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MSC Preziosa Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

MSC Preziosa usually sails from the Horizon Cruise Terminal. Here are its upcoming Southampton dates, departure times where published, and the best parking for that terminal.

Quick answer

Terminal
Horizon Cruise Terminal (Berth 102)
Entrance
Dock Gate 10
Next sailing
Fri 23 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships in
Sailings in the next year
27
Parking from
£97.95 for 7 nights

Terminals can change between sailings. Always check your cruise documents. First time? Read what happens at the terminal.

Best parking for this ship

ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.

The official option for MSC Cruises is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027).

Compare Horizon Terminal parking

About MSC Preziosa

Ship facts

Entered service
2013
Guests
4,345 (maximum)
Crew
1,388
Size
139,072 gross tons
Length
333 m
Pools
4
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: Mini Club / Junior Club / Young Club / Teen Club)

What it has

  • Vertigo, which MSC bills as the longest single-rider waterslide at sea, plus the Doremi Castle kids' aqua park.
  • Classic design touches include a stone-paved piazza, Swarovski crystal staircases and an infinity pool.
  • The MSC Yacht Club is a private enclave with butler service, its own pool, bar and restaurant.
  • Entertainment spans the Platinum Theatre, a 4D cinema, bowling, a Virtual World gaming area and a casino.
  • Four swimming pools, and an MSC Aurea Spa with an open-air solarium.

Places to eat

  • Butcher's Cut
  • Le Palmeraie
  • L'Arabesque Panoramic Restaurant
  • The Golden Lobster
  • Galaxy Kaito
  • Inca Maya

Ship facts from Wikipedia, msccruises.co.uk, msccruises.co.uk, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check MSC Cruises' website before you sail.

Upcoming MSC Preziosa sailings from Southampton

Terminals and departure times come from the port's provisional schedule (published up to Fri 29 Jan 2027); later dates show the usual terminal. Length is worked out from the ship's next Southampton call. 6 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Fri 23 Oct 2026, with 3 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Fri 23 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 30 Oct 20267 nights
Fri 30 Oct 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 6 Nov 20267 nights
Fri 6 Nov 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 13 Nov 20267 nights
Fri 13 Nov 2026Busy day: 3 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 20 Nov 20267 nights
Fri 20 Nov 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 27 Nov 20267 nights
Fri 27 Nov 2026Busy day: 3 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 4 Dec 20267 nights
Fri 4 Dec 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 11 Dec 20267 nights
Fri 11 Dec 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 18 Dec 20267 nights
Fri 18 Dec 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Thu 24 Dec 20266 nights
Thu 24 Dec 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Fri 1 Jan 20278 nights
Fri 1 Jan 2027Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102PMFri 8 Jan 20277 nights
Fri 8 Jan 2027Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102PMFri 15 Jan 20277 nights
Fri 15 Jan 2027Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102PMFri 22 Jan 20277 nights
Fri 22 Jan 2027Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102PMFri 29 Jan 20277 nights
Fri 29 Jan 2027Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102PMFri 5 Feb 20277 nights
Fri 5 Feb 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 12 Feb 20277 nights
Fri 12 Feb 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 19 Feb 20277 nights
Fri 19 Feb 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 26 Feb 20277 nights
Fri 26 Feb 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 5 Mar 20277 nights
Fri 5 Mar 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 12 Mar 20277 nights
Fri 12 Mar 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 19 Mar 20277 nights
Fri 19 Mar 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Horizon Terminal—Fri 26 Mar 20277 nights
Fri 26 Mar 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 2 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 2 Apr 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Horizon Terminal—Fri 9 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 9 Apr 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 16 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 16 Apr 2027Usually Horizon Terminal—Fri 23 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 23 Apr 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Horizon Terminal———

MSC Preziosa: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does MSC Preziosa use in Southampton?

MSC Preziosa usually sails from the Horizon Cruise Terminal (Berth 102, Western Docks, Dock Gate 10).

What is MSC Preziosa like?

Vertigo, which MSC bills as the longest single-rider waterslide at sea, plus the Doremi Castle kids' aqua park. Classic design touches include a stone-paved piazza, Swarovski crystal staircases and an infinity pool. The MSC Yacht Club is a private enclave with butler service, its own pool, bar and restaurant. Entertainment spans the Platinum Theatre, a 4D cinema, bowling, a Virtual World gaming area and a casino.

How many passengers does MSC Preziosa carry?

MSC Preziosa carries about 4,345 guests (maximum) and about 1,388 crew.

How big is MSC Preziosa and when was it built?

MSC Preziosa is 139,072 gross tons and 333 metres long; it entered service in 2013.

Is MSC Preziosa good for children?

Yes. MSC Preziosa has a kids' club (Mini Club / Junior Club / Young Club / Teen Club). Check MSC Cruises' website for age groups and opening times.

What restaurants are on MSC Preziosa?

Places to eat include Butcher's Cut, Le Palmeraie, L'Arabesque Panoramic Restaurant, The Golden Lobster, Galaxy Kaito and Inca Maya. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does MSC Preziosa have?

MSC Preziosa has 4 pools.

What time does MSC Preziosa leave Southampton?

On Fri 1 Jan 2027, MSC Preziosa is scheduled to depart at PM, according to the port's provisional schedule. Your boarding time is on your cruise documents.

Where can I park for a MSC Preziosa cruise?

ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station. The official option for MSC Cruises is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027). Compare Horizon Terminal parking →