Seaside class · MSC · In service since 2017
MSC Seaside
MSC Seaside is a Seaside class cruise ship operated by MSC, in service since 2017. At about 154,000 gross tons, it carries roughly 5,331 guests and ranks #11 by size in the 23-ship MSC fleet we cover.
- 154,000 gross tons
- 5,331 guests
- 1,061 ft long
Photo: Dickelbers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- MSC Cruises
- Ship class
- Seaside class
- Entered service
- 2017 (9 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 154,000
- Guests
- 5,331
- Length
- 1,061 ft (323.3 m)
- Beam (width)
- 135 ft (41 m)
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Malta
- IMO number
- 9745366
About MSC Seaside
MSC Seaside, delivered in late 2017, launched the Seaside class with a design built for warm weather: a waterfront boardwalk wraps around the ship close to the sea, and glass-floored walkways let you look straight down at the water. It was designed with year-round Caribbean sailing from Miami in mind. Families get an aqua park with slides, and suite guests have the MSC Yacht Club. Caribbean routes typically include a beach day at MSC’s private Bahamas island, Ocean Cay. The ship mixes an Italian sensibility with a family-friendly American vibe.
Best for: Families and couples who want a modern ship with lots of outdoor space on a Caribbean cruise.
MSC Seaside highlights
- Waterfront boardwalk close to the water
- Glass-floored walkways high above the sea
- Aqua park with waterslides
- MSC Yacht Club with butler service
How MSC Seaside 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.
Seaside 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 Seaside FAQs
How big is MSC Seaside?
MSC Seaside measures about 154,000 gross tons and is about 1,061 feet (323 m) long. That makes it #11 of 23 MSC ships we cover by tonnage, and #47 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does MSC Seaside carry?
About 5,331 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 Seaside built?
MSC Seaside entered service in 2017 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is MSC Seaside?
MSC Seaside belongs to MSC's Seaside class, alongside MSC Seascape, MSC Seashore, MSC Seaview. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is MSC Seaside 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 Seaside 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.