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Specialty restaurants (part of 10 venues)
Meraviglia-Plus specialty collection along the promenade; exact names not confirmed on the press area.
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Meraviglia-Plus class · MSC Cruises
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☎Find the right ship, call nowMSC Virtuosa is part of MSC Cruises's fleet, built to the Meraviglia-Plus 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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Ship classMeraviglia-Plus
Entered service2021
Guests4,842
Gross tonnage181,541
Every figure here traces to a published source and is re-checked on our normal schedule. Anything we haven't confirmed shows as a gap rather than a guess.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250The ship at a glance
MSC Virtuosa is the second Meraviglia-Plus ship - 19 decks tall, with a 112-metre indoor promenade crowned by a stunning LED sky dome that acts as the social heart of the ship. She carries 10 restaurants, 21 bars and lounges (including the largest shopping area at sea), 5 pools and an aquapark, and made headlines with the MSC Starship Club, home to Rob, the world's first humanoid robotic bartender.
Who it's for
Families wanting a big, tech-forward Mediterranean-style ship, and premium guests seeking the MSC Yacht Club ship-within-a-ship. Distinctly European in styling with standout entertainment.
Where & when it sails
Europe-based: Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Food & dining
2 places to eat, 1 included in your fare, 1 specialty.
🍽️Included
Main restaurants & buffet
Included dining rooms and a large buffet.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Things to do
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Five pools & aquapark
Family pools, water play and sun decks.
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MSC Aurea Spa & fitness
Thermal area, treatments and gym.
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Largest shopping area at sea
Extensive boutique promenade.
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MSC Yacht Club
Private suites, sundeck, lounge and restaurant with butler service.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Entertainment & nightlife
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Carousel Lounge
Purpose-built lounge for Carousel Productions at Sea acrobatic shows (successor to Cirque du Soleil at Sea).
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112-metre promenade & LED sky dome
Social heart of the ship under a full LED dome ceiling.
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MSC Starship Club
Futuristic bar with Rob, the world's first humanoid robotic bartender.
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Theatre & casino
Broadway-style production shows plus a full casino.
Kids, teens & families
Doremiland family programme: Baby Club Chicco, Miniclub/Juniors Club LEGO, Young and Teens clubs, LEGO Experience.
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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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MSC Yacht Club
Private ship-within-a-ship of suites and exclusive amenities.
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Galleria promenade
112-metre indoor social spine under the LED dome.
Decks & layout
Passenger decks19
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