MSC Seascape
MSC Cruise Line
MSC Seascape is one of MSC's 23 active ships and first entered service in 2022 with its most recent renovation in 2024. In terms of size, it comes in at 169,500 gross tons, 1,112 feet in length, and 11 passenger decks. On board, it supports up to 5,877 guests and approximately 1,648 crew members. The ship had an estimated build cost of $1,000 million and is flagged in Malta.
MSC Seascape
Ship Stats
Year Built
2022
Last Renovated
2024
Tonnage
169,500 GT
Length
1,112 ft
Capacity
5,877
Crew
1,648
Cost
$1,000 million
Decks
11
Seaside Class
Seaside Class groups ships with similar design and onboard features within MSC. The first ship introduced in this class was MSC Seaside (2017), followed by MSC Seaview (2018), MSC Seascape (2022), and MSC Seashore (2022).
MSC Seascape Ship Age
MSC Seascape entered service in 2022. 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 3 of 23 (newest ship = rank 1).
Timeline order: newest to oldest
- MSC Seascape
Current ship
MSC Seascape Renovations
Latest recorded dry dock / major renovation date: 2024.
Renovation details
The MSC Seascape is relatively new, so the vessel has not experienced major refurbishments. However, it received Starlink upgrades in 2024 and minor cosmetic touch-ups to their outdoor "Infinity" bridges and water park areas to maintain their "as-new" condition.
MSC Seascape Ship Size
Length and tonnage across MSC's fleet
MSC Seascape measures 1,112 feet (339 m) (vs MSC fleet average of 1,030 ft) and has gross tonnage of 169,500 GT (vs fleet average of 136,380 GT). It ranks 1 of 23 by length and 8 of 23 by tonnage in MSC's active fleet.
Passenger Capacity & Crew Size
MSC Seascape vs MSC fleet averages
MSC Seascape carries 5,877 passengers (vs MSC average of 4,391) and has 1,648 crew members onboard (vs fleet average of 1,276). That puts this ship at a passenger-to-staff ratio of 3.57:1 compared with MSC's overall 3.44:1 average.
Passenger Capacity
5,877
passengers
Crew Members
1,648
staff members
Passenger to Crew Ratio
3.57 : 1
MSC Avg
3.44 : 1
Frequently Asked Questions
MSC Seascape quick answers covering size, capacity, deck plans, and what to expect onboard.
You will find the MSC Seascape Casino on Deck 7 of the ship.
You will find the MSC Seascape buffet on Deck 16 of the ship.
The MSC Seascape is relatively new, so the vessel has not experienced major refurbishments. However, it received Starlink upgrades in 2024 and minor cosmetic touch-ups to their outdoor "Infinity" bridges and water park areas to maintain their "as-new" condition.
The ship belongs to the MSC class of ships known as the Seaside class.
The MSC Seascape has a total of 15 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 5. The upper most passenger deck is Level 20.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the MSC Seascape. The ship's capacity is 5,877. 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 Seascape was built in 2022. 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 Seascape 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 Seascape length equals 1,112 feet (339 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.