IMO: 9359791
MSC Fantasia
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Fantasia-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 137,936
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,094 / 333.33
- Beam (FT / M)
- 124 / 37.92
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 13 / 18
- Shipyard
- Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
- Registry
- Panama
- Godparent(s)
- Sophia Loren
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $550,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2008
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9359791
- MMSI
- 370648000
- Call Sign
- 3ETR7
- Classification Society
- Bureau Veritas
- Hull / Yard Number
- A33
- Maiden Voyage
- 20 December 2008
- Maximum Draft
- 8.65 m (28.4 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 37.92 m (124.4 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 3,274
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,363
- Total Crew
- 1,370
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.39:1
- Space Ratio
- 42.13
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 4
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 12*
- Waterslides
- 1
- Bars & Lounges
- 18
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 4
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 2
- À la Carte Dining
- 2
- Elevators
- 13*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- Marine fuel (low-sulphur)
- Installed Power
- 71.4 MW (95,749 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 40.4 MW (54,177 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 22.9 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x Wartsila 16V46 + 3x Wartsila 12V46
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 21 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 4
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 5-16
Midship
Decks 5-18
Aft
Decks 5-16
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino delle Palme designated smoking areacasinoLocation: Deck 7Smoking permitted in the designated casino section.
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The Cigar LoungeindoorLocation: Deck 7Cigar smoking permitted in the dedicated lounge.
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Designated open-deck areaoutdoorLocation: Pool deck (one side)Smoking permitted in designated outdoor deck areas only.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,636
ADA Compliant: 43
- Suites
- 107
- Balcony
- 1,141
- Oceanview
- 94
- Inside
- 294
The Apex Suite
MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite
388 SQ FT
The ship's largest accommodation: the MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite of about 388 sq ft with a roughly 172 sq ft balcony on Deck 16, with 24-hour butler service and full Yacht Club privileges including the private Top Sail Lounge and L'Etoile restaurant.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Aurea Suites36
- MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite50
- MSC Yacht Club Grand/Executive/Family19
- MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite2
Balcony
- Premium Balcony500
- Deluxe Balcony (partial view)479
- Balcony Aurea162
Oceanview
- Premium Oceanview94
Inside
- Interior (Deluxe)294
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
Adults & Wellness
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
Staterooms & Service
- Butler Service
- Ship-Within-a-Ship Suite Complex
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
First MSC Yacht Club
fleet first
Fantasia-class lead ship
largest
Formula 1 simulator & 4D cinema
unique
Aqua Park
top-deck attraction
I Tropici pool
top-deck attraction
Lido Catalano adults-only pool
top-deck attraction
Top 18 solarium
top-deck attraction
Formula 1 simulator
top-deck attraction
MSC Arena sports center
top-deck attraction
Teen's Toboga water slide
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- MSC Yacht Club - keycard-access suite complex with butler service (first MSC ship to feature it).
- Full-size Formula 1 racing simulator.
- 4D cinema.
- MSC Aurea Spa with thermal area and Top 18 solarium.
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Il Cerchio d'Oro Restaurantmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 5Grand main restaurant.
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Red Velvet Restaurantmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Intimate main restaurant with Murano glass chandeliers.
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L'Africana BuffetbuffetLocation: Deck 7Complimentary buffet (443 seats).
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Zanzibar Buffet RestaurantbuffetLocation: Deck 14Complimentary buffet (473 seats).
Specialty Dining
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Butcher's CutrestaurantLocation: Deck 7American-style steakhouse.
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La Cantina ToscanarestaurantLocation: Deck 7Tuscan wine-cellar specialty dining.
Exclusive Dining
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L'Etoile RestaurantrestaurantLocation: Deck 1696-seat gourmet restaurant exclusive to MSC Yacht Club guests.
À la Carte Dining
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Il Cappuccino Coffee BarcafeLocation: Deck 5Italian coffee bar.
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Piazza San GiorgiocafeLocation: Deck 5Stone-piazza espresso bar with pastries and gelato.
Bars & Nightlife
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Fantasia BarbarLocation: Deck 5Bar / lounge.
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Casino delle Palme BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar / lounge.
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Le VelebarLocation: Deck 7Bar / lounge.
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Piazza San GiorgiobarLocation: Deck 5Dual cafe/bar.
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Il Transatlantico Piano Barpiano_barLocation: Deck 6Bar / lounge.
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Manhattan BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar / lounge.
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Sports BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar / lounge.
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Il CappuccinobarLocation: Deck 5Dual cafe/bar.
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La Cantina Toscanawine_barLocation: Deck 7Wine bar (also specialty dining).
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L'Insolito LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 7Bar / lounge.
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I Tropici Barpool_barLocation: Deck 14Bar / lounge.
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Bar delle Fontanepool_barLocation: Deck 14Bar / lounge.
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The Glass Barpool_barLocation: Deck 14Bar / lounge.
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MSC Aurea Spa BarbarLocation: Deck 17Bar / lounge.
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Gaudi Barpool_barLocation: Deck 15Bar / lounge.
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Top Sail LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 15Yacht Club exclusive bar/lounge.
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Liquid DisconightclubLocation: Deck 16Bar / lounge.
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The One BarbarLocation: Deck 18Yacht Club exclusive bar/lounge.
Pools & Aquatics
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Aqua Parkwater_parkLocation: Deck 14Family pool with splash features.
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I Tropici PoolpoolLocation: Deck 14Indoor pool with sliding/retractable roof.
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Lido Catalano PoolpoolLocation: Deck 15Adults-only pool area.
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The One PoolpoolLocation: Deck 18MSC Yacht Club exclusive pool.
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Teen's Toboga Water SlidewaterslideLocation: Deck 15Teen-area water slide.
Active Recreation
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Formula 1 SimulatorsimulatorLocation: Deck 7Full-size Formula 1 racing simulator.
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MSC Arena Sports Centersports_courtLocation: Deck 16Sports center: tennis, basketball, mini-golf.
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Jogging Trackjogging_trackLocation: Deck 16Outdoor jogging track.
Entertainment Venues
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Teatro L'AvanguardiatheaterLocation: Deck 6Main show theater.
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Liquid DisconightclubLocation: Deck 16Panoramic disco and nightclub.
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4D CinemacinemaLocation: Deck 74D cinema.
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Il Polo NordloungeLocation: Deck 7Arctic-themed entertainment lounge.
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Galaxy LoungenightclubLocation: Deck 16Music lounge and nightclub.
Casino
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Casino delle PalmecasinoLocation: Deck 7Palm-themed casino.
Spa & Fitness
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MSC Aurea SpaspaLocation: Deck 17Aurea Spa with treatments, sauna and thermal area.
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Thermal Areathermal_suiteLocation: Deck 17Thermal suite and Top 18 solarium.
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GymgymLocation: Deck 17Modern fitness center.
Youth & Teen
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Mini Clubkids_clubLocation: Deck 15Kids' club (Baby/Mini).
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Junior & Teens Clubteen_clubLocation: Deck 15Junior and teens' clubs.
Retail & Shopping
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BoutiquesshopLocation: Deck 6Chic boutiques and duty-free shop.
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Logo ShopshopLocation: Deck 6MSC logo and convenience shop.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Gallery PlazagalleryLocation: Deck 6Art gallery.
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The Cigar Loungecigar_loungeLocation: Deck 7Cigar lounge with smoking permitted.
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LibrarylibraryLocation: Deck 7Library and reading room.
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Piazza San Giorgio AtriumatriumLocation: Deck 5Real-stone piazza atrium.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-29