MSC Meraviglia entered service in June 2017 as the first ship of the Meraviglia class. She measures 171,598 gross tons and carries 4,488 guests at double occupancy (5,642 maximum). Her signature space is an indoor promenade under a long LED ceiling that shows changing displays.
She sailed year-round from Brooklyn, New York, from 2023 until April 2026, then shifted to Europe for summer 2026. MSC has announced a Southampton season for summer 2027 and a Miami base for winter 2027, so check the specific sailing for your departure port.
Highlights
LED-domed promenade
An indoor shopping and dining street under a long LED sky ceiling.
Water park
Waterslides and a splash area on the top deck.
Rope course
An outdoor ropes course high on the ship.
MSC Yacht Club
A private suite area with its own restaurant, lounge and pool.
Best for
- Families who want lots of indoor space
- Value-minded travelers
- Travelers who like a European feel
Good to know before you book
- The 15-deck figure counts passenger decks.
- The ropes course and waterslides close in bad weather.
- Her homeport changes by season in 2026-2027, so confirm the departure city on every itinerary.
Where MSC Meraviglia sails
Deployments change by season and year. Recent and announced itineraries include:
Regions: Caribbean, Northern Europe & Baltic
Home ports: Miami
MSC Meraviglia questions
Does MSC Meraviglia still sail from New York?
She sailed year-round from Brooklyn until April 2026, then moved to Europe for summer 2026.
Where will MSC Meraviglia sail in 2027?
MSC has announced a Miami base for winter 2027 and a Southampton season for summer 2027.
How big is MSC Meraviglia?
She measures 171,598 gross tons, is about 1,036 feet long and carries 4,488 guests at double occupancy (5,642 maximum).
Sources and fact-checking (last checked October 14, 2026)
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