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MSC Sinfonia is named after the rousing symphonies of Europe's great classical composers: from Beethoven's romantic masterpieces to Mozart's lively works, paired with the contemporary tones of Debussy, Tchaikovsky and Brahms. Inspired by these, the MSC…

  • 1,950guests
  • 65,542gross tons
  • 71cruises now
  • $119fares from

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MSC Sinfonia's La Terrazza buffet restaurant offers a casual ambience and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the Mediterranean seascape in.

At a glance

MSC Sinfonia is a large-size cruise ship operated by MSC Cruises, in service since 2002. It carries 1,950 guests and 700 crew (2.8 guests per crew member) at 65,542 gross tons. It ties with 1 other ship as the 24th largest of 25 MSC Cruises ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for family friendly and spa & fitness (8/10) and lowest for cultural (2/10). It is rated 3.5 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 3.5 out of 5 by Berlitz and 4 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 71 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $119 to $2,639. 21 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
3.5 / 5
Berlitz
3.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4 / 5
Guests
1,950
Crew
700
Gross tons
65,542
Decks
12
Length
902 ft
Beam
95 ft
Maiden voyage
2002
Launched
2001
Refurbished
2015
Space ratio
2.8
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.8
Speed (mph)
24
IMO
9210153

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What MSC Sinfonia is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 5.0
  2. Adventure and nature 4.0
  3. Cultural 2.0
  4. Dining 5.8
  5. Entertainment 5.5
  6. Family friendly 8.0
  7. Party 5.0
  8. Romantic 5.0
  9. Spa and fitness 8.0
  10. Staterooms 6.0

Our review

MSC Sinfonia: A symphony of cruise amenities

MSC Sinfonia is named after the rousing symphonies of Europe's great classical composers: from Beethoven's romantic masterpieces to Mozart's lively works, paired with the contemporary tones of Debussy, Tchaikovsky and Brahms. Inspired by these, the MSC Sinfonia cruise ship creates an atmosphere that blends romance, passion and adventure. Stepping aboard MSC Sinfonia, guests travel back in time to ancient Mediterranean cruise destinations such as Venice, Capri and Athens. The ambiance sets the mood with everything from polished woods to fine artwork and a relaxing spa.

With an array of shows, music, discos and casinos, MSC Sinfonia offers a wide variety of sumptuous activities. Savor the great outdoors as you jog around the track or swim laps in one of two pools. MSC Sinfonia also boasts a Virtual Golf Simulator that allows players, especially beginners, to practice their swing while sailing. Other amenities are found in the video games room and Teen Area, as well as the hair salon, beauty center or gym. You can also make it an enriching vacation with Italian lessons at sea. 

Where MSC Sinfonia sails

MSC Sinfonia sails on 7-night Mediterranean itineraries starting in Venice with stops in Kotor, Mykonos and Santorini. During the winter months, the ship also sails out of Buenos Aires with voyages around South America. 

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Dining

MSC Sinfonia offers two main restaurants, Il Galeone and Il Covo, and a buffet restaurant, La Terrazza. Each one boasts a variety of dishes and high-quality foods, from choice Italian meats to fresh fruit. Even the bread is fresh baked on board with the knowledge of the boulangerie. Dishes range from traditional and tasty Mediterranean fare to more refined international recipes. For a quick lunch, choose Caffe del Mare buffet restaurant offering a wide variety of dishes in Italian and international cuisine.

The iconic Sultanahmet Camii, or Blue Mosque, in Istanbul, Turkey.
The iconic Sultanahmet Camii, or Blue Mosque, in Istanbul, Turkey. GoTurkey.com

Entertainment

There are several entertainment programs and facilities offered on board MSC Sinfonia, with its 600-seat Teatro San Carlo, futuristic Pasha Club Disco and San Remo Casino with more than 4,300 square feet of casino gaming and Galaxy Video Games, as well as the video games room.

Bars & lounges

On MSC Sinfonia, guests can choose from eight bars, inspired by different themes. They offer an impressive wine and food selection, thus satisfying even the most sophisticated and demanding palates.

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On board highlights

Dining

Where to eat on MSC Sinfonia

  • Il Galeone
    Il Galeone Mediterranean · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    No additional cost
  • Il Covo
    Il Covo Italian · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    No additional cost

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Inside and out

Dining 1

  • MSC Sinfonia's La Terrazza buffet restaurant offers a casual ambience and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the Mediterranean seascape in.

On board 2

  • The Galaxy video game arcade is just one way to keep kids entertained on an MSC Sinfonia cruise.
  • MSC cruise ships are family friendly, with pools and entertainment areas dedicated to children and teens.

More photos 3

  • The intimate Il Covo Restaurant, toward the rear of the Mozart Deck, is among MSC Sinfonia's dining options.
  • The larger of MSC Sinfonia's main restaurants, Il Galeone is a stylish eatery on the Beethoven Deck.
  • With each deck named for a renowned composer, MSC Sinfonia evokes the artistry of the world's great symphonies.

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