MSC Cruises
MSC Lirica
- Cruises
- 37
- From
- $130
Ship comparison
MSC Lirica vs MSC Poesia
MSC Cruises
MSC Poesia
- Cruises
- 47
- From
- $424
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Lirica is a mid-size MSC Cruises ship carrying 1,560 passengers, in service since 2003. MSC Poesia is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 2,550 passengers, in service since 2007.
Choose MSC Lirica if you want a lower starting fare, a more family-friendly ship or more crew per passenger: it outscores MSC Poesia for family friendly (6.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its cruises start from $130 (vs $424) and it has a crew member for every 2.2 passengers (vs 2.6).
Choose MSC Poesia if you want better-rated staterooms, a better-rated spa and gym or a bigger ship: it outscores MSC Lirica for staterooms (8.7 vs 6.0) and spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it carries 2,550 passengers (vs 1,560).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Lirica | MSC Poesia | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2003 | 2007 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 59,058 | 93,300 |
| Passengers | 1,560 | 2,550 |
| Crew | 700 | 987 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 (better) | 2.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 37.9 (better) | 36.6 |
| Decks | 13 | 13 |
| Length | 251 ft | 964 ft |
| Beam | 95 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 24 mph | 26 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 37 | 47 |
| Upcoming sailings | 260 | 110 |
| Cruise lengths | 2–13 nights | 5–29 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $130 (better) | $424 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Lirica leads on 1 of the ten, MSC Poesia on 3, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Lirica
The MSC Lirica offers cozy comfort in a traditional, elegant setting. Her timeless design and ambiance features gleaming marble, plush fabrics and fine artwork. If you are looking for a more casual resort ambiance, decorated in an opulent yet relaxed style, the MSC Lirica cruise ship is your ideal choice.
Highlights
- Catching a Broadway-style show in the 713-seat Broadway Theatre
- Tasting fresh-baked bread from the boulangerie
- Testing your luck at the onboard casino
Sailing now
37 cruises on sale, from $130.
MSC Cruises
MSC Poesia
Poetry is like the sea, lulling with gentle swells and stirring the emotions. Just as poetry brings pleasure, MSC Poesia from MSC Cruises introduces a new dimension of enjoyment on the high seas with all the eloquence of a finely crafted poem.
Highlights
- Find inner peace, or at least fruitful contemplation in the onboard Zen garden
- 16 bars, 4 jacuzzis and a giant state of the art theater!
- MSC Poesia is an eco-friendly ship dedicated to creating a green and natural ambiance on board with waterfalls, bridges, gardens and plenty of balcony space to view the stars and the horizon.
Sailing now
47 cruises on sale, from $424.
Questions
MSC Lirica or MSC Poesia?
Which is bigger, MSC Lirica or MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia is bigger at 93,300 gross tons, against 59,058 gross tons for MSC Lirica. MSC Lirica carries 1,560 passengers and MSC Poesia carries 2,550.
Which ship is newer, MSC Lirica or MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2007 against 2003 for MSC Lirica.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Lirica, with 37.9 gross tons per passenger against 36.6 on MSC Poesia. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
MSC Lirica, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers against one for every 2.6 on MSC Poesia.
Which is better for families?
MSC Lirica scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10, against 4.0 for MSC Poesia.
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