MSC Magnifica - 5/4/2026
The May 4, 2026 cruise on the MSC Magnifica departs from Marseille (Provence), France. On this 11 Night Northern Europe (Marseille To Copenhagen) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Magnifica sets sail on Monday, May 4th and returns on Friday, May 15th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Magnifica cruise ship departing May 4, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,028 ($94 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,037 ($95 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Magnifica - May 4, 2026 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 4th | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 2 | May 5th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 3 | May 6th | At Sea |
| 4 | May 7th | Malaga, Spain |
| 5 | May 8th | Casablanca, Morocco |
| 6 | May 9th | At Sea |
| 7 | May 10th | At Sea |
| 8 | May 11th | Bilbao, Spain |
| 9 | May 12th | La Rochelle, France |
| 10 | May 13th | At Sea |
| 11 | May 14th | At Sea |
| 12 | May 15th | Copenhagen, Denmark |
The MSC Magnifica sails on May 4, 2026 for a 11 Night Northern Europe (Marseille To Copenhagen). The ship will depart the port of Marseille (Provence), France at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Copenhagen, Denmark on May 15th at 12:00 PM. During the 12-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Magnifica
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.
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Cruise Ports
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)
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol. (126 words)
Casablanca, Morocco, docks at Port de Casablanca, 3 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 15-minute rides. The city, population 3.5 million, features the Hassan II Mosque with a 210-meter minaret. Travelers stroll the Corniche for Atlantic views. Local markets sell tagines. Excursions to Rabat, 1 hour north, visit the Royal Palace. Peak season April to October; taxis 20-50 MAD. Dining includes couscous at medina cafes. Souvenirs feature leather slippers.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Bilbao, Spain, docks at Getxo Port, 10 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 20-minute rides. The city, population 340,000, features the Guggenheim Museum with Frank Gehry’s titanium design. Travelers stroll Casco Viejo for pintxos bars. Excursions to San Sebastián, 1 hour east, explore La Concha Beach. Local markets sell Idiazabal cheese. Peak season June to September; taxis 10-15 EUR. Dining includes bacalao at old town taverns. Souvenirs feature Basque berets.
La Roche-Guyon, France, has docking at a Seine River port. Travelers explore Château de La Roche-Guyon’s medieval fortress. Excursions visit Giverny’s Monet Gardens. Local markets sell camembert. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle cliffs and river views. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. La Roche-Guyon’s historic charm offers a serene French stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital. (126 words)