MSC Poesia
MSC Cruise Line
The MSC Poesia was built in 2008 and is among MSC's 23 ships in its fleet. The Poesia is included in the cruise line's Musica Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the Poesia vs all of the other MSC ships.
MSC Poesia Size
How big is the MSC Poesia? Below, you’ll find all of the relevant cruise ship stats, specs and dimensions for the MSC Poesia. Included in these statistics are passenger capacity, length, year built, year renovated, cost to build, gross tonnage, engine info, number of rooms, deck counts and more!
MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia Capacity
Passenger Capacity refers to the total number of people that the MSC Poesia can accommodate. Of course, there are also crew members on board. Below, find the total onboard capacity, including staff and cruise guests.
MSC Poesia Passenger Capacity: The passenger capacity for the MSC Poesia is 3,605 guests. The average capacity for the 23 active ships in MSC’s fleet is 4,391 passengers. The passenger capacity range for all MSC ships has a minimum of 2,550 guests and a maximum of 6,850 passengers.
MSC Poesia Crew Members: Staff on the MSC Poesia include 1,027 members. That's a guest to staff ratio of 3.5 to 1. The average MSC ship includes 1,276 employees and has a passenger to staff ratio of 3.4 to 1.
MSC Poesia Passenger and Crew Capacity
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MSC Poesia Length
How long is the MSC Poesia? From end to end, the Poesia length equals 964 feet (294 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 23 active vessels in MSC’s fleet, measuring 1,027 feet (313 meters).
The smallest MSC ship (in terms of length) measures 902 feet (275 meters) from end to end. The longest vessel spans 1,112 feet (339 meters). Our chart below shows the length of the MSC Poesia vs all other active MSC Cruise Line ships.
MSC Poesia Length
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MSC Poesia Built Date
When was the MSC Poesia Built? The MSC Poesia was built in 2008 and joined the cruise line’s Musica Class.
MSC includes 23 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2001 while the newest ship was built in 2025. The average MSC ship is 12 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2013
When was the last MSC Poesia Dry Dock? The Poesia experienced dry dock improvements in 2024.
Renovations include the following: The Poesia received routine maintenance in 2024 and is scheduled for a major renovation in February 2026. Similar to the Magnifica, it will receive a brand-new MSC Yacht Club (69 suites), the All-Stars Sports Bar, and new specialty dining venues to prepare for its historic first season in Alaska. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in February 2026. Following the same blueprint as its sister ship, the MSC Poesia will enter dry dock in February 2026 for a major "top-to-bottom" refurbishment ahead of its inaugural Alaska season. The renovation will add the MSC Yacht Club concept (with 69 suites) and a first-for-the-ship All-Stars Sports Bar, providing a high-energy venue for North American guests. Technical upgrades will also include "ice-strengthening" and environmental systems necessary for sailing the protected waters of the Inside Passage, ensuring the 2008-built vessel meets modern regulatory and luxury standards by May 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
MSC Poesia Info
You will find the MSC Poesia Casino on Deck 7 of the ship.
You will find the MSC Poesia buffet on Deck 13 of the ship.
The Poesia received routine maintenance in 2024 and is scheduled for a major renovation in February 2026. Similar to the Magnifica, it will receive a brand-new MSC Yacht Club (69 suites), the All-Stars Sports Bar, and new specialty dining venues to prepare for its historic first season in Alaska. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in February 2026. Following the same blueprint as its sister ship, the MSC Poesia will enter dry dock in February 2026 for a major "top-to-bottom" refurbishment ahead of its inaugural Alaska season. The renovation will add the MSC Yacht Club concept (with 69 suites) and a first-for-the-ship All-Stars Sports Bar, providing a high-energy venue for North American guests. Technical upgrades will also include "ice-strengthening" and environmental systems necessary for sailing the protected waters of the Inside Passage, ensuring the 2008-built vessel meets modern regulatory and luxury standards by May 2026.
The ship belongs to the MSC class of ships known as the Musica class.
The MSC Poesia has a total of 12 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 5. The upper most passenger deck is Level 16.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the MSC Poesia. The ship's capacity is 3,605. When comparing the occupancy to the average MSC passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 4,494 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live MSC ships.
The MSC Poesia was built in 2008. MSC includes 23 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2001 while the newest ship was built in 2025. The average MSC ship is 12 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2013
Each of MSC's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the MSC Poesia is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.
From end to end, the MSC Poesia length equals 964 feet (294 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 23 active vessels in MSC fleet, measuring 1,030 feet (314 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.