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MSC Virtuosa Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

MSC Virtuosa 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
Thu 15 Oct 2026
Sailings in the next year
5
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 Virtuosa

Ship facts

Entered service
2021
Guests
6,334 (maximum)
Crew
1,704
Size
181,541 gross tons
Length
331 m
Pools
4
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: Mini Club / Junior Club / Young Club / Teen Club)

What it has

  • MSC Starship Club bar features Rob, billed as the first humanoid robot bartender at sea.
  • Galleria Virtuosa promenade sits under what MSC calls the longest LED dome at sea, with shops and restaurants.
  • Four pools, among them the Savannah Aquapark water park and the 1,700 sq m Atmosphere Pool area.
  • Carousel Lounge stages original shows Ajedrez and Chronicles; other shows cover ABBA and Michael Jackson hits.
  • Eleven places to eat, among them Indochine for French-influenced Vietnamese cooking.

Places to eat

  • Indochine Restaurant
  • Butcher's Cut
  • Kaito Teppanyaki
  • Kaito Sushi Bar
  • Hola! Tacos & Cantina
  • Marketplace Buffet

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 Virtuosa 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. 3 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sat 24 Oct 2026, with 4 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Thu 15 Oct 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Mon 19 Oct 20264 nights
Mon 19 Oct 2026Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Sat 24 Oct 20265 nights
Sat 24 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Sat 31 Oct 20267 nights
Sat 31 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102—Sat 7 Nov 20267 nights
Sat 7 Nov 2026Busy day: 4 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102———

MSC Virtuosa: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does MSC Virtuosa use in Southampton?

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

What is MSC Virtuosa like?

MSC Starship Club bar features Rob, billed as the first humanoid robot bartender at sea. Galleria Virtuosa promenade sits under what MSC calls the longest LED dome at sea, with shops and restaurants. Four pools, among them the Savannah Aquapark water park and the 1,700 sq m Atmosphere Pool area. Carousel Lounge stages original shows Ajedrez and Chronicles; other shows cover ABBA and Michael Jackson hits.

How many passengers does MSC Virtuosa carry?

MSC Virtuosa carries about 6,334 guests (maximum) and about 1,704 crew.

How big is MSC Virtuosa and when was it built?

MSC Virtuosa is 181,541 gross tons and 331 metres long; it entered service in 2021.

Is MSC Virtuosa good for children?

Yes. MSC Virtuosa 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 Virtuosa?

Places to eat include Indochine Restaurant, Butcher's Cut, Kaito Teppanyaki, Kaito Sushi Bar, Hola! Tacos & Cantina and Marketplace Buffet. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does MSC Virtuosa have?

MSC Virtuosa has 4 pools.

Where can I park for a MSC Virtuosa 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 →