# MSC Magnifica

- Kind: ship
- Data version: 2026-10-14
- Reference month: 2026-10
- Checked: 2026-07-03
- Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/msc-magnifica

For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider.

## Overview

- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Size: Large
- Market segment: Casual mid-size (suited to multi-port and long voyages)
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Class: Musica Class
- Year built: refurbished 2025
- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords, Mediterranean, Ocean Crossings & World Voyages

MSC Magnifica entered service in 2010 as the fourth ship in the Musica class and is a midsize ship of about 95,000 GT. Compared with recent megaships, its facilities are more restrained, but it can enter more ports easily and carries fewer passengers, creating a calmer atmosphere. It was refurbished in 2025. In summer 2026, it will use Copenhagen and Warnemunde as homeports for Baltic Sea and Norwegian fjord itineraries, then move to roughly 10-day Western Mediterranean roundtrips from autumn onward. With experience operating world cruises, it suits travelers who enjoy longer voyages.

- Adult-oriented
- European departures
- Long-voyage friendly

Checked: 2026-07-03

[See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/msc-magnifica/scale)

## Specifications

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Gross tonnage | 95,128 GT |
| Passenger capacity | 3,223 |
| Crew | 987 |
| Decks | 16 |
| Cabins | 1,242 |
| Length | 294 m (965 ft) |
| Year built | 2010 |
| IMO number | 9387085 |

## Ship character

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Score (0–5) |
| --- | --- |
| Families | 3 |
| Adults | 4 |
| Luxury | 2 |
| First-time cruisers | 3 |
| Entertainment | 3 |
| Dining | 3 |
| Japanese-language support | 1 |

### Great for

Port-focused roundtrips
Calm, adult-oriented travel
Itineraries of 10 days or longer

### Less suited to

Families seeking waterslides and flashy facilities
Travelers prioritizing the newest ship interiors

## Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

| Item | Value | Label | Description | Scope | Sources | Checked |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Public bath | Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite | Official | — | — | [virtual-tours.msccruises.com](https://virtual-tours.msccruises.com/en-gb/Assets/SHIP_MAP_deck%20plan_MAGNIFICA.pdf) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese food | Japanese food at extra cost | Secondary source | — | — | [cruiseastute.com](https://www.cruiseastute.com/ship.php?feature=dining&ship=MSC+Magnifica) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese language support | Japanese-speaking staff and menus | Secondary source | — | Line-wide | [icruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.icruises.jp/area/japan.html) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Payment in yen | Payment in yen not accepted | Official | — | Line-wide | [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/int/manage-booking/before-you-go/on-board-payment) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Smoking | Smoking in designated areas only | Official | — | — | [virtual-tours.msccruises.com](https://virtual-tours.msccruises.com/en-gb/Assets/SHIP_MAP_deck%20plan_MAGNIFICA.pdf) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Dress code | Formal nights | Secondary source | — | — | [cruise-circle.co.uk](https://www.cruise-circle.co.uk/sailings/msc-cruises/msc-magnifica/21-nov-26/7-nights) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Power outlets | Plug types: A, C | Official | — | Line-wide | [msccruises.co.za](https://www.msccruises.co.za/-/media/zaf/documents/msc-faq/msc-cruises-faqs-14052026flv.pdf) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

English text in preparation.

## At a glance

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Kids club | Yes |
| Adults-only areas | No |
| Waterpark | Yes |
| Casino | Yes |
| Theater and shows | Yes |
| Spa | Yes |
| Cinema | Yes |
| Accessible cabins | Yes |
| Solo cabins | No |
| All-inclusive | No |

- Japanese support rating (editorial): 1/5

Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

## Cabins by category

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Cabins | Description | Cabin count / recommended decks | Size | Capacity / beds | Features | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Interior (SPL/IM1/IM2/IR1/IR2/IW) | Standard interior cabins without windows or balconies. Includes several subcategories, such as Guaranteed types and interior Junior Suites. Some rooms have accessible configurations. | 249 cabins / Decks 5 and 8-12 | 14 m² (151 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (can be combined into a double) | Balcony: No, Window: No, Concierge: No, Connecting: Yes, Solo: No, Accessible: Yes | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Oceanview (OR1/OR2/OO/OW) | Cabins without balconies but with windows. Includes Deluxe Oceanview, partially obstructed-view types, and the Wellness Spa category. | 173 cabins / Deck 5 (forward) and Deck 8 (midship) | 16–17 m² (172–183 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (can be combined into a double) | Balcony: No, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Yes, Solo: No, Accessible: Yes | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Balcony (BM1/BM2/BA/BL1/BR1/BR2/BP) | The largest category by number of rooms. Balcony space is typically approximately 4 m². Includes several subcategories, such as Junior Suites, Balcony Aurea, Premium Balcony, and partially obstructed-view types. | 779 cabins / Decks 8-15 | 13–18 m² (140–194 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (can be combined into a double) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Yes, Solo: No, Accessible: Yes | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Premium Suite Aurea (SL1/SL2) / Deluxe Suite Aurea (SR1) | Upper-tier accommodations in MSC's distinctive Aurea line. There is no dedicated suite lounge, but the Aurea Experience benefits package includes spa, drinks, and priority services. An upper-tier category that existed before the major 2025 refurbishment. | 52 cabins / Decks 9-15 (some forward) | 20–23 m² (215–248 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (can be combined into a double) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| MSC Yacht Club Suites (YC3 Royal Suite / YCT Executive Family / YCP Grand Suite / YC1 Deluxe Suite / YIN Interior Suite) | A suite-only enclave with 63 suites, newly created during the extensive October–December 2025 refurbishment at the Palumbo shipyard in Malta. It was the first Yacht Club added to Magnifica, a Musica-class ship that previously had none. Full-service operations (including butler service) are expected to begin with Northern Europe/Baltic Sea cruises in summer 2026. The sole Royal Suite (YC3) is the highest category, with two bedrooms and a terrace with a jacuzzi. | 63 cabins / Decks 12-15 (an enclave on the bow side spanning 5 decks) | 20–50 m² (215–538 ft²) (Estimated) | 2-6 people (varies by suite type) / Primarily king beds; the Royal Suite consists of 2 bedrooms | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.

Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.

## Dining

Checked: 2026-07-03

- Onboard currency: EUR

### Included in the fare (no extra charge)

#### L'Edera Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian, and international cuisine (course menu)
- Hours: Breakfast 7:30-9:00, brunch 8:30-13:30 (sea days), dinner with multiple seatings from 17:00 to approximately 21:15

One of the 780-seat main dining rooms, located on Deck 5 and featuring Art Deco-style interiors with wood and brass.

#### Quattro Venti Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian, and international cuisine (course menu)
- Hours: Dinner only, with multiple seatings from 17:00 to approximately 21:15

Another main dining room included in the fare. It has a similar menu to L'Edera and operates with staggered seating.

#### L'Oasi and Sahara Buffet

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Buffet (multinational dishes, pizza, pasta, salads, and grilled foods)
- Hours: Breakfast 6:30-11:00, lunch 12:00-16:00, dinner 18:00-21:30, late night 22:00-2:00 the next day

A large buffet included in the fare, with a snack area open until late at night.

#### Le Gocce Coffee Bar

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Coffee and light snacks
- Hours: All day

A 142-seat coffee bar in the center of Deck 5, playing a wide range of music from Latin to classical.

#### Ice Cream Bar

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Ice cream and chilled sweets

A stand serving ice cream and frozen desserts. Whether items are free or paid varies by source and cannot be confirmed.

#### Room Service

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: In-room delivery

A delivery service to guest cabins. MSC may charge a delivery fee for some snacks.

#### MSC Yacht Club Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Mediterranean and international cuisine (specialty course)
- Hours: Breakfast 7:00-9:30, lunch 12:00-13:30, dinner 17:30-21:00

A restaurant newly established during the 2025 renovation for Yacht Club guests. It is available only to guests staying in Yacht Club suites.

#### The One Bar & Grill

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Grill and casual dining
- Hours: Breakfast 7:00-10:30, lunch 12:00-15:00, afternoon light meals 15:30-16:30

A grill restaurant adjoining the Yacht Club's private sundeck. It is available only to Yacht Club guests.

### Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)

#### Butcher's Cut

- Category: Extra charge
- Cuisine: American steakhouse

An American-style steakhouse newly added during the major renovation from October to December 2025. In addition to various steaks, it also serves roast chicken and fish dishes. As the ship has only recently entered service, pricing information such as the cover charge has not yet been confirmed.

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Various steaks (multiple cuts) | Unknown |
| Slow-roasted chicken | Unknown |
| Wild salmon / halibut | Unknown |

[MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

#### Kaito Sushi Bar

- Category: Extra charge
- Cuisine: Asian (sushi, soups, and teriyaki)

An Asian specialty restaurant also newly established during the 2025 renovation. It appears to be a new venue that effectively succeeds the former multinational Asian specialty restaurant Oriental Plaza Restaurant. Prices have not yet been confirmed because the ship has only recently entered service.

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Sushi assortment | Unknown |
| Soups | Unknown |
| Teriyaki plate | Unknown |

[MSC Magnifica Refurbishment News (Cruise Arabia)](https://cruise-arabia.com/2025/10/29/msc-magnifica-begins-major-refit-to-add-yacht-club-new-dining-and-wellness-venues/) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-03

## Facilities and activities

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Highlights

- La Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto) Pool: A pool on Deck 13 with a retractable glass roof, a bar, and two jacuzzis.
- In a major refit in Malta from October to December 2025, Magnifica, the only Musica-class ship without a Yacht Club, gained the MSC Yacht Club, a suite-only enclave of 63 suites, with a dedicated sundeck, restaurant, and butler service.
- 4D Cinema (Deck 14): An immersive theater where the seats move and effects such as wind are added. A "Virtual World" package is available as a set with bowling and billiards.
- Paid specialty restaurants added in the refurbishment: Butcher's Cut (American steakhouse) and Kaito Sushi Bar (Asian/sushi)

| Facilities | Category | Kind | Scope | Amount | Description | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MSC Aurea Spa | Extra charge | Spa | Adults only: No, For children: No | 50-minute massage from about €149 as a guide (varies by type, in a range equivalent to $120 to $330) (Estimated) | Wellness facility (about 270 square meters) renewed in the major 2025 refurbishment, with a newly added panoramic sauna and Turkish-style hammam (steam bath). Treatments cost extra. | [MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Technogym Fitness Center | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Some group classes are charged (Estimated) | Gym renewed in the 2025 refurbishment with the latest Technogym equipment. Free to use, but some group classes are paid. | [MSC Magnifica Refurbishment News (Cruise Arabia)](https://cruise-arabia.com/2025/10/29/msc-magnifica-begins-major-refit-to-add-yacht-club-new-dining-and-wellness-venues/) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-03 |
| Gentleman's Barber | Extra charge | Other | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Barbershop newly added in the 2025 refurbishment. Paid services. | [MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| MSC Yacht Club Private Sundeck & Top Sail Lounge | Included | Other | Adults only: No, For children: No | For Yacht Club guests only (included in the fare) (Estimated) | A suite-only enclave added in the 2025 refurbishment, spanning Decks 12 to 15. It has a sundeck with a private pool, bar and grill restaurant, and 24-hour butler/concierge service. | [MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| La Grotta Azzurra Covered Pool | Included | Pool | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Retractable glass-roof pool on Deck 13 with a bar and two jacuzzis, usable in any weather | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Outdoor Pools & Jacuzzis | Included | Pool | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Two outdoor pools and eight jacuzzis, three pools including La Grotta Azzurra | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Kids' Waterslide & Splash Area | Included | Waterslides | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Unknown | Small water slide and toddler pool in the outdoor kids area on Deck 14; a small-scale facility rather than a large water park | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| 4D Cinema | Extra charge | Cinema | Adults only: No, For children: No | Charged per screening. A "Virtual World" package bundled with bowling and other activities is available (Estimated) | An immersive theater on Deck 14 with moving seats. It screens a selection from about 6 titles, with special effects such as wind. | [4D Cinema photos page (CruiseDeckPlans)](https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/ships/shiptour.php?r=2783) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-03 |
| Bowling Alley (in T32 Disco) | Extra charge | Arcade | Adults only: No, For children: No | Can be used together with the 4D cinema and billiards through the "Virtual World" package (Estimated) | Two-lane bowling alley inside the T32 nightclub on Deck 14, open during the daytime. | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Atlantic City Casino | Extra charge | Casino | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | A casino on Deck 7. Slots open from around 10:00, and table games (poker, blackjack, roulette, etc.) from around 14:00. | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Main Theatre | Included | Theater | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Broadway-style theater with a capacity of about 1,200. Free production shows are performed every night. | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Miniclub | Included | Kids | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Unknown | Free kids club for ages 3-6 on Deck 14, themed as an underwater world with submarine and octopus objects. | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Juniors Club (7-11) / Young Club & Teens Club (12-17) | Included | Kids | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Unknown | A Juniors Club for ages 7 to 11, and a dedicated teen area (Deck 14) that splits ages 12 to 17 into 2 groups (ages 12 to 14 and ages 15 to 17). Both are free of charge. | [Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified) |
| Library | Included | Library | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A small library with 15 seats on Deck 7. It lends books in multiple languages and board games. | [Deck guide (BeyondCruise)](https://beyondcruise.com/guides/msc-magnifica-deck-guide) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-03 |
| Shops (MSC Logo Shop, etc.) | Extra charge | Shop | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Shopping areas centered around the atrium | [Deck guide (BeyondCruise)](https://beyondcruise.com/guides/msc-magnifica-deck-guide) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-03 |

## Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Children and families

- Kids' Waterslide & Splash Area — Small water slide and toddler pool in the outdoor kids area on Deck 14; a small-scale facility rather than a large water park
- Miniclub — Free kids club for ages 3-6 on Deck 14, themed as an underwater world with submarine and octopus objects.
- Juniors Club (7-11) / Young Club & Teens Club (12-17) — A Juniors Club for ages 7 to 11, and a dedicated teen area (Deck 14) that splits ages 12 to 17 into 2 groups (ages 12 to 14 and ages 15 to 17). Both are free of charge.

### Adults-only areas

- Atlantic City Casino — A casino on Deck 7. Slots open from around 10:00, and table games (poker, blackjack, roulette, etc.) from around 14:00.

### Practical information (line-wide)

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Onboard currency | EUR / USD |
| Gratuities | A daily hotel service charge is added automatically to your onboard account. The amount generally cannot be changed, but if you are dissatisfied with the service you can speak to Guest Relations. Prepayment is also available. |
| Payment | Cashless onboard |
| Voltage | Supplies both 110V and 220V. |
| Formal nights | On a 7-night cruise there are about 2 gala nights (elegant nights), usually scheduled on sea days. |
| Medical facilities | Every ship has a medical center with resident doctors, and emergency care is also available outside opening hours. Consultations and treatment are charged. |
| Bringing items onboard | Bringing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board is not allowed in principle. Alcohol purchased at ports of call is held at boarding and returned on disembarkation, which is strict even compared with other lines. |
| Mobile and connectivity | Mobile phone calls, SMS and data can also be used at sea, but maritime roaming charges tend to be expensive, and using a Wi-Fi package is recommended. |

- Japanese support: Staff: No / Menus: Partial / Announcements: No

Checked: 2026-07-03

- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/2026/04/msc-cruises-raises-daily-gratuity-rate-as-americans-blast-tipping-culture)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/service-charges)
- [cruisediscover.com](https://cruisediscover.com/what-plugs-are-used-on-msc-cruise-ships/)
- [msccruisefan.com](https://msccruisefan.com/msc-cruise-drink-packages/can-you-bring-your-own-drinks-on-msc-cruises-the-real-rules-and-a-few-surprises/)
- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/msc/msc-cruises-wifi-and-internet-onboard)
- [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/int/manage-booking/before-you-go/laundry)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/web-check-in-faqs)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/msc-cruises-formal-nights/)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/do-msc-cruises-include-meals/)

## Itineraries on this ship

### [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-7n-copenhagen)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: Jun–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09
- Itinerary: 4 itineraries
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Copenhagen → Copenhagen
- Port: Copenhagen › Warnemunde › Stockholm › +3 › Copenhagen
- Cruise type: Round trip / 7
- Amount: From $750.00
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-10-09

### [10-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Genoa](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-genoa)

- Region: Mediterranean
- Itinerary: Oct 2026 – Dec 2027
- Departure months: 2026-10, 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-11, 2027-12
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 10 nights
- Departure / arrival: Genoa → Genoa
- Port: Genoa › Marseille › Barcelona › +5 › Genoa
- Cruise type: Round trip / 9
- Amount: From $1,282.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-07-22

### [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Marseille to Warnemunde](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-marseille-to-warnemunde)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: May 2027
- Departure months: 2027-05
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 10 nights
- Departure / arrival: Marseille → Warnemunde
- Port: Marseille › Tarragona › A Coruna › +3 › Warnemunde
- Cruise type: One way / 7
- Amount: From $1,049.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-10-09

### [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-copenhagen)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: May–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-05, 2027-09
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 10 nights
- Departure / arrival: Copenhagen → Copenhagen
- Port: Copenhagen › Warnemunde › Gdynia › +5 › Copenhagen
- Cruise type: Round trip / 9
- Amount: From $805.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-10-09

### [34-Night Ocean Crossings & World Voyages Cruise from Valparaiso to Sydney (Australia)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-34n-valparaiso-to-sydney-australia)

- Region: Ocean Crossings & World Voyages
- Itinerary: Feb 2027
- Departure months: 2027-02
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 34 nights
- Departure / arrival: Valparaiso → Sydney (Australia)
- Port: Valparaiso › Valparaiso › Hanga Roa › +8 › Sydney (Australia)
- Cruise type: One way / 12
- Amount: Unknown
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-10-09

## What is included and what costs extra

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Included in the fare / extra

| Item | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Meals (main restaurants) | Included |
| Alcohol | Extra charge |
| Gratuities | Extra charge |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge |
| Specialty dining | Extra charge |
| Shore excursions | Extra charge |

Main dining and buffet meals at L'Edera and Quattro Venti are included. Drinks, Wi-Fi, service charges (automatic gratuities), and paid specialty restaurants require separate payment or a package purchase. With MSC Yacht Club, the plan includes dedicated dining, drinks, tips, and more.

### Onboard costs (original currency)

- Onboard currency: EUR

| Item | Category | Amount |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drinks (one beer) | Extra charge | Unknown |
| Drink package | Extra charge | Easy Package: about €45-50/day; Premium Package: about €87/day; Beverage Only: about €15/day; Non-Alcoholic: about €29/day. Purchases after boarding cost more, and ships priced in euros include a 15% service charge in the package price. (Estimated) |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge | Social from €3.90/day; Browse/Surfer from €9.90/day; Streamer from €19.90/day (approximate prices when purchased in advance). (Estimated) |
| Gratuities (automatic service charge) | Extra charge | €12.00/person/day for standard cabins; Yacht Club: €16.00/person/day (Estimated) |
| Spa (60 minutes) | Extra charge | From €149 (a guide for a 50-minute lava stone massage) (Estimated) |
| Laundry | Extra charge | Packages are available (up to 20 items for €30, up to 40 items for €50 per cruise), and individual-item finishing can also be chosen (from handkerchiefs at €1.70 to evening dresses at €13, etc.). (Estimated) |
| Shore excursions | Unknown | Shore excursions are optional and cost extra. In addition to Mediterranean itineraries, 2026 offerings include a world cruise of about 127 days and, in summer, Northern Europe and Baltic Sea cruises departing from and returning to Warnemunde, Germany. (Estimated) |

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Checked: 2026-07-03

- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/2026/04/msc-cruises-raises-daily-gratuity-rate-as-americans-blast-tipping-culture)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/service-charges)
- [cruisediscover.com](https://cruisediscover.com/what-plugs-are-used-on-msc-cruise-ships/)
- [msccruisefan.com](https://msccruisefan.com/msc-cruise-drink-packages/can-you-bring-your-own-drinks-on-msc-cruises-the-real-rules-and-a-few-surprises/)
- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/msc/msc-cruises-wifi-and-internet-onboard)
- [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/int/manage-booking/before-you-go/laundry)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/web-check-in-faqs)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/msc-cruises-formal-nights/)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/do-msc-cruises-include-meals/)

## Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Boarding and logistics

- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Civitavecchia (Rome; major departure and arrival port for Mediterranean and around-the-world cruises), Genoa/Marseille/Barcelona (other departure and arrival ports for around-the-world cruises), Warnemünde (Germany; home port for Northern Europe and Baltic Sea cruises in summer 2026)
- Departure ports: Civitavecchia, Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Warnemünde

### Atmosphere and guests

- All ages
- The final Musica-class ship, launched in 2010. Although its older design long lacked a Yacht Club, a major refurbishment in Malta from October to December 2025 added a 63-room Yacht Club, Butcher's Cut, Kaito Sushi Bar, and a refreshed Aurea Spa. Classic Italian interiors, including the Art Deco-style L'Edera, coexist with the new areas, giving the ship a transitional character. Full-service Yacht Club operations will begin in earnest in summer 2026.
- Mainly operates Mediterranean cruises from Civitavecchia and similar ports, along with around-the-world cruises of about 130 days. In summer 2026, it will also operate Northern Europe and Baltic Sea cruises from Warnemünde, Germany. The clientele is multinational and mainly European, with support from travelers who prefer a classic atmosphere.

[Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified)

[Check the official page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica) (Unverified) / Checked: none (unverified)

Not an LNG-powered ship. Wellness facilities and other areas were renewed in a 2025 refit, but no sources for detailed environmental technology (exhaust-gas treatment, fuel-efficiency measures, etc.) could be confirmed.

## Links

### Official

- [Official ship page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica)

### Cabins, dining, facilities and ship details

- [MSC Magnifica refurbishment news (Cruise Hive)](https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477)
- [MSC Magnifica Refurbishment News (Cruise Arabia)](https://cruise-arabia.com/2025/10/29/msc-magnifica-begins-major-refit-to-add-yacht-club-new-dining-and-wellness-venues/)
- [Deck guide (BeyondCruise)](https://beyondcruise.com/guides/msc-magnifica-deck-guide)
- [4D Cinema photos page (CruiseDeckPlans)](https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/ships/shiptour.php?r=2783)

### Boarding notes and videos

- [ameblo.jp](https://ameblo.jp/amiamiami1974/entry-12604388199.html)
- [A test cruise on the MSC Magnifica](https://www.omnibus-mi.us/2024/05/)
- [MSC MAGNIFICA REVIEW: THE ULTIMATE GRAND VOYAGE REVIEW 2024 - Karla Types](https://karlatypes.com/msc-magnifica-cruise-review-2024/)
- [Cruisen met de MSC Magnifica - mijn ervaring](https://www.worldwife.nl/cruisen-met-de-msc-magnifica/)

### External sites and sources

- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P458)
- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P289)
- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P729)
- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P1093)
- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P2043)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MSC_Magnifica)
- [msccruisesblog.com](https://www.msccruisesblog.com/blog/dining-guide-magnifica)
- [simplycruises.com](https://simplycruises.com/news/msc-magnifica-yacht-club-upgrade/)
- [specialneedsatsea.com](https://www.specialneedsatsea.com/cruise-accessibility/msc-cruises/msc-magnifica/)
- [cruzely.com](https://www.cruzely.com/msc-gratuities-tips-service-charge-full-guide-to-cost-how-they-work/)
- [cruisemummy.co.uk](https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/msc-drinks-packages-prices-menus-offers/)
- [worldcruiseadvisors.com](https://worldcruiseadvisors.com/msc-2026-world-cruise/)
- [virtual-tours.msccruises.com](https://virtual-tours.msccruises.com/en-gb/Assets/SHIP_MAP_deck%20plan_MAGNIFICA.pdf)
- [cruiseastute.com](https://www.cruiseastute.com/ship.php?feature=dining&ship=MSC+Magnifica)
- [icruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.icruises.jp/area/japan.html)
- [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/int/manage-booking/before-you-go/on-board-payment)
- [cruise-circle.co.uk](https://www.cruise-circle.co.uk/sailings/msc-cruises/msc-magnifica/21-nov-26/7-nights)
- [msccruises.co.za](https://www.msccruises.co.za/-/media/zaf/documents/msc-faq/msc-cruises-faqs-14052026flv.pdf)
- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/2026/04/msc-cruises-raises-daily-gratuity-rate-as-americans-blast-tipping-culture)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/service-charges)
- [cruisediscover.com](https://cruisediscover.com/what-plugs-are-used-on-msc-cruise-ships/)
- [msccruisefan.com](https://msccruisefan.com/msc-cruise-drink-packages/can-you-bring-your-own-drinks-on-msc-cruises-the-real-rules-and-a-few-surprises/)
- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/msc/msc-cruises-wifi-and-internet-onboard)
- [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/int/manage-booking/before-you-go/laundry)
- [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/manage-booking/before-you-go/web-check-in-faqs)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/msc-cruises-formal-nights/)
- [emmacruises.com](https://emmacruises.com/do-msc-cruises-include-meals/)
- [View on VesselFinder (IMO 9387085)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9387085)

### Related Cruise Pitta pages

- [See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/msc-magnifica/scale)
- [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-7n-copenhagen)
- [10-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Genoa](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-genoa)
- [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Marseille to Warnemunde](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-marseille-to-warnemunde)
- [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-copenhagen)
- [34-Night Ocean Crossings & World Voyages Cruise from Valparaiso to Sydney (Australia)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-34n-valparaiso-to-sydney-australia)

## Current position (external site)

[View on VesselFinder (IMO 9387085)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9387085)

External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Checked: none (unverified)

## Cruise stories and videos on external sites

4 links

These are articles and videos by other publishers, not Cruise Pitta. Their content is their own and has not been reviewed by us. Links open in a new tab.

| Title | Kind | Language | Disclosure | Site | Sailed | Link checked | Link treatment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [ameblo.jp](https://ameblo.jp/amiamiami1974/entry-12604388199.html) | Personal blog | Japanese | — | ameblo.jp | 2010-05-15 | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [A test cruise on the MSC Magnifica](https://www.omnibus-mi.us/2024/05/) | Personal blog | English | PR / hosted trip disclosed | omnibus-mi.us | 2024-01-12 | Checked: 2026-10-05 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / PR / hosted trip disclosed |
| [MSC MAGNIFICA REVIEW: THE ULTIMATE GRAND VOYAGE REVIEW 2024 - Karla Types](https://karlatypes.com/msc-magnifica-cruise-review-2024/) | Personal blog | English | Affiliate links disclosed | karlatypes.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / Affiliate links disclosed |
| [Cruisen met de MSC Magnifica - mijn ervaring](https://www.worldwife.nl/cruisen-met-de-msc-magnifica/) | Personal blog | NL | — | worldwife.nl | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |

English text in preparation.

## About this data

- Ship detail verification: Source unverified

Checked: 2026-07-03

[Official ship page](https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica)

Photo: A Guy Named Nyal / CC BY 2.0 / https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:MSC_Magnifica,_Sint_Maarten.jpg

## Sources

- official: msccruises.com — https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-magnifica
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P458
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P289
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P729
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P1093
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1881854#P2043
- secondary: cruisehive.com — https://www.cruisehive.com/msc-magnifica-returns-with-major-upgrades-after-two%e2%80%91month-refit/195477
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MSC_Magnifica
- secondary: msccruisesblog.com — https://www.msccruisesblog.com/blog/dining-guide-magnifica
- secondary: cruise-arabia.com — https://cruise-arabia.com/2025/10/29/msc-magnifica-begins-major-refit-to-add-yacht-club-new-dining-and-wellness-venues/
- secondary: simplycruises.com — https://simplycruises.com/news/msc-magnifica-yacht-club-upgrade/
- secondary: specialneedsatsea.com — https://www.specialneedsatsea.com/cruise-accessibility/msc-cruises/msc-magnifica/
- secondary: cruzely.com — https://www.cruzely.com/msc-gratuities-tips-service-charge-full-guide-to-cost-how-they-work/
- secondary: cruisemummy.co.uk — https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/msc-drinks-packages-prices-menus-offers/
- secondary: worldcruiseadvisors.com — https://worldcruiseadvisors.com/msc-2026-world-cruise/
- secondary: beyondcruise.com — https://beyondcruise.com/guides/msc-magnifica-deck-guide

Source: Wikipedia “[MSC Magnifica](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MSC_Magnifica)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))