MSC Seaside itinerary map for May 20, 2025
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7 Night Western Mediterranean on MSC MSC Seaside

May 20, 2025

MSC Seaside May 20, 2025

The MSC Seaside May 20, 2025 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Seaside will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, May 20th and returns on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1
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MSC Seaside · May 20, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Seaside cruise ship departing May 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $911 ($131 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $916 ($131 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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MSC Seaside · May 20, 2025

The MSC Seaside sails on May 20, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 27th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Seaside will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • MAY20
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY22
    Tunis, Tunisia
    Tunis, Tunisia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY23
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 4:30 PM
  • MAY25
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY26
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY27
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 20, 2025 · 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Tuesday, May 20

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Wednesday, May 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tunis, Tunisia
Day 3•Thursday, May 22

Tunis, Tunisia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.

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Palermo, Sicily
Day 4•Friday, May 23

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Naples, Italy
Day 5•Saturday, May 24

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 4:30 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.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy
Day 6•Sunday, May 25

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 7•Monday, May 26

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 8•Tuesday, May 27

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

MSC Seaside - May 20, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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May

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

38°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
61 / 100
safer than 61% of all cruises
61
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.
5
/ 10
Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis
Travelers should stay vigilant in Tunis due to moderate crime, especially outside tourist zones, and remain aware of political instability.
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.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
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.

Cruise Ship

MSC Seaside

⚓ Tonnage

169,400

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,017

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,060

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

5,331

vs avg 4,494

The Seaside has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 169,400 gross tons. The ship measures 1,060 feet in length. MSC Seaside is included in MSC’s Seaside class. At full capacity, the MSC Seaside holds 5,331 passengers. That includes 3,918 cruise vacationers and 1,413 staff members. The Seaside total number of staterooms is 2,017.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Seaside sailing on May 20, 2025?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the MSC Seaside visit on the May 20, 2025 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, tunis-tunisia, palermo-sicily, naples-italy, livorno-florence-italy, marseille-france.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Seaside May 20, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Seaside sailing on May 20, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Seaside itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026