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MSC Opera

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The MSC Opera lives up to her name: Classic; Grand; Opulent. Just like an opera should be. A true sense of grandeur and spaciousness prevails both inside and out. Her staterooms, many with private balconies, are roomy and comfortable. Her public areas feature a sweeping marble reception area and airy open spaces with walls of windows overlooking sprawling decks. Enjoy her elegance, style and luxury throughout your voyage.

  • Sailings
  • Ship Info
  • Deck Plans
  • Cabins
  • Recreation
InfoSail DateDestinationDepartsLengthStarting PriceYou SaveDiscounts
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$2,587$3,018N/AN/A
May 04, 2010TransatlanticRio De Janeiro17$2587N/A 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
N/A$2,047N/AN/A
May 22, 2010Europe - NorthernAmsterdam11$204721% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,331$1,694N/AN/A
May 23, 2010Russia BalticDover11$133149% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
N/A$1,959N/AN/A
Jun 14, 2010Europe - NorthernDover11$195930% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,469N/AN/AN/A
Jul 06, 2010Europe - NorthernDover11$146951% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
N/A$1,714N/AN/A
Jul 17, 2010Russia BalticDover11$171434% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
N/A$2,086N/AN/A
Jul 27, 2010Europe - NorthernAmsterdam11$208630% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,469$1,714N/AN/A
Jul 28, 2010Europe - NorthernDover11$146951% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$2,204$2,253N/AN/A
Aug 07, 2010Europe - NorthernAmsterdam11$220415% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,586$1,988N/AN/A
Aug 08, 2010Russia BalticDover11$158639% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$2,184$2,253N/AN/A
Aug 18, 2010Europe - NorthernAmsterdam11$218427% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,518$1,763N/AN/A
Aug 19, 2010Europe - NorthernDover11$151849% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$2,204$2,253N/A$2,625
Aug 29, 2010Europe - NorthernAmsterdam11$220415% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
N/A$1,919N/A$2,449
Aug 30, 2010Russia BalticDover11$191926% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,910$2,037N/AN/A
Sep 09, 2010Europe - WesternAmsterdam11$191013% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$979$1,224N/AN/A
Sep 10, 2010MediterraneanDover10$97951% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,175N/AN/AN/A
Sep 20, 2010MediterraneanVenice11$117547% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,028$1,273N/AN/A
Oct 01, 2010MediterraneanVenice11$102853% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,077$1,224N/AN/A
Oct 12, 2010MediterraneanVenice11$107751% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,028$1,224N/A$2,106
Oct 23, 2010MediterraneanVenice11$102853% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,292$1,469N/AN/A
Nov 25, 2010TransatlanticVenice18$129253% 
InteriorOutsideBalconySuite
$1,116$1,547N/A$2,321
Apr 20, 2011TransatlanticSantos17$111651% 
  • Ship Statistics
  • Maiden Voyage 2004
  • Tonnage 59,058 tons
  • Length 824.00 feet
  • Avg Speed 21.00
  • Passenger Capacity 1,712
  • Normal Crew Size 880
  • Registration Country Panama
Cabin Features
Babysitting
Children Activities
Children Playroom
Hairdryer
Telephone
Television
Twenty-Four Hour Room Service
Youth Program
Special Requests
Adjoining Cabins
Single Occpancy Cabins
Single Share Program
Special Dietary Meals
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
Fitness Facilities
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Golf Course
Golf Instructors
Golf Simulator
Ice Skating Rink
Jogging
Rock Climbing Wall
2Swimming Pools
1Children Swimming Pools
Tennis Court
Services
1Bars
Beauty Salon
1Casinos
1Clubs
Chapel
Dry Cleaning
Hottub
Internet Access
Library
Movie Theatre
Self Laundry
Shops
Showroom
Spa
Wedding

Dining

Dining requests are taken at the time of booking and are confirmed on a first come first served basis. The exact seating arrangements will be made by the Maitre D at embarkation.

BREAKFAST IN BED
Continental Breakfast is available at no charge in your cabin from 7.30 a.m. to 10 a.m. every day except your morning of disembarkation. Simply complete the door-knob menu and leave it on the door handle outside your cabin the night before.

L'Approdo Restaurant
Continental - Varies every day. Once onboard check the Daily Program.
Dress Code: See below for detail dress code requirement
Reservation Required: Yes
Full English breakfast in the restaurant: 7:30 a.m.- 10.00 a.m. (Open sitting)
Lunch: Early Sitting Noon, Late Sitting 1:00 p.m.
Dining: Early Sitting 7:00 p.m., Late Sitting 8:40 p.m.

La Caravella Restaurant
Continental - Varies every day. Once onboard check the Daily Program.
Dress Code: See below for detail dress code requirement
Reservation Required: Yes
Full English breakfast in the restaurant: 7:30 a.m.- 10.00 a.m. (Open sitting)
Lunch: Early Sitting Noon, Late Sitting 1:00 p.m.
Dining: Early Sitting 7:00 p.m., Late Sitting 8:40 p.m.

II Patio Open Restaurant
American and Casual buffet with a different theme each day
Dress Code: See below for detail dress code requirement
Reservation Required: No
Buffet breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Lunch: 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.

Le Vele Cafeteria
American and Casual buffet with a different theme each day
Dress Code: See below for detail dress code requirement
Reservation Required: No
Buffet breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Lunch: 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.

The Pizzeria
Italy's finest pizza is made before your eyes.
Dress Code: Casual
Reservation Required: No

MIDNIGHT SURPRISES
Every night, something special, and often in different locations. From full themed buffets with ice carvings and extraordinary decorations, to snacks served like magic simultaneously in all the lounges. The grandest of all are our midnight events: the Italian Pastry Spectacular and the Grand Buffet Magnifique, where MSC army of chefs openly display their gastronomic excellence.

NOTE: To allow MSC offer the best possible service, they ask passengers to be on time for all meals. Restaurant meals are not available in your cabins except for the breakfast and in case of illness. Generally, doors to the restaurants close 15 minutes after the dining seating begins. Children dine at their parents table in the restaurants.

DRESS CODES:
Dress standard in the restaurant allow casual dress for breakfast and lunch (but never swimmer, bare feet or raggy jeans etc.). Smart casual wear is required for the evenings, and men are usually asked to wear a jacket and tie. There are usually two (sometimes three) gala nights on each cruise, on these nights ladies should wear cocktail or evening dresses, while men will not be out of place in a tuxedo or dinner jacket. The dress of the day, as decided by the Captain, is published in the Daily Program each day. Advice will simply be 'casual', 'informal', 'formal' or special 'theme' dress may also be suggested for special nights.

Formal
: Tuxedo, dinner jacket or lounge suit, for gentlemen. Evening or cocktail dress for ladies.
Informal :Jacket and tie for gentlemen. cocktail dress for ladies.
Casual: Open neck shirt, without jacket or in keeping with the theme of the evening if indicated, for gentlemen; skirts, dresses, slacks and sweaters or blouses for ladies.

Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing is ideal for daytime usage. Neat casual wear is requested after 6:00 pm.

Age Restrictions

No guest under the age of twenty-one (21) will be booked in a stateroom unless accompanied by an adult twenty-one (21) years of age, or older. This age limit will be waived for minor children sailing with their parents or guardians in adjacent staterooms. In the interest of safety, parents are asked to refrain their children from roaming the ship unaccompanied. Children dine with their parents in the restaurant and may use the pool under adult supervision.

DISCO
Unless with an adult, entry to the disco is restricted to passengers under 21, and proof of age may be required.
The Cruise Staff arrange teen-only dance parties in the disco at times advertised in the Daily Program.

CASINO
Passengers under the age of 21 are not permitted in the casino, which is closed in ports.

FITNESS CENTER / GYMNASIUM
Passengers under 14 years are not permitted to use the gymnasium unless accompanied by a parent. Use of all gym equipment is at your own risk

POOL
Children under 6 years are not permitted to use the adult pool at any time, and between the ages of 6 and 11 only under adult supervision.
Children in diapers are not permitted in any pools at any time.

MINI CLUB
Children's entertainment will be organized, according to the age, into three different age categories.
Mini Club, for children from 3 to 9 years;
Junior Club for children from 10 to 13 years;
Teenagers Club for passengers over 14 years.
An adult or parent must supervise children under the age of three at all times. Please note that facilities vary by ship.

Tipping

At the end of the cruise it is international custom to pay service charges to restaurant and cabin staff in recognition of good service. Passengers will receive written communication regarding this in their cabin. For your convenience and as an indicative suggestion we have arranged for an all inclusive daily service charge of 6 Euros per adult and 3 Euros per child (4-17 years) for cruises in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe; 12 US dollars per adult and 6 US dollars per child for cruises in the Caribbean and North America; 6 US dollars per adult and 3 dollars per child for cruises in Brazil and Argentina (including Ocean Cruises); 5 US dollars per adult and 2,50 US dollars per child for cruises in South Africa. This sign of appreciation, valid on all ships in the MSC Cruises fleet is of course optional. Therefore, passengers may freely decide whether to increase or decrease it, communicating their decision to the Accounting Office before 22.00 of the last day. This Office is at your disposal for further information. For your convenience, should you give no indication to change the amount; the sum will automatically be debited to your final extras account.

Inside Cabin

Category code(s): Call us!

Each inside stateroom is furnished with two lowers convertible to queen size bed, bath with shower. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer, TV and telephone.

Oceanview Cabin

Category code(s): Call us!

Each cabin is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bath and common area with desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.

Outside with Balcony

Category code(s): 10

each cabin with balcony stateroom is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bath and common area with desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.

Suite with Balcony

Category code(s): 11

Each suite is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bathroom, living room, spacious wardrobe, coffee table and desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, availability of internet connection by your own lap top (on payment), full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.

Restaurant L'Approdo

Enjoy excellent casual dining and panoramic ocean views while you are eating. Located at Otello deck.

Restaurant La Caravella

Enjoy a delicious meal in an intimate and romantic setting. The menu has something for everyone. Located at Aida deck.

La Cabala Piano Bar

Listen your favorite song play by the piano, while you are taking your favorite drink. Located at Otello deck.

Piazza di Spagna Lounge

You want to meet people and have some drinks at the same time at Piazza di Spagna Lounge. Located at Aida deck.

Sitting Area

Sit down and relax at the Sitting Area. Located at Aida deck.

Aroma Coffee Bar

Meet people and have some drinks at the same time at Aroma Coffee Bar. Located at Otello deck.

Reception Area

If you need some information in the Reception Area one of the Crew members can help you on that. Located at Aida deck.

Pool Deck

Get a nice tan under the sun in the Pool. Located at Tosca deck.

Jacuzzi

Relax and enjoy at the Jacuzzi. Located at Tosca deck.

Theater dell Opera

Enjoy fabulous Broadway style performances in Theater dell Opera! Located at Otello deck.

Cotton Club

Have fun and dance all night in Cotton Club. Located at Otello deck.

Sotto Vento Pub

Relax with friends and enjoy a pre-dinner drink. Located at Aida deck.

Turkish Bath

Enjoy and relax at the Turkish bath while you are at sea. Located at Tosca deck.

Relax Room

Want to relax without being bothered? The Relax room is perfect! Located at Tosca deck.

Gymnasium

Stay in shape while at sea with the help of the Gymnasium. Located at Tosca deck.

Byblos Discotheque

Have fun and dance all night in Byblos Discotheque. Located at La Boheme deck.

Business Center

There is a Business center just in case you decide to make business with your partners at sea. Located at Aida deck.

Via Condotti Shopping

You want to take some souvenirs to your family or friends? You can get them at the Via Condotti. Located at Aida deck.

ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES
 

Teatro dell' Opera
Many of MSC nightly shows have an accent of the Mediterranean—vivid Flamenco dancers from Spain or historical glances back to Old Europe.
 
   
Special Occasions
If you’re celebrating a special occasion—a birthday, retirement, honeymoon or anniversary—do it with classic operatic drama: a cake, some bubbly and an Italian serenade.
   
Live Bands; Theme Nights; Onboard Parties
There's always so much going on onboard, the hardest part is deciding what to do. Get your groove on with live music. Plus, don't miss out on MSC theme nights and onboard parties!
   
Cyber Cafe
Visit MSC's Cyber Cafe, where you can keep in touch via e-mail.
   
Business Center
There is a Business Center special for you, if you want to bring your office onboard. You can have meetings and presentations.


SPORTS AND FITNESS

Sports Deck and Fitness center
Stroll around the deck or run on the jogging track. Work out at the gym or try out one of the aerobic and step classes offered on board.
   
Mini-Golf
Fine-tune your skills on MSC's miniature golf course.
   
Swimming Pool
Get refreshed with a swim or get a sun tan next to the pool.
   
Hot Tubs
Get relax in the whirlpool.


SPA

Massages
Delicate flower petals and warm lighting in your massage room. MSC offers specialized treatments targeted for various purposes including anti-wrinkle facial treatments, firming and exfoliating all-over body treatments and several types of massage incorporating shiatsu, reflexology and sports therapy.
   
Sauna and Salon
You'll find fluffy towels and plush robes for the steam room and sauna.
MSC salon offers the full range of services from cuts and coloring to make-up application and waxing.
   
Relax Room
Right near the luxurious private spa treatment rooms, there is a relaxation and meditation area surrounded by glass overlooking the open ocean. Furnished with small teak beds and located on the top deck of the ship, it is the perfect place for some quiet time to rest and rejuvenate.


DINING

L'Approdo Restaurant
During MSC's renowned seven-course dinner menu, experience the zest of flavors and gaiety of colors from an authentic Mediterranean cucina—garlic, olives, basil, red pepper and tomatoes—in MSC traditional family recipes.
   
La Caravella Restaurant
During MSC's renowned seven-course dinner menu, experience the zest of flavors and gaiety of colors from an authentic Mediterranean cucina—garlic, olives, basil, red pepper and tomatoes—in MSC traditional family recipes.
   
II Patio Open Restaurant and Le Vele Cafeteria
From breakfast in the morning, there are several dining options available on board. Enjoy a casual outdoor lunch by the pool from the grill or pizzeria and sample a variety of snacks during the afternoon and evening.
   
24 hours Service
Have brunch delivered to the privacy of your stateroom. Also, you have Bar service in you cabin.


BAR, LOUNGES AND NIGHTCLUBS

La Cabala Piano Bar
Relax and enjoy the Piano while you drink your favorite drink
   
Lounge Piazza di Spagna
The lounges have bands playing music for all tastes from pianists and string quartets to pop, rock and oldies.
   
Aroma coffee Bar
After dinner, let MSC Cruises entertain you while you taste a exquisite drink.
   
Cotton Club
After dinner, let MSC Cruises entertain you while you taste a exquisite drink.
   
Sottovento Pub
After dinner, let MSC Cruises entertain you while you taste a exquisite drink.

 

   
Byblos Discotheque
You will have lots of fun! Aboard you will be able to dance your favorite song and have a drink.
   
Sitting Area
Relax and enjoy the view from the windows in the sitting area.


CASINO

Montecarlo Casino
It's time for Vegas. MSC will keep your glass filled as you test your luck with poker, roulette or blackjack in the casino.


SHOPS

Shopping Via Condotti
You will find everything from unique jewelry and souvenirs to any toiletries you may have forgotten.
 

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