MSC Poesia
MSC Cruise Line
MSC Poesia is one of MSC's 23 active ships and first entered service in 2008 with its most recent renovation in 2024. In terms of size, it comes in at 92,627 gross tons, 964 feet in length, and 13 passenger decks. On board, it supports up to 3,605 guests and approximately 1,027 crew members. The ship had an estimated build cost of $360 million and is flagged in Panama.
MSC Poesia
Ship Stats
Year Built
2008
Last Renovated
2024
Tonnage
92,627 GT
Length
964 ft
Capacity
3,605
Crew
1,027
Cost
$360 million
Decks
13
Musica Class
Musica Class groups ships with similar design and onboard features within MSC. The first ship introduced in this class was MSC Musica (2006), followed by MSC Orchestra (2007), MSC Poesia (2008), and MSC Magnifica (2010).
MSC Poesia Ship Age
MSC Poesia entered service in 2008. Across MSC's active fleet, the average build year is 2013 and across all major active cruise lines the average ship launch year is 2011. Ranked newest-to-oldest, this ship is 17 of 23 (newest ship = rank 1).
Timeline order: newest to oldest
- MSC Poesia
Current ship
MSC Poesia Renovations
Latest recorded dry dock / major renovation date: 2024.
Renovation details
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.
MSC Poesia Ship Size
Length and tonnage across MSC's fleet
MSC Poesia measures 964 feet (294 m) (vs MSC fleet average of 1,030 ft) and has gross tonnage of 92,627 GT (vs fleet average of 136,380 GT). It ranks 18 of 23 by length and 17 of 23 by tonnage in MSC's active fleet.
Passenger Capacity & Crew Size
MSC Poesia vs MSC fleet averages
MSC Poesia carries 3,605 passengers (vs MSC average of 4,391) and has 1,027 crew members onboard (vs fleet average of 1,276). That puts this ship at a passenger-to-staff ratio of 3.51:1 compared with MSC's overall 3.44:1 average.
Passenger Capacity
3,605
passengers
Crew Members
1,027
staff members
Passenger to Crew Ratio
3.51 : 1
MSC Avg
3.44 : 1
Frequently Asked Questions
MSC Poesia quick answers covering size, capacity, deck plans, and what to expect onboard.
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 13 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.