The MSC Opera can accommodate up to 2,679 passengers at maximum capacity.

 Onboard MSC Opera, your cruise fare generally includes:

• Main Dining Rooms: You'll find multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a changing menu of Mediterranean and international cuisine in elegant main dining rooms like L'Approdo Restaurant and La Caravella Restaurant.
• Buffet Restaurant: The Le Vele Buffet offers an extensive variety of international dishes, salads and more, typically available for extended hours throughout the day.
• Room Service (Continental Breakfast): Continental breakfast options are generally included with room service delivery. Other room service items may incur an additional charge.

MSC Opera focuses on its included dining, but you can expect to pay additional fees for specialty items like:

• Ice Cream and Pastries: While the buffet offers some desserts, dedicated venues or specific items like gourmet ice cream might be extra.
• Specialty Coffee: Premium coffee drinks (e.g., lattes, cappuccinos from dedicated coffee bars) are generally not included in the standard fare.
• Pizzas: While some pizza may be available in the buffet, dedicated pizza stations offering freshly made, higher-quality pizzas sometimes incur an additional charge.

Unlike some larger MSC ships, MSC Opera typically doesn't feature the full array of high-end specialty restaurants (like steakhouses or teppanyaki) that cost extra.

MSC Opera offers a classic range of bars and engaging entertainment:

Bars include: 

• The Aroma Coffee Bar
• Sottovento Pub
• La Cabana Bar
• Piazza di Spagna
• Byblos Disco

Entertainment highlights:

• The Teatro dell'Opera (Broadway-style shows)
• Med Pearl Casino
• A card room and live music throughout the ship
• There's also a spray park and dedicated areas for kids.

Onboard MSC Opera, you can typically make reservations (for shows if applicable, or for any special dining experiences) by:

• Directly at the venue: Simply speak to staff at the theatre entrance or restaurant.
• Guest Services: The Guest Services desk can assist with most reservations.
• In-cabin TV: Some ships allow certain bookings via the interactive TV system in your stateroom.

MSC Opera is an older ship, so it may not have the full suite of "MSC for Me" app features or digital screens found on newer vessels.

Yes, the MSC Opera is family-friendly, featuring:

• Kids' Clubs: Dedicated areas for various age groups (from toddlers to teens).
• Splash Park: A fun outdoor spray park for kids.
• Partnerships: Special areas developed in partnership with LEGO® and Chicco.
• Family-friendly entertainment: Shows and activities suitable for all ages.

MSC's Guest Conduct Policy outlines the standards for respectful behavior, safety, and security to ensure a pleasant and secure environment for everyone on board. It prohibits actions that are disruptive or unsafe, such as throwing objects overboard, and requires all guests to follow the instructions of the crew, especially during safety drills.