MSC Lirica is the namesake of her class, carrying 2,679 passengers. Her smaller size allows her to visit charming ports that larger ships cannot access.
Ship Details
Ship Amenities
Pool & Sun Deck
Outdoor pool and generous sun decks perfect for Mediterranean cruising
Restaurants & Bars
Italian-inspired dining and a variety of inviting bars onboard
Entertainment
Live music, theatrical shows and casino entertainment
Spa
MSC Aurea spa with relaxing treatments and wellness facilities
Family & Kids
Kids' club with age-specific activities for younger travelers
What our guests say about the ship
Very good
13 reviews
Cabin
8.8
Crew
9.2
Food
8.7
Entertainment
8.9
Already 835 guests have chosen this ship.
10.0
Our guest
First cruise · 2 adults (40–59), 1 teenager · October 2026The best part: Everything was really great!
10.0
Our guest
First cruise · 2 adults (30–59) · September 2026The best part: We spent a wonderful week on the ship, and looking back we still feel it was the best possible choice for our honeymoon. 😊 We enjoyed every moment, whether we were exploring the ports, having fun at the ship's programmes, or relaxing in our cabin while admiring the endless, beautiful sea from our balcony. 🌊 The crew's exceptional work made the experience even more special. Everyone treated us with a smile, kindly and helpfully, which made us feel really good. We would especially like to highlight the kindness and attentiveness of our two waiters, Mzamo and Liliana. Their genuine interest, helpfulness and always welcome questions made us feel that we were not just guests among many, but that it truly mattered to them that we were having a good time.
Could be better: There was a bit of a mix-up at boarding, because our cabin wasn't ready yet, even though we had priority boarding. It was also inconvenient that although the drinks package we had bought entitled us to unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, the machines only worked at breakfast, and ordering drinks separately took more time than ideal.
8.0
Our guest
Experienced cruiser · 9 adults (30–79), 1 under 6, 1 child · August 2026The best part: The whole thing was good for us, because we had wanted to get here several times before.
Could be better: One of the cabins we booked (and on top of that there was a small child in it) kept getting soaked. On the day before last they gave us another cabin, but in that one the toilet could not be flushed. This did cast a shadow over our trip.
4.0
Our guest
Experienced cruiser · 2 adults (30–59) · July 2026Could be better: We bought the drinks package, but every cocktail and drink in the package was beneath criticism, unacceptable; the fruit juices were often sickly sweet and undrinkable. It's not worth it, nobody should buy it, it contains very poor-quality drinks. There is good quality stuff on the ship too, you're better off ordering and paying for that on the spot, which is what we did. The drinks package was a rip-off, money thrown away!!
10.0
Our guest
First cruise · 2 adults (30–39), 2 children · July 2026The best part: The beaches of Mykonos, and the pools on board that children can enjoy too
8.0
Our guest
Experienced cruiser · 4 adults (20–59) · July 2026The best part: Kotor and Mykonos
Could be better: Renovate the bathrooms, the cabins are too cold, and the plastic cups are cheap
8.0
Our guest
Experienced cruiser · 2 adults (40–59) · July 2026The best part: Doremi Spray Park
Could be better: Bland food, the pizza and pasta for instance
10.0
Our guest
Experienced cruiser · 2 adults (30–39), 1 child · July 2026The best part: The days at sea
10.0
Our guest
First cruise · 4 adults (20–69) · July 2026The best part: Everything was good.
Could be better: The lunch selection could be widened.
10.0
Stephanie, Peter, Mark Louis
First cruise · 2 adults (40–59), 1 teenager · June 2026The best part: For me the most beautiful moments of the trip were arriving into the ports and leaving them again. Seen from the ship, some ports are so lovely it is as though a postcard had come to life. I loved the time at sea too: the fresh sea air, the calm, and sitting on my own balcony with a drink taking in the sight of the endless sea. Those moments made the trip truly unforgettable. I would like to thank the servers at the Ippocampo restaurant for their kindness, their smiles and the excellent service. Particular thanks to one server who took the time to explain the different drinks packages to me. Special thanks also to our cabin steward, Rigoberto, for his kindness, his professionalism and the care with which he looked after our cabin throughout the cruise.
Could be better: Honestly, there wasn't much that bothered me. Given the number of passengers on board, I think the organisation was excellent in every respect. Of course nothing can be perfect. I have just three observations: the 20 euros per person for going ashore at Mykonos seems too high to me, especially as I had thought taxes, fees and gratuities were already included in the price. In Venice it would be more practical if the cruise terminal were in the same place as the ship's berth, or at least closer to it. I would have been glad of more drinking fountains on board with cold water and ice.
Deck Plans
Available cruises
MSC Lirica7 days Mediterranean
Istanbul, Turkey
13 Jan 2027 - 20 Jan 2027
MSC Lirica7 days Mediterranean
Bari, Italy
9 Jan 2027 - 16 Jan 2027
MSC Lirica11 days Mediterranean
Venice, Italy
24 Oct 2026 - 4 Nov 2026
MSC Lirica7 days Mediterranean
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
11 Jan 2027 - 18 Jan 2027
MSC Lirica10 days Mediterranean
Venice, Italy - Split, Croatia
4 Nov 2026 - 14 Nov 2026
MSC Lirica8 days Mediterranean
Venice, Italy - Marseille (Provence), France
14 Nov 2027 - 22 Nov 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
MSC Lirica, as the class namesake, embodies the intimate spirit of the Lirica fleet: its compact size allows visits to smaller, picturesque Mediterranean ports while accommodating 2,679 passengers. It is especially recommended for couples, older travelers, and those new to cruising.
Onboard you will find a pool, spa, casino, live music, and varied dining options. The ship's friendly 2,679-passenger capacity ensures a personal, warm atmosphere throughout your cruise.