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MSC Opera
Last refurbished
2015
Last refurbished
Passengers
2142
Passengers
Ports Visited
31
Ports visited
Cruises from $110 per day
$110
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Opera
65,591
Gross Tonnage

MSC Opera Cruises

3.8
(from 5 verified customers)

MSC Opera has been in service since 2004. In July 2015 she returned from a refit with more balcony cabins, public areas, restaurants, and kids’ areas. Extended by 24m, at 65,000 GT, with 194 cabins added, she now carries 2142 passengers.A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! Built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making a special atmosphere onboard while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2004
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 65591
Cabins: 1071
Passengers: 2142
Number of crew: 721
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    • Dining on the MSC Opera

    The principal dining room is La Caravella Restaurant, with open seating for breakfast and lunch, and two seatings for dinner. The alternative specialty restaurant is Kaito, an authentic Japanese venue with an extensive, outstanding menu. Le Vele Cafeteria is a casual, self-serve, 24-hour buffet. There is also a grill and pizzeria. A number of other cafés are located around the ship.

  • Bars

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    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
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    For coffee and pastries head for The Coffee Corner. There are eight themed bars that include La Cabala Lounge, a piano lounge, and Sotto Vento Pub.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera

    The two-deck Theatre presents productions shows, cabaret, plays and other theatrical presentations. Some productions may be short, just 30 minutes. Entertainment includes the Opera Lounge for social dancing, the Byblos Discotheque, an extensive Internet café; and the Monte Carlo Casino. The ship has a number of bands and small ensembles to provide music for dancing and background.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera

    Choose from a superb selection of leisure and entertainment options throughout each day and night of your cruise. From watching spectacular shows or playing video games to shopping or working out, you’ll always be able to find the ideal activity to satisfy your desire.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera

    There are plenty of options for fitness and fun on board, with a double pool complex complete with whirlpool baths, a gym, power walking track, minigolf, shuffleboard, sauna, Turkish bath and the MSC Aurea Spa wellness center offering superb massages.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera

    Youngsters can access brand products from LEGO and Chicco. The Amusement Park and Aqua Park are adjoining, and certainly will become the focus for younger ones.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Butler & valet services (select cabins)
    • Captain's welcome cocktail party and Gala Evening
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin continental breakfast for higher classes
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (3-17 yrs)
    • Service charge: Up to €0/USD12.50/AUD18 (12 & over) daily, child over 1 pay half. Ask about pre-payment.
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Traditional/set time & multi-venue dining
    • Under 12s sharing cabin w/ 2 adults: ask about free travel (pay port dues)
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Customer cruise ship ratings

MSC Opera has an average of 3.8 Stars based on 5 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.8
  • Cabin
    3.6
  • Dining
    4.2
  • Entertainment
    3.4
  • Service
    4.2

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • There’s a world of new experiences to discover on board, day after day, moment after moment. Because MSC Opera is the ship that suits you.

  • In addition to all the features of ‘Bella’ and ‘Fantastica’, the ‘Aurea’ Experience offers a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul.

  • A new shopping area named WALK THROUGH SHOPS will be opened on deck 6.

Cabins

Two-thirds of the cabins have an outside view, and of these just one-quarter have a private balcony. Interior and Ocean View cabins are small at 12.9 sq.m. All cabins have interactive television, air-conditioning, telephone, hairdryer, mini-bar/fridge, safe, wardrobe, bathroom with shower, and cotton towels. Two single beds can be converted to a double bed. Outside cabins have a large rectangular viewing window.

The 132 suites with private balcony come with a large double bed, a sitting area with sofa, a substantial walk-in wardrobe, bathrobes, a well-stocked mini-bar, and an expanded bathroom with tub. The suites are well laid out and nicely furnished. Many ‘Ocean View’ cabins on deck 7 have obstructed views, so be alert to this. For all cabins continental breakfast is complimentary from 7.30 to 10 am, while room service snacks can be bought at other times, but there is a per-item charge for other orders. For suites, a basket of fruit is provided at embarkation, and replenished daily. There are five cabins that are wheelchair accessible, and no single cabins.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    IM2, IM1, IB

    Surface approx. 129 - 140sq. ft., deck 9-10Relaxing armchairBathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request*)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have single beds only.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    OL1, OX1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 237 sq. ft., deck 9.Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Balcony

    Balcony on the MSC Opera Balcony on the MSC Opera

    Cabin Types

    BA, BM1, BB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft., deck 9-10, best ship positionsBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Suite

    Suite on the MSC Opera Suite on the MSC Opera

    Cabin Types

    SR1

    Surface approx. 248 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft., deck 12BalconySitting area with sofaSpacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safeAUREA Suite benefits:Priority tender and disembarkationIn-suite espresso machine amenitiesPremium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)Premium Minibar (first minibar items)Ironing service (2 items per suite)This update applies to all ships with departure dates starting from July 1st, 2025Please note the benefits are subject to change without prior notice.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Opera Deck Plans

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • Staterooms with metal balcony
  • Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
  • Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination

MSC Opera Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
23 Feb 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $735
02 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $755
09 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $735
13 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $631
16 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $755
20 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $631
23 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $755
27 Mar 2026 Durban,Cape Town Durban $541
04 Apr 2026 Cape Town,Walvis Bay,Cape Town Cape Town $1039
09 Apr 2026 Cape Town,Walvis Bay,Cape Town Cape Town $1039
03 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal Genoa $2489
03 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal Genoa Sold Out
03 May 2026 Italy, France Genoa $317
03 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal Genoa Sold Out
03 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain Genoa Sold Out
04 May 2026 France, Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal, Italy Marseille Sold Out
06 May 2026 Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal, Italy, France Malaga $3659
08 May 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2479
10 May 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante Sold Out
12 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
13 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2739
13 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $1425
13 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa Sold Out
13 May 2026 Italy, France Genoa $287
14 May 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2819
16 May 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga Sold Out
18 May 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2739
20 May 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $3099
22 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
23 May 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2879
24 May 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2819
26 May 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2859
28 May 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2489
30 May 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2859
01 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
02 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2489
03 Jun 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2569
05 Jun 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $4249
07 Jun 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2499
09 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2649
11 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
12 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2429
13 Jun 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2509
15 Jun 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2709
17 Jun 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2559
19 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2549
21 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
22 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2539
23 Jun 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2509
25 Jun 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2559
27 Jun 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2679
29 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2599
01 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
02 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2929
03 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2479
05 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2479
07 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2779
09 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2449
11 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
12 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2899
13 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2599
15 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2599
17 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2559
19 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2689
21 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
22 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2699
23 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2479
25 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2599
27 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2559
29 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2959
31 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
01 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $3299
02 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2889
04 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2889
06 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2809
08 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2929
10 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
11 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $3679
12 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2899
14 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $3319
16 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2889
18 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante Sold Out
20 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
21 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $3309
22 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2399
24 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2609
26 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2359
28 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2489
30 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
31 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2799
01 Sep 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2409
03 Sep 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2649
05 Sep 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2909
07 Sep 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2529
09 Sep 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Olbia Sold Out
10 Sep 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2709
11 Sep 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2599
13 Sep 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2859
15 Sep 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2529
17 Sep 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2719

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