MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is one of the world’s most popular cruise lines, with decades of experience taking passengers to incredible destinations across the globe. Their fleet combines modern design, innovative features, and immersive entertainment, ideal for families and couples seeking unforgettable cruise experiences.
What do MSC Cruises offer?
Family-Friendly Cruises
MSC Cruises are built for families, with dedicated kids clubs, fun-filled activities, and entertainment for all ages.
Kids onboard a MSC Cruises ship
Innovative Technology
All MSC Cruises ships come packed with cutting-edge technology, including Robotron thrill rides, immersive 4D cinemas, and next-level entertainment.
Robotron rollercoaster on a MSC Cruises ship
MSC Yacht Club
For an extra touch of luxury, MSC’s Yacht Club offers a private ship-within-a-ship experience with exclusive suites, a dedicated butler, and access to a private lounge, pool and restaurant.
View of a MSC Yacht Club Restaurant on a MSC Cruises ship
Super Service
Gratuities are always included in the price with MSC Cruises, so you don’t have to worry about tipping staff members individually.
Waiters tending to table on a MSC Cruises ship
What's included?
See what’s included on an MSC Cruises holiday – from stylish accommodation and international dining to world-class entertainment and cutting-edge onboard attractions.
Buffets & Main Restaurants
Dive into delicious dining options
Accommodations
Unwind in your own private space onboard
Kids Clubs
Fun-filled activities for young cruisers
Live Entertainment
Including Broadway-Style productions
Pools & Hot Tubs
Relax in warm, bubbling waters
Sports & Gym Activities
Stay active while at sea
Tips
Relax with gratuities built into your cruise fare
Latest MSC Cruises Line offers
Explore the best MSC Cruises deals, including limited-time offers on no-fly cruises from the UK.
More about MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises brings serious Italian flair to the high seas. Think glitzy Swarovski crystal staircases, high-energy entertainment, and cutting-edge partnerships with brands like LEGO and Samsung. Founded by the Aponte family in 1995, it’s now one of the fastest-growing cruise lines in the world with one of the youngest fleets currently cruising.
MSC Cruises is a great choice for families, too, with loads of fun for kids and teens across all ages.
Cruise From The UK
Sail straight from home with MSC Cruises from Southampton and skip the airport queues. Whether you're heading to the Mediterranean, Canary Islands or Northern Europe, it’s never been easier to hop aboard an MSC cruise ship from the UK.
With plenty of MSC mini cruises and longer sailings available, you’ll find a variety of flexible MSC Cruise deals to suit your plans. Plus, luggage allowance is generous and check-in is a breeze - ideal for a stress-free start to your holiday.
Activities For Those Of All Ages
From waterparks and sports courts to dry slides and spa days, MSC cruise ships are packed with fun for all generations. Expect big-name shows, games, and daytime activities that keep the whole gang happy from morning to night. MSC Cruises knows how to make sea days feel like the main event.
Kids Clubs
MSC Cruises makes family holidays effortless with dedicated clubs for every age. From toddlers to teens, MSC cruise ships have expert-run spaces filled with toys, video games and creative activities. The Baby Club (1–3), Mini Club (3–6), Juniors Club (7–11), and Teens Club (12–17) give young travellers their own spaces onboard MSC cruise ships to enjoy fun-filled days at sea.
Fantastic Food & Drink
Food is a real highlight when onboard an MSC Cruise. Think international buffets, main dining rooms with daily-changing menus, and a tempting mix of speciality restaurants, such as HOLA! Tacos & Cantina, Kaito Teppanyaki and Butcher's Cut.
You’ll find no shortage of places to drink either, from elegant wine bars and stylish cocktail lounges to relaxed poolside bars.
What drinks packages does MSC Cruises offer?
MSC Cruises offers a variety of drink packages, available for an additional fee, including the Easy Package, covering house wines and classic cocktails, and the Premium Extra package with top-shelf spirits and speciality coffees.
Carousel Productions At Sea
Available on select MSC cruise ships, Carousel Productions at Sea is a must-see. These epic shows are a unique blend of acrobatics, dance, and technology, which brings theatre to the next level. With custom-built venues and exclusive performances, it's a real showstopper while onboard.
Plus More Entertainment
There’s never a dull moment on an MSC Cruise! From live music and themed parties to game shows, dance classes and big-screen movie nights, there’s something happening morning, noon and night. Enjoy Broadway-style theatre performances, dazzling light shows, late-night DJs, Formula 1 simulators and immersive 4D cinemas.
Excellent Staterooms & Suites
MSC Cruises ships offer modern, comfortable accommodation for all budgets. Whether you're in an Interior cabin or a spacious Suites, expect stylish design, smart storage, and a calm space to unwind. For added luxury, book a Balcony stateroom with sea views or upgrade to a Suite with extra perks.
MSC Yacht Club
For something extra special, choose MSC Yacht Club. This exclusive ship within a ship offers Suite accommodations, a private sun deck, 24-hour butler service, plus a dedicated restaurant and lounge. MSC Yacht Club is available on select MSC Cruises ships and is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their cruise experience.
Download The MSC For Me App
The MSC For Me app helps you plan, book and manage your trip with ease. Check daily schedules, reserve dining and shows, track spending, and chat with fellow guests. It’s the easiest way to stay organised and make the most of your time on board.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about MSC Cruises? Find everything you need to know, right here.
You can wear casual clothes by day onboard and, by night, feel free to dress up in collared shirts, tailored trousers, skirts, or dresses.
During onboard Gala Nights, guests are encouraged to dress up in tuxedos, suits, evening gowns and cocktail dresses.
Yes, you can access the internet on all MSC Cruises via onboard WiFi. You can purchase a Browse or Browse & Stream package in order to connect to the ships' onboard WiFi.
Every guest can bring two suitcases, which must not exceed 90x75x43 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag, plus two pieces of hand luggage, which also must not exceed 56x45x25 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag.
MSC Cruises has a number of drinks packages available to purchase, including:
- Easy Package: Coffee, tea & hot drinks, soft drinks & juices, still & sparkling water (AQUA by MSC where available), house beer (draught & bottled), house wine & sparkling by the glass, classic cocktails & mixed drinks with house spirits, mocktails & non-alcoholic beer/wine, and drinks gratuities.
- Premium Extra Package: Speciality coffees, premium teas, fresh fruit cocktails, smoothies & protein shakes, non-alcoholic beers/wines & cocktails, a wider range of beers, premium wines & sparkling by the glass, premium spirits & liqueurs, cocktails & mixed drinks made with top-shelf brands, and drinks gratuities.
- Alcohol-Free Package: Hot drinks, soft & energy drinks, fruit juices, smoothies & protein shakes, still & sparkling water, non-alcoholic beers, wines & cocktails, and drinks gratuities.
- Minors Package: Available for guests under 18 (under 21 in the USA). Includes hot drinks, soft & energy drinks, fruit juices, smoothies & milkshakes, still & sparkling water, non-alcoholic beers, wines & cocktails, and drinks gratuities.
MSC Yacht Club is MSC Cruises’ exclusive "ship-within-a-ship experience", offering the very best in luxury, privacy, and personalised service. Guests staying in this all-inclusive area enjoy private suites, a dedicated restaurant, 24-hour butler service, and access to the Yacht Club’s private lounge, pool and sun deck.
From priority boarding and premium drinks to fine dining and spacious suites, every detail of MSC Yacht Club is crafted for a more exclusive cruise experience.
Several MSC Cruise ship have MSC Yacht Club spaces and suites onboard, including:
Yes! MSC Cruises regularly offers last-minute sailings from Southampton to Europe, the Mediterranean, and beyond, so you can bag a fantastic deal if you’re flexible with dates.
Ocean Cay Marine Reserve is MSC Cruises’ private island in the Bahamas, a pure tropical paradise. It is featured as a port of call on several MSC Cruises' Caribbean itineraries, and is home to white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, water sports, spa treatments, and local dining.
MSC stands for Mediterranean Shipping Company. They originally started as a shipping business, but are now one of the world’s largest cruise lines, offering modern ships, diverse itineraries, and options for everyone, including families and couples.
MSC Cruises' fares include breakfast, lunch and dinner in MSC Cruises ships' buffets and main restaurants. MSC Cruises ships feature a variety of other speciality dining venues, available to dine at for additional fees.
Drinks such as water, tea, coffee, and juices are available at MSC Cruises ship buffets. Alcohol, cocktails, premium coffees, and speciality drinks are available for additional fees.
MSC Cruises does not allow passengers to bring alcohol on board their ships. Any drinks brought at onboard shops or in port will be retained by secured by ship staff until the end of the cruise.
Yes, MSC Cruises has its own app named "MSC for Me". Available to use across all ships except MSC Lirica, and on Android and Apple devices, the app allows passengers to check in quickly, view an online ship map, browse daily activity schedules, view onboard spend, and message friends and family (only available for those over 16 years old) onboard.