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Specialty restaurant(s)
Lirica-class specialty dining; exact venue names not confirmed on the press area.
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Lirica class · MSC Cruises
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☎Find the right ship, call nowMSC Opera is part of MSC Cruises's fleet, built to the Lirica class. Below are the verified basics; sailings, itineraries, cabins and the current rate change constantly, one call to a specialist confirms exactly what's open for your dates and the best rate our partners can offer.
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The basics, verified
Ship classLirica
Entered service2004
Guests2,150
Gross tonnage65,591
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250The ship at a glance
MSC Opera is the second Lirica-class ship - a smaller, classic MSC vessel (lengthened in refit) with an intimate feel, Mediterranean-style dining, a theatre, pool decks, the MSC Aurea Spa and a focus on destination-rich itineraries.
Who it's for
Couples and travellers who want a smaller, traditional ship with a relaxed atmosphere; families served by MSC's standard kids clubs. Europe/worldwide-based.
Where & when it sails
Europe/worldwide-based: Mediterranean and seasonal itineraries.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Food & dining
2 places to eat, 1 included in your fare, 1 specialty.
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Main restaurants & buffet
Included dining rooms and a Mediterranean buffet.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Things to do
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Pools & spray park
Pool decks with a children's spray park added in refit.
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MSC Aurea Spa & fitness
Thermal suite, treatments and gym.
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Sports court
Open-deck sports and jogging.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Entertainment & nightlife
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Theatre
Theatre with original production shows.
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Casino & lounges
Casino plus lounges and bars.
Kids, teens & families
Doremiland family programme: Baby Club Chicco, Miniclub/Juniors Club LEGO, Young and Teens clubs.
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Baby Club Chicco
A club for babies and toddlers, designed together with Chicco.
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Mini Club
Play and hands-on activities for young children.
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Juniors Club
A school-age club with LEGO play, games and activities.
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Young & Teens Clubs
Tween and teen clubs with gaming, music and social events.
MSC Cruises's kids clubs run fleet-wide; exact venues and hours for your ship and dates are confirmed on the call.
Districts & zones
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Classic layout
Traditional MSC layout - no MSC Yacht Club on this class.
Decks & layout
Passenger decks13
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