7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip)
MSC Magnifica
MSC Magnifica
August 17, 2025
7 Night Western Mediterranean

MSC Magnifica - 8/17/2025

The August 17, 2025 cruise on the MSC Magnifica departs from Marseille (Provence), France. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Magnifica sets sail on Sunday, Aug 17th and returns on Sunday, Aug 24th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Marseille
France
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Magnifica cruise ship departing August 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $968 ($139 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,076 ($154 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 10%.

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Inside Cabin
$968
10%
vs Avg $1,076

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Magnifica - August 17, 2025 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 17thMarseille (Provence), France
2Aug 18thLa Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
3Aug 19thNaples, Italy
4Aug 20thPalermo, Sicily
5Aug 21stValletta, Malta
6Aug 22ndAt Sea
7Aug 23rdBarcelona, Spain
8Aug 24thMarseille (Provence), France

The MSC Magnifica sails on August 17, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Marseille (Provence), France at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Marseille (Provence), France on Aug 24th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
La Spezia
La Spezia is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant for pickpocketing in crowded areas during peak seasons.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

MSC Magnifica Size Infographic

MSC Magnifica

96 k
tonnage
963 ft
length
2010
year built
1,256
cabins
3,223
passengers
1,027
crew

MSC MAGNIFICA SIZE

The Magnifica has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 95,128 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. MSC Magnifica is included in MSC’s Musica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Magnifica holds 4,250 passengers. That includes 3,223 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Magnifica total number of staterooms is 1,256.

MSC Magnifica Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:95,128 GT
  • Length:963 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2010
  • Years Served:2010 - Present
  • Capacity:3,223
  • Crew Members:1,027
  • Total on Board:4,250
  • Total Staterooms:1,256
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:547 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Magnifica age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC Magnifica Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 172025
D:4:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
AUG 182025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy, docks at Porto di La Spezia, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. La Spezia, population 90,000, serves as a gateway to Cinque Terre, 30 minutes north by train. Travelers explore Riomaggiore’s colorful villages. Local markets sell focaccia. Excursions to Portovenere, 20 minutes south, visit San Pietro Church. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pesto pasta at harbor trattorias. Souvenirs feature ceramic tiles.

Day3
AUG 192025
A:1:00 PMD:9:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
AUG 202025
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital. (126 words)

Day5
AUG 212025
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
AUG 222025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
AUG 232025
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

Day8
AUG 242025
A:8:00 AM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)