MSC Lirica Luxury Cruise Ship: Expert Reviews & Passport Information

MSC Lirica Overview

Length Overall902 Feet (275 meters)
Under Flag ofPanama
Built ByChantiers de l’Atlantique
Width (Beam)105 feet(32 meters)
Tonnage65591 Gross Ton
Year Built2003
The cost to Build at Time$270,000,000
Owner and/or Operated byMediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
Speed in Knots/mph22 knots, 25 mph
Number of Passengers1976 – 2679
Number of Crew1200
Decks13
Decks with Cabins9
Last Refurbishment2015

The MSC Lirica is low and long in appearance. A luxury cruise ship that can carry 1,560 passengers and treat them to an incredible travel experience.

At 59,058 tons, the Lirica is not a huge ship, but it is full to the brim with quality activities that will certainly keep guest entertain for the entirety of their trip.

Staterooms are simple yet classy with plush upholstery, mirror walls, and a cheery brightness.

Lirica Fabulous Amenities

Decks 5 through 7 contain most of the public spaces and feature stops such as the Beverly Hills Bar. A classy bar with live piano music playing all the time. The Lord Nelson’s Pub is another hot spot with its warm atmosphere and a wide selection of drinks. In the bow of the ship is the two-floor Broadway Theatre where guest will be riveted by nightly entertainment.

Guest looking to try their luck at the casino can head to Deck 6 where Le Cabaret show lounge and L’Atmosphére bar. If you are looking for something a little quieter, you will also find the Coffee Corner with beautiful views of the ocean and the ship atrium space.

Traveling can be made more enjoyable with some socializing. The Lirica Lounge encourages guest to get to know each other through audience-participation games held in the evenings.

The MSC Lirica is an excellent family cruise option with well thought out amenity arrangement such as the Blue Club Disco.  A Video game room for kids is right next to the club. So, you can drop the kids off to play some video games while you dance into the night!

Children will also enjoy the Pirati Children’s Playroom. They can do so while the adults enjoy a luxury spa treatment at the MSC Aurea Spa. Come together for a meal at one of four fine restaurants.

Whatever your goal is for your next vacation, the MSC Lirica can give you an amazing experience. It’s been so popular through the years for its ability to offer something to everyone, and if you book a cruise today, you’ll be able to take advantage of some hot seasonal promotions!