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MSC Opera
Last refurbished
2015
Last refurbished
Passengers
2142
Passengers
Ports Visited
25
Ports visited
Cruises from $104 per day
$104
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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    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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    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

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    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

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

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    • 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

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    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

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    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
09 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante Sold Out
12 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa Sold Out
13 Jun 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2049
15 Jun 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2549
17 Jun 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2189
19 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2129
22 Jun 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2419
23 Jun 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $1939
25 Jun 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $3809
27 Jun 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2109
29 Jun 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2389
02 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2249
03 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2309
05 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $4039
07 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2309
09 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2059
12 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2749
13 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2549
15 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2569
17 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2339
19 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2539
22 Jul 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2609
23 Jul 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2419
25 Jul 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2569
27 Jul 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2419
29 Jul 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2779
01 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $3209
02 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $3089
04 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2899
06 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2809
08 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2909
11 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2859
12 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $3169
14 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $3319
16 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2929
18 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2469
21 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $3149
22 Aug 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2409
24 Aug 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2869
26 Aug 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2369
28 Aug 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2469
31 Aug 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2909
01 Sep 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2489
03 Sep 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2559
05 Sep 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2229
07 Sep 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2609
10 Sep 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2379
11 Sep 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $3099
13 Sep 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2639
15 Sep 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2829
17 Sep 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante $2789
20 Sep 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2219
21 Sep 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2629
23 Sep 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2409
25 Sep 2026 Portugal, Spain, Italy, France Lisbon $2259
27 Sep 2026 Spain, Italy, France, Portugal Alicante Sold Out
30 Sep 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Genoa $2409
01 Oct 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Marseille Sold Out
03 Oct 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Malaga $1205
05 Oct 2026 Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Lisbon $779
07 Oct 2026 Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Alicante Sold Out
29 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Rome (Civitavecchia) $1893
29 Oct 2026 Italy, France Rome (Civitavecchia) $613
29 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $741
29 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Rome (Civitavecchia) $2989
30 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Genoa Sold Out
30 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Genoa Sold Out
31 Oct 2026 Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Livorno Sold Out
01 Nov 2026 France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominican Marseille $1569
01 Nov 2026 France, Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominican Marseille $2541
02 Nov 2026 Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominican Republic Barcelona $1621
02 Nov 2026 Spain, Morocco, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominican Barcelona $2105
16 Nov 2026 Dominican Republic, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands (British) Casa de Campo $1445
16 Nov 2026 Dominican Republic, Barbados Casa de Campo Sold Out
19 Nov 2026 Bridgetown,Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Bridgetown Sold Out
20 Nov 2026 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Fort-de-France Sold Out
23 Nov 2026 La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $1425
30 Nov 2026 Dominican Republic, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands (British) Casa de Campo $1185
03 Dec 2026 Bridgetown,Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Bridgetown $4311
04 Dec 2026 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Fort-de-France $2821
07 Dec 2026 La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Town,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $1025
14 Dec 2026 Dominican Republic, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands (British) Casa de Campo $1215
17 Dec 2026 Bridgetown,Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Bridgetown $5351
18 Dec 2026 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Fort-de-France $5051
21 Dec 2026 La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Gorda,Basseterre,Philipsburg,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $2015
28 Dec 2026 La Romana,Catalina Island,Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana Casa de Campo $2515
31 Dec 2026 Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Bridgetown $3891
01 Jan 2027 Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Fort-de-France $2751
04 Jan 2027 La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Gorda,Basseterre,Philipsburg,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $1235
11 Jan 2027 La Romana,Catalina Island,Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Virgin Gorda,La Romana Casa de Campo $1075
14 Jan 2027 Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Virgin Gorda,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Bridgetown Sold Out
15 Jan 2027 Fort de France,St John s,Virgin Gorda,La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Fort-de-France $3081
18 Jan 2027 La Romana,Samana Bay,Virgin Gorda,Basseterre,Philipsburg,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $1165
25 Jan 2027 La Romana,Catalina Island,Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana Casa de Campo $1085
28 Jan 2027 Bridgetown,Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Bridgetown Sold Out
29 Jan 2027 Fort de France,St John s,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Town,Catalina Fort-de-France $2571
01 Feb 2027 La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Town,Catalina Island,La Romana Casa de Campo $1015
08 Feb 2027 Dominican Republic, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands (British) Casa de Campo $1305
11 Feb 2027 Bridgetown,Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Bridgetown $2811
12 Feb 2027 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,La Romana,Virgin Gorda,Philipsburg,Basseterre,Road Fort-de-France $2871

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