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MSC Orchestra
MSC Orchestra is a MSC Cruises cruise ship of the Musica class, in service since 2007. She measures 92,409 gross tons and carries 2,550 guests with a crew of 987. She sails Mediterranean itineraries.
About MSC Orchestra
MSC Orchestra is the second Musica-class ship, delivered in 2007. At 92,409 gross tons she was built for about 2,550 guests in 1,275 cabins; most inside cabins later received bunk beds, raising her maximum to about 3,200. She sails seven-night Western Mediterranean round trips from Civitavecchia in summer 2026, calling at Genoa, Marseille, Tarragona and Valencia, and stays in the region for winter 2026-27. MSC plans to add its MSC Yacht Club suite area to her and the rest of the Musica class by 2027.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
No deck plans on record for this ship yet.
Where she sails
Home port: Civitavecchia, Italy.
Flying in for your cruise?
MSC Orchestra sails from Civitavecchia, Italy. The airport is Rome Fiumicino (FCO), with 10 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Emirates LoungeFCO Terminal 34.9 ★
- ITA Airways Piazza di Spagna LoungeFCO Terminal 34.9 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (T3)FCO Terminal 34.9 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra is operated by MSC Cruises and belongs to its Musica class.
How big is MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra measures 92,409 gross tons and 294 metres in length, with 13 decks.
How crowded does MSC Orchestra feel?
MSC Orchestra has a passenger space ratio of 36.2: 92,409 gross tons for 2,550 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so MSC Orchestra feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does MSC Orchestra carry?
MSC Orchestra carries 2,550 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 987 (about 2.6 guests per crew member).
When did MSC Orchestra enter service?
MSC Orchestra entered service in 2007.
Where does MSC Orchestra sail?
MSC Orchestra sails Mediterranean itineraries. Her home port is Civitavecchia, Italy.
Which airport should I fly into for MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra sails from Civitavecchia, Italy. Fly into Rome Fiumicino (FCO), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
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