Fantasia Class · In service 2008
MSC Fantasia
The first Fantasia ship, in service since 2008, with a real stone piazza at its heart; MSC Yacht Club was born in this class.
MSC Fantasia in numbers
- Guests
- 4,363
- Cabins
- 1,636
- Crew
- 1,370
- Gross tonnage
- 137,936
- Length
- 333m
- Beam
- 37m
- Height
- 67m
- Top speed
- 22knots
Meet the ship
About the ship
MSC Fantasia, in service since 2008, balances warmth, comfort and cutting-edge design. At its heart is a real stone piazza with an espresso bar, freshly baked pastries and artisan gelato, alongside boutiques and duty-free shops.
It carries 4,363 guests in 1,636 cabins.
Itineraries
The Mediterranean in 2026 and in the summers of 2027 and 2028; in winter, the Canary Islands and Madeira. For dates, ports and prices, see “View cruises on this ship”.
Why choose it
Highlights
Futuristic theatre, casino and racing simulator
Tennis, basketball, mini golf and spa
Deck pool and Aquapark for families
Il Polo Nord: a club for babies and children
Fun on board
Entertainment and facilities
Entertainment day and night: Broadway-style shows, casino nights, a 4D cinema and the full-size MSC Formula Racer.
Shows and nightlife
- L’Avanguardia Theatre
- Casino delle Palme
Sport and games
- MSC Formula Racer
- MSC Arena Sports Centre
Family and kids
- Il Polo Nord – Baby & Mini Club
- 4D Cinema
Relaxation and shopping
- Lido Catalano
- Gallery Plaza
Dining
Restaurants
From the grand Il Cerchio d’Oro and the intimate Red Velvet, with Murano glass chandeliers, to the Butcher’s Cut steakhouse and L’Étoile, reserved for MSC Yacht Club.
Il Cerchio d’Oro
Main restaurant
Red Velvet
Main restaurant with Murano chandeliers
La Cantina Toscana
Tuscan tavern
Butcher’s Cut
American steakhouse
L’Étoile
Exclusive to MSC Yacht Club guests
L’Africana
Buffet
Zanzibar
Buffet
Time for a drink
Bars and lounges
Themed lounges with a metropolitan feel: a piano bar, a jazz bar and a sports bar with video games and live sport; MSC Yacht Club guests also have the panoramic Top Sail Lounge.
Il Transatlantico Piano Bar
Manhattan Bar
Sports Bar
Il Cappuccino Coffee Bar
Piazza San Giorgio
The One Bar
Fantasia Bar
Top Sail Lounge
I Tropici
Liquid Disco
Gaudí Bar
Galaxy Lounge
Bar delle Fontane
Aurea Spa Bar
L’Insolito Lounge
La Cantina Toscana
Le Vele
The Cigar Lounge
Casino delle Palme Bar
MSC Yacht Club
MSC Yacht Club
MSC Yacht Club has its own reception and concierge, a 24-hour butler, a private lounge and pool deck and the exclusive L’Étoile restaurant.
24-hour butler and concierge
From priority boarding to tailor-made service.
1 of 4: 24-hour butler and concierge
Where to stay
Cabins and suites
Photos and floor plans from MSC Cruises, for guidance only: size, layout and furniture may vary within the same category.
Same class
Sister ships
The Fantasia Class took guests across the oceans in a whole new style, and MSC Yacht Club, the “ship within a ship”, was born on it. The class is MSC Fantasia (2008), MSC Splendida (2009), MSC Divina (2012) and MSC Preziosa (2013).
Before you book
Frequently asked questions
When did MSC Fantasia enter service?
It entered service in 2008 and is the first Fantasia Class ship.
How big is the ship?
It has a gross tonnage of 137,936, is 333 metres long and 37 metres wide, and has room for 4,363 guests, 1,636 cabins and 1,370 crew members.
Is it a good ship for children?
Yes: Aquapark, Il Polo Nord Baby & Mini Club, a 4D cinema and MSC Formula Racer.
Is food on board extra?
The main restaurants and buffets are included; speciality restaurants such as the steakhouse or sushi bar are usually paid separately or with a dining package, as set out on board.
Fancy sailing on MSC Fantasia?
Check this ship’s departure dates and up-to-date prices, or talk to our advisors to choose your itinerary and cabin.
Information compiled from details published by MSC Cruises (November 2026). Facilities, restaurants and itineraries may change at the cruise line’s discretion.