Entertainment level
Entertainment spaces include Juniors Club Lego Play Area and Med Pearl Casino.
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MSC Cruises ship guide
MSC Opera
With its impressive array of new features and facilities, MSC Opera is now even better equipped to satisfy the needs of our guests.
- Launched
- 2004
- Rating
- 4 star
- Sailings
- 410 current
Sailings and guide prices come from our supplier feed and may change until confirmed.
Rest well
Spaces designed for you
Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
View PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Experiences onboard
Curated moments. Every day.
Ship research guide
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Cabins, dining, onboard spaces, media and current sailings are brought together so MSC Opera feels easy to judge at a glance.
12
Cabin styles
12
Cabin photos
1
Bars and lounges
4
Onboard spaces
16
Media items
Current cruises
410 current sailings
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Ship Match Snapshot
Is MSC Opera the right ship for you?
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Cabin choice
12 cabin categories are represented for this ship.
First-time cruiser note
First-time cruisers can compare 12 cabin categories and 410 current sailings before choosing a sailing.
Experienced cruiser note
Experienced cruisers can scan 12 cabin categories and 410 current sailings before narrowing down a sailing.
Ship fast facts
MSC Opera at a glance
Only confirmed ship facts are shown here, grouped for quick comparison.
Capacity
- Crew
- 721
- Staterooms
- 1071
Size
- Gross tonnage
- 65591
Ship history
- Launched
- 2004
Guide information last updated Jul 12, 2026. Sailings and prices are shown separately in the cruise search.
What makes this ship special?
MSC Opera highlights
Named venues, facilities and ship highlights are shown when available.
Dining
Aroma Coffee Bar
Entertainment
Juniors Club Lego Play Area
Entertainment
Med Pearl Casino
Highlights
Byblos Discoteca
Cabin Explorer
Cabins on MSC Opera
Compare the main cabin options on MSC Opera, including representative images, sleeping capacity, size and key features where available.
Cabin image explorer
MSC Opera cabin styles
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Oceanview / Outside
PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA
Suite
DELUXE SUITE AUREA
Balcony
BALCONY AUREA
Oceanview / Outside
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA
Inside
INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED
Oceanview / Outside
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Balcony
JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA
Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA
Balcony
BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED
Interior cabin styles
Inside
3 cabin categories | 3 with photos
Window and sea-view cabin styles
Oceanview
5 cabin categories | 5 with photos
Private outside space
Balcony / Veranda
3 cabin categories | 3 with photos
Enhanced cabin categories
Concierge / Aqua / Premium
1 cabin category | 1 with photos
Larger cabin styles
Suite
1 cabin category | 1 with photos
For single travelers
Solo
3 cabin categories | 3 with photos
Interior cabin styles
Inside
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Cabin imageInside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA
Code IM2
Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageInside
INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED
Code IB
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageInside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA
Code IM1
Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Window and sea-view cabin styles
Oceanview
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Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Code OL1
Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA
Code OO
Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Code OM2
Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED
Code OB
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Private outside space
Balcony / Veranda
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Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
BALCONY AUREA
Code BA
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA
Code BM1
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED
Code BB
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Enhanced cabin categories
Concierge / Aqua / Premium
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Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA
Code OL1
Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Larger cabin styles
Suite
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Cabin imageSuiteSuite
DELUXE SUITE AUREA
Code SR1
Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar Wi-Fi access available
- Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar Wi-Fi access available
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
For single travelers
Solo
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Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
BALCONY AUREA
Code BA
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA
Code BM1
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconySoloBalcony
BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED
Code BB
Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
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Onboard experience
What is onboard MSC Opera
Named venues and facilities are grouped so you can compare the ship experience before choosing a sailing.
Bars & loungesDedicated bars, lounges, pubs and social spaces.1 venue
Bars & lounges
Aroma Coffee Bar
Bars and lounges
EntertainmentTheatres, shows, music venues, casinos and evening spaces.2 venues
Entertainment
Juniors Club Lego Play Area
Entertainment
Entertainment
Med Pearl Casino
Entertainment
Other amenitiesAdditional named amenities that do not fit the main categories.1 venue
Other amenities
Byblos Discoteca
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Exterior
5 itemsCabins
6 itemsDining
1 itemEntertainment
2 itemsWhere it sails
Where MSC Opera sails
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| MSC Seaview | 2018 | 526 sailings |
| MSC Musica | 2005 | 520 sailings |
| MSC Euribia | 2022 | 460 sailings |
| MSC OperaCurrent ship | 2004 | 410 sailings |
| MSC Magnifica | 2009 | 408 sailings |
| MSC Virtuosa | 2019 | 407 sailings |
| MSC Orchestra | 2006 | 404 sailings |
| MSC Seashore | 2020 | 386 sailings |
| MSC Splendida | 2008 | 362 sailings |
| MSC Sinfonia | 2001 | 345 sailings |
| MSC Divina | 2011 | 326 sailings |
| MSC Grandiosa | 2019 | 316 sailings |
| MSC Meraviglia | 2016 | 313 sailings |
| MSC Lirica | 2003 | 306 sailings |
| MSC Armonia | 2000 | 284 sailings |
| MSC Preziosa | 2011 | 279 sailings |
| MSC Seaside | 2017 | 279 sailings |
| MSC World America | 2023 | 254 sailings |
| MSC Seascape | 2022 | 125 sailings |
| MSC Bellissima | 2019 | 124 sailings |
| MSC Poesia | 2008 | 109 sailings |
FAQ
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Can I compare cabins on MSC Opera?
This guide currently shows 12 cabin categories for MSC Opera. Final cabin options are checked around your chosen sailing.
Are deck plans available?
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Are there current cruises on MSC Opera?
410 current sailings are shown for this ship. Use the current cruises section to compare them.
Are inclusions the same on every sailing?
MSC Opera is part of MSC Cruises. Package-specific inclusions, cabin choices and final prices can vary by sailing and fare, so they are checked before booking.
