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MSC Opera

MSC Opera, renovated during the Renaissance Programme has an elegant and sophisticated allure thanks to its classical shapes that are one of the main characteristics. MSC Opera is suitable to reach small ports, as it is a little smaller than other ships. This aspect will make your cruise even more exciting and original.

On board you will find everything for making your holiday just perfect: elegant cabins equipped with any kind of comfort, a new area where you can get loose on the dancefloor with music and dances and a new mall area called Walk Through Shops where you can do shopping while your husband is sunbathing by the pool… On MSC Opera you will spend unforgettable days and nights in the spirit of relaxation and fun on a ship that will make any of your dreams come true.

Precious wood, panoramic glass walls looking onto the sea, marble floor and a magnificent theater. The details make the passengers navigate in luxury, for a front-row holiday. Available equipment: Minigolf, Gym and Sauna, Beauty Salon, Jogging Path, 2 pools for adults, 2 Jacuzzis, Virtual Reality Games, Internet Café with 16 computers, 2 restaurants, Pizzeria and Grilll, Theater (713 seats), Disco, Casino, Shopping Gallery, Mini Club.

335 cruises
Genoa Itinerary Mediterranean
from $1,944
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 1, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Genoa Landing: Genoa
Itinerary:
1. Genoa,
2. Marseille,
3. navigation,
4. Malaga,
5. Cadiz,
6. Lisbon,
7. navigation,
8. Alicante,
9. Port Mahon,
10. Olbia,
11. Genoa
Marseille Itinerary Mediterranean
External from $2,460
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 2, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Marseille Landing: Marseille
Itinerary:
1. Marseille,
2. navigation,
3. Malaga,
4. Cadiz,
5. Lisbon,
6. navigation,
7. Alicante,
8. Port Mahon,
9. Olbia,
10. Genoa,
11. Marseille
Malaga Itinerary Mediterranean
Balcony from $2,811
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 4, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Malaga Landing: Malaga
Itinerary:
1. Malaga,
2. Cadiz,
3. Lisbon,
4. navigation,
5. Alicante,
6. Port Mahon,
7. Olbia,
8. Genoa,
9. Marseille,
10. navigation,
11. Malaga
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Portugal, Spain, Italy, France
Lisbon Itinerary Mediterranean
from $1,604
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 6, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Lisbon Landing: Lisbon
Itinerary:
1. Lisbon,
2. navigation,
3. Alicante,
4. Port Mahon,
5. Olbia,
6. Genoa,
7. Marseille,
8. navigation,
9. Malaga,
10. Cadiz,
11. Lisbon
Alicante Itinerary Mediterranean
from $1,628
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 8, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Alicante Landing: Alicante
Itinerary:
1. Alicante,
2. Port Mahon,
3. Olbia,
4. Genoa,
5. Marseille,
6. navigation,
7. Malaga,
8. Cadiz,
9. Lisbon,
10. navigation,
11. Alicante
Genoa Itinerary Mediterranean
from $2,214
price per person Taxes included
MSC Opera | Aug 11, 2026
Duration: 10 nights
Departure from: Genoa Landing: Genoa
Itinerary:
1. Genoa,
2. Marseille,
3. navigation,
4. Malaga,
5. Cadiz,
6. Lisbon,
7. navigation,
8. Alicante,
9. Port Mahon,
10. Olbia,
11. Genoa
335 cruises

Ports of departure

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MSC Opera has a fascinating character.
She vibrates in every particle as the “C” from the chest of a star of the beautiful Italian song. An extraordinary attention to the quality of the materials to guarantee the passengers the holiday of a Prince.

Reviews MSC Opera

Discover the opinions of customers who have already traveled aboard MSC Opera

star star star star star 9/10

A well-maintained and well-organized ship, despite being somewhat dated.

Teresa Wednesday, July 15, 2026
star star star star star 10/10

A little small, but it allowed us to dock at some wonderful ports.

Antonella Monday, July 13, 2026
star star star star star 10/10

MSC Opera is now a rather dated ship, and the problems on board were evident from the very first day. When turning on the cold water at the sink to wash, hot water came out, while the shower produced cold water even when the hot tap was used. The public toilets on the various decks were often either dirty or out of order. Furthermore, the water dispensed by the new AQUA stations tasted unpleasant, not to mention the water available without using the card, which tasted strongly of chlorine.

Eleonora Sunday, July 12, 2026
star star star star 7/10

I have been cruising for many years, and this was my 25th cruise. Unfortunately, MSC Opera is an ageing ship and requires substantial modernisation throughout.

Nicola Pagano Sunday, July 12, 2026
star star star star star 10/10

Serena Colnago Sunday, July 12, 2026
star star star star star 9/10

The ship is quite dated and small, with limited entertainment options for adults. The cabins were kept very clean. The food at the buffet was disappointing, while the restaurant was much better and offered vegan options, although there is still room for improvement overall. The kids’ club, on the other hand, was exceptional, with great attention paid to the children and plenty of fun activities. A special thank you to Emily and Roberto, as well as to the other staff members whose names we unfortunately cannot remember. They immediately made our child feel at ease, and he was always happy to go back whenever possible.

chiara Friday, July 3, 2026
star star star star star 10/10

Manuela De Franco Thursday, July 2, 2026
star star star star star 9/10

Sabrina Thursday, July 2, 2026
star star star star star 9/10

Diletta Fizzotti Thursday, July 2, 2026
star star star star star 10/10

Alessandro Tiralongo Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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Cabins and Suites

From the classic internal cabin to the most luxurious accommodations on board. Discover the cabin that best suits you aboard MSC Opera.

IM2 Interior Junior (medium deck)
IM2 Interior Junior (medium deck)

Surface area approx. 13 m², deck 9-10
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

IM1 Interior Junior (low deck)
IM1 Interior Junior (low deck)

Surface area approx. 12-13 m², deck 7-8
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

IB Interior Bella (guarantee)
IB Interior Bella (guarantee)

Surface area approx. 12-13 m²
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

SPL Interior
SPL Interior

Bella rates are the best value for money and the opportunity to enjoy all the amenities on board an elegant and modern cruise ship.

OO Ocean View with obstructed view
OO Ocean View with obstructed view

Surface area approx. 13-22 m², deck 7
Sea view porthole with obstructed view
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

OM2 Ocean View Junior (medium deck)
OM2 Ocean View Junior (medium deck)

Surface area approx. 13 m², deck 9-10
Porthole with sea view
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

OM1 Ocean View Junior (low deck)
OM1 Ocean View Junior (low deck)

Surface area approx. 12-13 m², deck 7-8
Porthole with sea view
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

OL1 Ocean View Premium (low deck)
OL1 Ocean View Premium (low deck)

Surface area approximately 22 m², deck 9
Porthole with sea view
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

OB Ocean View Bella (guarantee)
OB Ocean View Bella (guarantee)

Surface area approximately 12-13 m²,
Porthole with sea view
Armchair
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

BM1 Junior Balcony
BM1 Junior Balcony

Surface area approx. 13 m², balcony approx. 3 m²
Living area with sofa
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

BA Balcony Aurea
BA Balcony Aurea

Surface area approx. 13 m², balcony approx. 3 m², deck 9-10, best position on the ship
Living area with sofa
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

BB Balcony Bella (guarantee)
BB Balcony Bella (guarantee)

Surface area approx. 13 m², balcony approx. 3 m²
Living area with sofa
Bathroom with shower, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

SR1 Suite Deluxe Aurea
SR1 Suite Deluxe Aurea

Surface area approx. 23 m², balcony approx. 5 m², deck 12
Balcony
Living area with sofa
Spacious wardrobe
Bathroom with bathtub, beauty corner with hairdryer
Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar

decks

deck Aida Aida
deck Otello Otello
deck Rigoletto Rigoletto
deck La Traviata La Traviata
deck Norma Norma
deck Turandot Turandot
deck Tosca Tosca
deck La Bohème La Bohème
deck Minigolf Minigolf
Aida Aida
Otello Otello
Rigoletto Rigoletto
La Traviata La Traviata
Norma Norma
Turandot Turandot
Tosca Tosca
La Bohème La Bohème
Minigolf Minigolf

The Nations crossed

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Destinations crossed

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Info on the ship MSC Opera

Construction Year: 2004
Renovation Year: 2015
No. of guests: 2150
Crew number: 728
No. of cabins: 1071
Tonnage: 59058
Length 251
Length 28
Speed 21

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