MSC VIRTUOSA
MASTERPIECE AT SEA
MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects and shipyard partners at Les Chantiers de l’Atlantique who designed and built this innovative class of ships. This new cruise ship is one of the two largest in MSC Cruises’ fleet, along with her sister ship MSC Grandiosa, boasting an impressive array of guest features all coming together in perfect harmony to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience.
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MAIN FEATURES
Environmental Stewardship
Air emissions
Energy efficiency
Smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Wastewater & Protecting Marine Life
Advanced wastewater treatment system with higher purification standards than most wastewater treatment facilities ashore.
Discover more on how the MSC Group is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board.
Environmental Stewardship
MSC Starship Club
This futuristic venue is much more than just a bar. It's an immersive entertainment experience. Featuring Rob, the first ever humanoid robotic bartender at sea, the MSC Starship Club will transport our guests to a different world.
As you sip your cosmic cocktail and gaze out of the portholes across the space, Rob and his human colleagues will take you to an exciting journey to discover new galactic destinations.
MSC Starship Club
Galleria Virtuosa
The indoor promenade features both Main and Specialty Restaurants along with numerous shops.
With 1168m2 of retail space, MSC Virtuosa will exceed the already record breaking retail space onboard MSC Grandiosa, to present the largest shopping area at sea on any cruise ship with 11 state-of-the art boutiques and over 250 brands.
The promenade is destined to become the ultimate destination for socializing and entertainment possibilities for guests.
Galleria Virtuosa
Carousel Productions at Sea
Enjoy an all-new entertainment concept blending breathtaking acrobatics, dance and live music to create exclusive original productions specially designed for MSC Meraviglia Class ships. It offers avant-garde artistic and immersive performances combined with the innovative technology in a surprising mix of new expressions and experimentation that will make you feel part of the show.
On board MSC Virtuosa, you'll have the unique opportunity to admire two spectacular productions: AJEDREZ, inspired by the game of chess, and ARKYMEA, the story of a scientist in search of a hidden world.
The shows take place twice a night, six nights a week, only at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous, modern, technology-packed venue. Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this unique entertainment experience.
(not included in the cruise fare, limited spaces, a signature cocktail package needs to be booked)
Carousel Productions at Sea
Family & Children
MSC Cruises is known for its award-winning family offering and has a long-standing partnership with the LEGO Group to design the kids club areas as well as on board activities. Discover all activities and services for children, tweens, teens and their parents here
Family & Children
MSC Yacht Club
The best location of the cabins and a reserved area accessible only to YC Members, dedicated restaurant and lounges and a large private pool area with solarium and whirlpool baths. 24-hour butler service, dedicated massage rooms and full access to Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea Spa.
This is the MSC Yacht Club, the ultimate luxury cruise experience.
MSC Yacht Club
Cabins & Suites
Whether you’re looking for a duplex suite with private whirlpool bath, a sea-view balcony cabin or a family option, you’ll find it all on MSC Virtuosa.
- Surface approx. 12-17 sqm, balcony approx 4-8 sqm
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Choose the cabin type that best suits you:
- Balcony Aurea (best ship position, surface approx. 17 sqm, deck 11-13)
- Deluxe Balcony (surface approx. 17 sqm, deck 8-14)
- Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface approx. 17 sqm, deck 8-14)
- Studio Balcony (single use, surface approx. 12 sqm, deck 13-14)
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Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)
- Surface approx. 12-25 sqm, deck 5-11
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Can accomodate up to 6 people
- ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
Choose the cabin type that best suits you:
- Premium Ocean View, can accommodate up to 6 people (surface approx. 25 sqm, deck 9-11)
- Deluxe Ocean View (surface approx. 16 sqm, deck 5)
- Junior Ocean View (surface approx. 12 sqm, deck 8)
- Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (surface approx 12 sqm, deck 8)
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Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)
Entertainment
MSC Virtuosa will offer a superb choice of entertainment for the whole family, from days in the water park or sports centre to evenings in the super-amusement park or the multi-purpose karaoke bar, comedy club, TV studio & bar.
Restaurants & Buffet
A choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste including a brand new Indochine restaurant concept - a delicious take on the Vietnamese classics with a French twist.Indochine Restaurant
Guests will be able to choose from a savory selection of French-Vietnamese dishes, along with a variety of Vegetarian and Vegan options. The carefully selected wine list features both Old and New World wines and Tropical signature cocktails complement the authentic experience.
Hola! Tacos & Cantina
The new fast-casual street food dining concept, offers a selection of Latin American and Mexican-inspired dishes and drinks to be shared and enjoyed in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner. Choose from a tantalising array of dishes from blue corn tacos and nachos, authentic beef empanadas and tasty tamales through to tortilla soup or vegetarian tacos, all to be savoured with our selection of Top 10 Tequilas and Mezcals!
Sea Pavilion
This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.
Kaito Sushi Bar
Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.
Kaito Teppanyaki
Step in, choose your spot at one of four cooking stations and watch your delicious Japanese dishes come to life, right before your eyes. Our expert chefs cook with flair on an open grill: a feast for the senses that sees flames and the finest sizzling ingredients coming together to form delicious dishes you'll remember forever.
Butcher's Cut
The traditional American-style steakhouse, Butcher’s Cut, celebrates the skill of a master butcher. Serving specialty cuts of meats including dry-aged tomahawk, t-bone, as well as surf and turf, this is a true steak-lovers dream, cooked in an open kitchen, giving onto a relaxed and sophisticated restaurant, inspired by the Golden Age of America.
Minuetto Restaurant
Blue Danube Restaurant
Il Campo Restaurant
Marketplace Buffet
The extensive buffet area includes various multifunction corners serving international dishes, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes. It’s the ideal place for enjoying a great informal dining experience with a spectacular sea view.
Bars and Lounges
21 bars: 5 outdoor bars with breathtaking view and 16 indoor bars, each offering a unique experience including the first humanoid Robotic Bartender at sea. The robot will be at the centre of an immersive bar experience and will entertain guests in eight different languages.
MSC Starship club
This futuristic venue is much more than just a bar. It's an immersive entertainment experience.
Featuring Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, the MSC Starship Club takes our guests to a different world.
Not only can Rob mix a range of signature cosmic drinks, he also speaks 8 languages, and enjoys entertaining guests with jokes, riddles and space facts. If he's in the mood, he may even show you his dance moves!
Carousel Lounge
Sit back and enjoy the fun with an exclusive Signature Cocktail at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous and modern, technology-packed venue specifically designed to meet the needs of Carousel Productions at Sea. This custom-built lounge covers 1,000 sq.m. and can accommodate up to 400 guests.
Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this immersive entertainment experience.
(Not included in the cruise fare. Limited spaces; a signature cocktail package needs to be booked).
L’Atelier Bar & Art
This warm, elegant bar offers a carefully selected wine list and creative signature cocktails accompanied by the sound of live jazz music and a pop-up art gallery.
In addition, discover the Art Wall and the current exhibition of Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, the pioneers of Pop Art. Read more
Attic Club
Dance away into the early hours in our chic nightclub. Grab yourself a drink from our extensive list of cocktails, mocktails, Spritz, Mojito’s, classic cocktails, beers or ciders and feel the beat. Dance the night away as skilled DJ’s spin the best of today’s dance and club favourites through a state-of-the-art sound system in our trendy nightclub.
Red Gem Casino bar
Hit the jackpot at our spacious bar in Le Grand Casino. Get that James Bond feeling, order a drink from our skilled bar tenders and cast an eye over the Casino as you contemplate where lady luck will go to next. We have a wide variety of selected cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine and fine spirits to refresh yourself with as you take a break from play.
Masters of the Sea
Atmospheric and charismatic, our traditional British pub is the perfect setting to drop in for a pint. Serving beer, premium spirits and a wide array of beer based cocktaisl, the pub is an ideal place to kick back and have fun. If hunger kicks in, you can also enjoy burgers, hotdogs and the traditional beer battered fish and chips made with the freshest ingredients by our talented chefs to satisfy your hunger pangs.
Infinity Bar
There are infinite choices in this ideal spot to join friends for an aperitif before a meal, or for a refreshing drink at any time of day. From traditional aperitifs, our Signature Cocktails to the contemporary classics, there is something to suit your taste.
TV Studio & Bar
Broadcasting live throughout the ship, our TV Studio and radio suite air live games, quizzes, talent contests and other fun content. An excellent selection of cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks are available to get you ready for your big performance.
Atmosphere Bar North
Relax at the poolside with friends and family, with a refreshing drink from the Atmosphere Bar North. From Signature Cocktails, beers, coladas, soft drinks, coffee and tea there is something to suit everyone’s taste.
Atmosphere Bar South
Days by the pool with the grill, what could be better! We realise that hunger can strike at any time and at the Atmosphere South Bar our expert chefs serve up fresh and tasty specialities hot off the grill 20 hours a day. Satisfy your cravings from our menu of freshly grilled food!
Savannah Bar
Top Sail Lounge
Enjoy spectacular views in this elegant lounge, offering the Yacht Club bar list of spirits, craft cocktails, beers and wines, soft drinks and coffee drinks. You can also enjoy a fine selection of gourmet finger food throughout the day.
MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar
This sundeck buffet and bar, exclusive to MSC Yacht Club Guests, offers an exceptional selection of freshly grilled specialities. Enjoy an expansive breakfast offering and carefully selected meats for lunch. Alternatively, You can grab something from our selection of fresh fish, meat and burgers and homemade pasta and a wide choice of fresh salads compliment the wide variety of food on offer.
Jean-Philippe Crêpes & Gelato
A gourmet ice cream parlour and French-style crêperie dreamed up by award-winning master pastry chef Jean-Philippe Maury. Located in the impressive indoor promenade, it's the perfect place to enjoy a mouth watering made-to-order crêpe, with your choice of delicious sweet or savoury fillings. Treat someone you love to our unique house-made gelato or sorbet. Jean-Philippe Maury’s award winning gelato is made on the premises, using only the finest quality ingredients and fresh fruit purees.
Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café
French master pâtissier Chocolatier Jean-Philippe Maury brings his award-winning touch to this coffee and chocolate bar boutique where enticingly sweet delights are created just for you in our unique open concept chocolate kitchen. As well as choosing from a variety of exquisite Chef created chocolate candies, guests can also create their very own chocolate bar right at the tablet stations. The boutique offers also a wide assortment of delectable French macaroons and fresh roasted coffee. No matter your preference, there is something for everyone.
In Numbers
- Gross tonnage: 181.541
- Number of passengers: 6,334 guests
- Number of cabins: 2,421
- Crew members: 1,704
- Length/Beam/Height: 331 m / 43 m / 65 m
- Maximum Speed: 22.2 knots