The MSC Opera is a contemporary cruise ship that entered service in 2004 and is part of MSC Cruises' fleet. Built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique in St. Nazaire, France, the vessel accommodates 2,150 passengers and is staffed by 728 crew members across 9 decks.
As a mainstream cruise ship, the Opera provides a balanced cruise experience with comfortable accommodations and onboard facilities typical of the contemporary category. The ship is registered in Panama City and continues to operate as part of MSC Cruises' diverse itinerary options for cruisers seeking a mid-size vessel with accessible pricing and amenities.
- Class
- Lirica
- Built
- 2004
- Refurbished
- 2022
- Gross Tonnage
- 65,591 GT
- Length
- 275 m
- Beam
- 32 m
- Passengers
- 2,150
- Cabins
- 1,071
- Crew
- 728
- Decks
- 9
- Max Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- Chantiers de l'Atlantique, St. Nazaire, France
- Registry
- Panama
- Age
- 22 years old
- Size
- Mid-size
- Space Ratio
- 30.5 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 3.0:1
- Sister Ships
- 3 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 22nd largest of 25
- Typical Cruise
- 7 nights
- Primary Region
- Caribbean (Eastern)
- Next Sailing
- Sep 30, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
MSC Opera prices
Upcoming MSC Opera cruises start from $179. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $175. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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