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MSC Lirica
Last refurbished
2015
Last refurbished
Passengers
1976
Passengers
Ports Visited
13
Ports visited
Cruises from $205 per day
$205
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Lirica
65,591
Gross Tonnage

MSC Lirica Cruises

3.5
(from 11 verified customers)

MSC Lirica has been in service since 2003. In November 2015 she was refitted and extended by 24m, at 65,591 GT, with 194 cabins added – to carry 1984 passengers. Her Italian décor avoids the neon glitter of some cruise lines, and accentuates marble, wood, brass, and soft furnishings.The ship offers good value for the cruise fares charged, and a truly Italian-style cruise experience in stylish surroundings. Children have three play areas and their favourite, an ice-cream parlour.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2003
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 65591
Cabins: 988
Passengers: 1976
Number of crew: 721
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the MSC Lirica
    • Dining on the MSC Lirica
    • Dining on the MSC Lirica
    • Dining on the MSC Lirica

    The principal dining room is La Bussola Restaurant, with open seating for breakfast and lunch, and two seatings for dinner. The smaller L’Ippocampo Restaurant shares the same menu. La Pergola is more formal and stylish offering Italian cuisine. While assigned to suite passengers, other guests may make a reservation. Le Bistrot Cafeteria is a casual, self-serve, 24-hour buffet. There are also a grill and pizzeria.

  • Bars

    • Bar on the MSC Lirica
    • Bar on the MSC Lirica
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    • Bar on the MSC Lirica
    • Bar on the MSC Lirica
    • Bar on the MSC Lirica

    There’s no tea or coffee for lunch and dinner in the dining rooms, only in the buffet. You may have to ask for milk. For coffee and pastries head for The Coffee Corner. There are eight themed bars that include the Beverly Hills Bar, Vivaldi Piano Lounge, and Lord Nelson’s Pub.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Lirica
    • Entertainment on the MSC Lirica
    • Entertainment on the MSC Lirica
    • Entertainment on the MSC Lirica

    The two-deck Broadway Theatre presents productions shows, cabaret, plays and other theatrical presentations. Some productions may be short, just 30 minutes. The ship has a number of bands and small ensembles to provide music for dancing and background.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the MSC Lirica
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    • Activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Activities on the MSC Lirica

    The world-class entertainment options onboard will delight all ages, from the high-tech Broadway Theater, the dazzling Las Vegas Casino and the futuristic Blue Club Disco to the virtual reality games arcade and pirate-themed kids’ playroom.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica
    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica
    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica
    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica
    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica
    • Fitness on the MSC Lirica

    The panoramic gym with its wide choice of sports facilities and the MSC Aurea Spa with its heavenly beauty treatments and massages are just two of the cutting-edge environments on board that will help you enjoy your leisure time to the full.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Kids activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Kids activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Kids activities on the MSC Lirica
    • Kids activities on the MSC Lirica

    Children have three play areas and their favourite, an ice-cream parlour. Teens have their own area on the top deck.

  • 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 Lirica has an average of 3.5 Stars based on 11 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.5
  • Cabin
    4.4
  • Dining
    3.5
  • Entertainment
    3.2
  • Service
    4.2

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Experiencing something new to savor every moment aboard, it will come as no surprise to hear travelers grow lyrical that MSC Lirica cruise ship is the heart of their voyage, no less than the incredible destinations she takes them to discover.

  • There are new spacious cabins with balconies to delight the guests with superb panoramic views. Also the enlarged restaurant and buffet areas to serve up an even greater variety of culinary treats.

  • Choose from staterooms in the most desired locations (including Super Family staterooms where available) located on the upper decks, with rapid access to elevators and lounges.

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 four cabins for the disabled, and no single cabins.)

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  • Inside

    Inside on the MSC Lirica Inside on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    IM2, IM1, IB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. 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

    Oceanview on the MSC Lirica Oceanview on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    OL1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 237 sq. ft., deck 9.Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairComfortable double or single beds (on request)Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerTV, 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 Lirica Balcony on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    BM1, BB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft., deck 9-10Bathroom 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 Lirica Suite on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    SR2, SR1

    Surface approx. 248 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft., deck 12Sitting 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 Lirica Deck Plans

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Double sofa bed
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • Obstructed views
  • 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 Lirica Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
11 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona Sold Out
12 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Venice Sold Out
18 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $1995
19 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1655
25 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $3245
26 Jul 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1915
01 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona Sold Out
02 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1845
08 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $2535
09 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $2005
15 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $2455
16 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $2175
22 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona Sold Out
23 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $2005
29 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona Sold Out
30 Aug 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1685
05 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona Sold Out
06 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1525
12 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $2165
13 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1625
19 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $3415
20 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1485
27 Sep 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1605
03 Oct 2025 Italy, Greece Ancona $1695
04 Oct 2025 Italy, Greece Venice $1455
08 Nov 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1425
10 Nov 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1245
11 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1205
12 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1435
15 Nov 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1435
17 Nov 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1125
18 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1125
19 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1055
22 Nov 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1075
24 Nov 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1055
25 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1055
26 Nov 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $965
29 Nov 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1185
01 Dec 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $965
02 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1005
03 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $965
06 Dec 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $985
08 Dec 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $965
09 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $965
10 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $985
13 Dec 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $965
15 Dec 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1005
16 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $965
17 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $965
20 Dec 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1245
22 Dec 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1115
23 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1025
24 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1025
27 Dec 2025 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1685
29 Dec 2025 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1665
30 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1665
31 Dec 2025 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1665
03 Jan 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1225
05 Jan 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $965
06 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1005
07 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1005
10 Jan 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $985
12 Jan 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1025
13 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1005
14 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $985
17 Jan 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $965
19 Jan 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1005
20 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $965
21 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $965
24 Jan 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $985
26 Jan 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1005
27 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $965
28 Jan 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1055
31 Jan 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1055
02 Feb 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1055
03 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1055
04 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1055
07 Feb 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1075
09 Feb 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1055
10 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1055
11 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1135
14 Feb 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1135
16 Feb 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1135
17 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1135
18 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1135
21 Feb 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1135
23 Feb 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1135
24 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1135
25 Feb 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1205
28 Feb 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1205
02 Mar 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1205
03 Mar 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir Sold Out
04 Mar 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul Sold Out
07 Mar 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1205
09 Mar 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1205
10 Mar 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1205
11 Mar 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Istanbul $1205
14 Mar 2026 Italy, Greece, Turkey Bari $1205
16 Mar 2026 Greece, Turkey, Italy Athens $1205
17 Mar 2026 Turkey, Greece, Italy Izmir $1245

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