Musica class · MSC · In service since 2008
MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia is a Musica class cruise ship operated by MSC, in service since 2008. At about 92,627 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,013 guests and ranks #17 by size in the 23-ship MSC fleet we cover.
- 92,627 gross tons
- 3,013 guests
- 964 ft long
Photo: Pedant, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- MSC Cruises
- Ship class
- Musica class
- Entered service
- 2008 (18 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 92,627
- Guests
- 3,013
- Length
- 964 ft (293.8 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- STX France
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9387073
About MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia, from 2008, is the third Musica-class ship and has the class’s classic, elegant style: warm woods, polished finishes and a central atrium that hosts live music most evenings. It carries far fewer guests than MSC’s Meraviglia or World ships, so there is less competition for pool loungers and show seats. Poesia has sailed a variety of regions over the years, including long voyages well beyond Europe. Cabins and bathrooms are on the compact side compared with newer ships, but the trade-off is a relaxed, traditional cruise.
Best for: Travelers who want a traditional, unhurried MSC cruise and care more about ports than attractions.
MSC Poesia highlights
- Atrium with live music in the evenings
- Aurea Spa with Balinese-style treatments
- Theater with nightly production shows
- Calmer, mid-size atmosphere
How MSC Poesia compares in size
- MSC World Europa215,863
- MSC World America205,700
- MSC Euribia184,011
- MSC Virtuosa181,541
- MSC Grandiosa181,541
- MSC Meraviglia171,589
- MSC Bellissima171,500
- MSC Seascape169,400
- MSC Seashore169,400
- MSC Seaview154,000
- MSC Seaside154,000
- MSC Preziosa139,072
- MSC Divina139,072
- MSC Splendida137,936
- MSC Fantasia137,936
- MSC Magnifica95,128
- MSC Poesia92,627
- MSC Orchestra92,409
- MSC Musica92,409
- MSC Opera65,591
- MSC Lirica65,591
- MSC Armonia65,542
- MSC Sinfonia65,542
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Musica class sister ships
Sailing with MSC
MSC Cruises is a Swiss-Italian line with one of the youngest, fastest-growing fleets at sea, sailing big, glossy ships in the Caribbean from Florida and across Europe. It is known for competitive fares, kids-sail-free deals, the luxurious MSC Yacht Club and Ocean Cay, its private Bahamas island. Expect a European flavor and a multinational crowd, especially in the Mediterranean.
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MSC Poesia FAQs
How big is MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia measures about 92,627 gross tons and is about 964 feet (294 m) long. That makes it #17 of 23 MSC ships we cover by tonnage, and #135 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does MSC Poesia carry?
About 3,013 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.
When was MSC Poesia built?
MSC Poesia entered service in 2008 and was built by STX France.
What class of ship is MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia belongs to MSC's Musica class, alongside MSC Magnifica, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is MSC Poesia good for families?
Kids clubs are divided by age, from babies and toddlers up to teens 15 to 17, and MSC partners with LEGO for themed activities and play spaces. Many sailings let children under a certain age sail free when sharing a cabin with two adults, though they pay port fees and taxes. Facilities vary by ship, so check what MSC Poesia offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, MSC official site.