If you’re trying to choose the right cabin on MSC Seashore, the deck plans are one of the best tools you can use before booking. Seashore is a large ship with public venues spread across several decks, cabin decks stacked through the middle, and the busiest pool, buffet, family, and Yacht Club areas higher up.
This page is designed to make the deck plans easier to use by showing one deck at a time and giving you a practical breakdown of what you’ll find on each deck.
Use this guide to help understand:
- Which decks have the main dining rooms
- Where the specialty restaurants are located
- Which decks are mostly cabins
- Where the pools, buffet, kids areas, and sports attractions are
- Which areas may matter most when choosing a cabin
MSC Seashore Deck Plans
Deck 4
- Medical Centre
Deck 4 is home to the ship’s Medical Centre. Hopefully, you never need it, but it is good to know where it is before you do.
- Tender Access
Deck 4 may also be used for tender access when the ship visits ports where guests need to take smaller boats ashore. On tender days, this area can get busy as groups are called.
- Ship operations areas
Most of Deck 4 is functional rather than guest-focused. Think medical services, tender logistics, and behind-the-scenes ship operations rather than restaurants, bars, or lounges.
Deck 5 – Torre de Hércules
- Reception – Guest Service
Guest Services is one of the most important practical spots on the ship. This is where you’ll go for account questions, key card problems, cabin issues, onboard billing questions, and general help.
- Seashore Bar
Seashore Bar is a convenient indoor bar near the lower public areas. It works well as a meeting point, a pre-dinner drink stop, or the place someone in your group says they’ll “just wait for a minute” and then somehow already has a cocktail.
- Central Park Restaurant
Central Park Restaurant is one of MSC Seashore’s main dining rooms. If this is your assigned dining room, Deck 5 will become part of your nightly routine.
- The Hub – Photo & Digit@l
The Hub is where you can view and purchase onboard photos, ask about photo packages, and deal with the digital side of your cruise memories.
- Timeless Studio
Timeless Studio is connected to MSC’s more polished portrait-style photo experience. It can be useful if you want family photos or nicer vacation portraits beyond the usual casual snapshots.
- Emotions – Immersive Gallery
This is one of the more visual and experience-based spaces on Deck 5. It adds a little more activity to a deck that is otherwise anchored by Guest Services, dining, and photo areas.
- MSC Future Cruise
This is where you can ask about booking a future MSC sailing while onboard. If you’re already thinking, “Okay, maybe we should do this again,” this is the place MSC wants you to find.
- MSC Foundation
The MSC Foundation area highlights MSC’s charitable and sustainability-focused work. It is worth a quick stop if you like understanding more about the company behind the ship.
- Staterooms
Deck 5 also includes guest cabins. If you book here, you’ll be close to Guest Services and one of the main dining rooms, but you’ll want to check your exact location against nearby public spaces.
Deck 6 – Green Point
- Madison Theater
Madison Theater is the main theater on MSC Seashore and spans Decks 6 and 7. This is where you’ll find many of the ship’s larger evening shows and featured entertainment.
- Tribeca Restaurant
Tribeca Restaurant is one of the ship’s main dining rooms. MSC spreads its main dining room venues across multiple decks, so it is important to check your specific dining assignment once onboard.
- Shine Bar
Shine Bar is located in the atrium area and is a convenient stop for drinks, live music, and people-watching. It is one of those places you may pass constantly without realizing how often you’re using it as a landmark.
- Le Cabaret Rouge
Le Cabaret Rouge spans Decks 6 and 7 and is one of Seashore’s signature lounge and entertainment venues. It has a more dramatic, nightlife-oriented feel than a basic cruise lounge.
- Times Square
Times Square gives this part of the ship a city-inspired indoor gathering space. It is visually fun and also helpful as a navigation point when moving through the public decks.
- Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar
Venchi is dangerous in exactly the way you want a cruise dessert spot to be dangerous. Chocolate, coffee, sweets, and “I was just looking” energy all live here.
- MSC Excursions
The excursions desk is where you can ask about shore excursions, book tours, or make changes to your port plans. If you’re unsure about a port day, this is a good place to get help.
- Shops and boutiques
Deck 6 includes several shopping areas, including duty-free, accessories, perfumes and cosmetics, fine watches, and boutique shopping. It is an easy deck to wander through before or after dinner.
Deck 7 – Nugget Point
- Madison Theater
Deck 7 provides additional access to Madison Theater. For popular shows, arriving early is still a good idea, especially if you want better seating.
- Le Cabaret Rouge
The Deck 7 portion of Le Cabaret Rouge adds to the venue’s two-level entertainment feel. It is one of the areas that gives Seashore more evening personality.
- MSC Signature Casino
MSC Signature Casino is located on Deck 7. It includes the usual cruise casino mix of slots, table games, and “I’ll just play $20” optimism.
- Champagne & Wine Bar
This is a good option for a quieter and more polished drink before or after dinner. It is a nice alternative to the busier bars and nightlife spaces.
- 5th Avenue Restaurant
5th Avenue Restaurant is another main dining room venue. If you are assigned here, you’ll be visiting Deck 7 often for dinner.
- Manhattan Restaurant
Manhattan Restaurant is also part of the main dining room lineup. Since MSC Seashore has multiple main dining rooms, always check your assigned restaurant instead of assuming dinner is in one central location.
- Boulevard du Cabaret
Boulevard du Cabaret connects into the ship’s entertainment and nightlife flow. This area is especially useful to know in the evening when Decks 6 and 7 get busier.
- Watches & Sunglasses
Deck 7 includes additional retail space, including watches and sunglasses. In other words, MSC gives you yet another opportunity to browse when you were technically just walking to dinner.
Deck 8 – Ocean Cay
- Waterfront Promenade
Deck 8 is one of MSC Seashore’s signature decks. The Waterfront Promenade gives the ship more outdoor connection to the ocean, which is one of the big selling points of the Seaside EVO ship design.
- Infinity Pool
The Infinity Pool area is one of the most scenic spots on the ship. It gives you that aft-facing wake view that makes you remember you’re actually at sea and not just inside a very large floating mall with better snacks.
- Infinity Bridge
The Infinity Bridge is a fun photo and walk-over-the-water feature. It is quick, simple, and worth doing at least once.
- Infinity Bar
Infinity Bar is located near the Infinity Pool area, making it a convenient stop for drinks while enjoying the outdoor aft views.
- Infinity Whirlpools
The infinity whirlpools are a relaxing spot with a view, especially when you can catch them at a less crowded time.
- MSC Aurea Spa
MSC Aurea Spa is on Deck 8 and includes the spa reception, thermal area, massage and treatment rooms, salon services, barber shop, nail salon, medi-spa, and spa boutique. This is the “I need a vacation from my vacation” zone.
- MSC Gym powered by Technogym
The fitness center is also on Deck 8. Sea-day mornings can get busy, so if you want a specific machine, earlier or later is usually better.
- Butcher’s Cut
Butcher’s Cut is MSC’s steakhouse-style specialty restaurant. It is a strong pick for a splurge dinner, celebration meal, or one of those nights where you want something a little more elevated.
- Hola! Tacos & Cantina
Hola! Tacos & Cantina is one of the more casual and fun specialty dining options onboard. It is great for groups, families, and anyone who wants something less formal than a steakhouse dinner.
- Kaito Sushi Bar
Kaito Sushi Bar gives you a lighter specialty dining option and a nice change of pace from the buffet and main dining room routine.
- Kaito Teppanyaki
Kaito Teppanyaki is part dinner, part show. It is a good option for groups or families who want a meal that feels more interactive.
- Ocean Cay Restaurant
Ocean Cay Restaurant is MSC’s seafood-focused specialty restaurant. It is a better fit for cruisers looking for a quieter, more refined dinner experience.
- Chef’s Court
Chef’s Court is part of the specialty dining cluster on Deck 8. This area makes Deck 8 one of the ship’s most important dining decks.
- Sports Bar
Sports Bar is a casual venue for drinks, games, and a relaxed atmosphere. It is a good hangout spot when your group wants something easy.
- Brooklyn Café
Brooklyn Café is a casual indoor stop on Deck 8. It is useful for a drink, a break, or a lower-key place to sit between bigger activities.
- Uptown Lounge
Uptown Lounge is a flexible lounge and entertainment space. Depending on the ship schedule, it may host live music, activities, or evening programming.
- Cocktail Bar and The Wine Cellar
Deck 8 has several good drink options, including Cocktail Bar and The Wine Cellar. If you’re doing a specialty dinner night, this is a good deck for a pre-dinner drink.
- Liberty Plaza
Liberty Plaza is one of the public gathering spaces on Deck 8 and a useful landmark while navigating this part of the ship.
- Venchi 1878 Gelato
Venchi Gelato is on Deck 8, which means there is yet another place onboard where your willpower may suffer a heroic defeat.
- Shops and galleries
Deck 8 also includes shopping and gallery spaces, including fashion jewelry, fine jewelry, Iris Galerie, MSC Shop, The Gallery, and MSC Excursions.
Deck 9 – Peggy’s Point
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 9 is primarily a cabin deck. It can be a convenient location because it sits above the lower public venues but still keeps you relatively close to dining, bars, and entertainment.
- Cabin planning note
If you book Deck 9, pay close attention to what is directly below your cabin on Deck 8. Some cabins may sit above public spaces, restaurants, lounges, or outdoor areas.
Deck 10 – Chania
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 10 is mostly accommodations. This can be a good deck if you want to be close to the action without being directly on top of the busiest public spaces.
- Cabin planning note
Deck 10 is a practical middle-lower cabin deck. You’ll still use elevators for the buffet and pool decks, but you won’t feel too far from the main indoor venues below.
Deck 11 – Santa Marta
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 11 is another cabin-heavy deck. These midship accommodation decks are often a good fit for cruisers who want a quieter home base.
- Cabin planning note
For the best chance at a quieter cabin, look for rooms with cabins above and below. It is not the most exciting cabin tip, but it is one of the most useful.
Deck 12 – Start Point
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 12 is primarily guest accommodations. It gives you a nice middle position between the lower dining and entertainment decks and the upper pool and buffet areas.
- Cabin planning note
This can be a good compromise deck if you expect to use both the public indoor decks and the outdoor upper decks often.
Deck 13 – Rotes Kliff
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 13 continues the run of cabin-focused decks. It is high enough to feel closer to the pool and buffet areas, but still separated from the busiest upper-deck venues.
- Cabin planning note
Always check whether your cabin is forward, midship, or aft. On a ship this size, location matters, especially if you are trying to reduce walking or avoid more motion.
Deck 14 – San Juan del Salvamento
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 14 is mostly cabins and puts you closer to the upper public decks. If your cruise routine includes pool time, buffet meals, and outdoor lounging, this location can be convenient.
- Cabin planning note
Because you’re getting closer to the pool and buffet decks above, look carefully at what is directly over your room. Cabins above you are usually a safer bet for quiet.
Deck 15 – Cape Byron
- Staterooms and suites
Deck 15 is largely a cabin deck and sits just below the main buffet and pool activity on Deck 16. That can be very convenient, especially for families or anyone who likes quick access to breakfast and pool time.
- Cabin planning note
Deck 15 is a great example of a convenience-versus-noise tradeoff. Being close to Deck 16 can be handy, but you’ll want to study the deck plan carefully before picking a cabin.
Deck 16 – Boston Light
- Marketplace Buffet & Restaurant
Marketplace Buffet & Restaurant is one of the busiest and most-used venues on MSC Seashore. It is the casual hub for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and those moments when your group cannot agree on anything except “we need food.”
- Jungle Pool Lounge
Jungle Pool Lounge is one of the main pool areas onboard. It offers a more protected pool-deck experience than a fully open outdoor pool, which can be helpful depending on weather and sailing conditions.
- Jungle Pool Beach Bar
Jungle Pool Beach Bar is the convenient drink stop near the Jungle Pool area. Expect it to be popular on sea days.
- Sky Bar
Sky Bar gives you another upper-deck outdoor bar option. It is a useful stop when you want a drink and fresh air without heading to the aft pool area.
- Bridge of Sighs
The Bridge of Sighs is one of Seashore’s elevated viewing features. It is part scenic overlook, part “yes, I know it is safe, but still” moment.
- MSC Yacht Club Concierge Area
The Yacht Club Concierge Area gives Yacht Club guests a private place for assistance without going to the main Guest Services desk.
- Top Sail Lounge
Top Sail Lounge is one of the signature Yacht Club spaces. It offers a quieter, more upscale place to relax, have drinks or snacks, and enjoy the ship away from the bigger crowds.
Deck 18 – Bell Rock
- MSC Yacht Club Restaurant
The private Yacht Club Restaurant is located on Deck 18. This is one of the biggest Yacht Club perks, giving guests a quieter and more exclusive dining experience.
- Long Island Pool
Long Island Pool is one of the main outdoor pool areas on MSC Seashore. It is a key upper-deck gathering spot and a major part of the ship’s resort-style feel.
- Long Island Bar
Long Island Bar supports the pool area and makes it easy to grab a drink without leaving the upper-deck action.
- Jungle Pool Lounge upper area
The Jungle Pool Lounge area spans multiple levels, helping create a more open and dramatic pool-deck environment.
- Hall of Games
Hall of Games is one of the family and entertainment areas onboard. It is a useful spot to know if you are sailing with kids, teens, or anyone who likes arcade-style fun.
- MSC Formula Racer
MSC Formula Racer is one of the ship’s more interactive attractions. It is a fun pick for kids, teens, and adults who suddenly become very serious about lap times.
- Interactive XD Cinema
Interactive XD Cinema is a short, effects-driven attraction that feels more like a mini ride than a standard movie. It is a good quick activity when you want something different.
- VR Rafting and Beat Hero VR
The VR attractions add more high-energy entertainment to Deck 18. These are especially appealing for families and teens, although adults should not pretend they are above it.
- Baby Club, Mini Club, Juniors Club, Young Club, Teen Club, and The Studio
MSC Seashore’s youth and teen spaces are concentrated on Deck 18. If you are cruising with kids or teens, this deck will probably become very familiar.
- Pirates Cove Aquapark access
Pirates Cove Aquapark spans the upper family activity area, with Deck 18 serving as part of the overall waterpark zone.
Deck 19 – Lanterna di Genova
- Pirates Cove Aquapark
Pirates Cove Aquapark continues on Deck 19 and is one of Seashore’s biggest family-friendly features. Expect it to be especially popular on sea days and warm-weather itineraries.
- Adventure Trail
Adventure Trail adds an active, elevated element to the top-deck experience. It is one of the features that makes Seashore feel more like a resort than a traditional cruise ship.
- Horizon Bar
Horizon Bar is an upper-deck outdoor bar with a more relaxed, open-air feel. It is a good place to grab a drink while enjoying the views.
- MSC Aurea Bar
MSC Aurea Bar is connected to the Top 19 area and gives guests in that exclusive sun deck space a convenient bar option.
- Top 19 Exclusive Solarium
Top 19 Exclusive Solarium is a more premium lounging area designed for a quieter sun deck experience than the main public pool areas.
- Jungle Pool Lounge upper area
The Jungle Pool Lounge continues to shape the upper-deck layout. This area helps give Seashore its layered, resort-style pool atmosphere.
Deck 20 – La Jument
- MSC Sports Arena
MSC Sports Arena is the main upper-deck sports area. It is useful for active cruisers, families, and anyone who wants to burn off a little buffet enthusiasm.
- MSC Yacht Club The One Pool
The One Pool is part of the private Yacht Club sun deck experience. It is one of the places where the “ship within a ship” concept really becomes obvious.
- MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Pool
This private outdoor area gives Yacht Club guests their own pool and sun deck space away from the larger public pool decks.
- MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar
The Yacht Club Grill & Bar lets Yacht Club guests enjoy casual food and drinks without leaving the private top-deck area. This is especially useful on sea days when the goal is to move as little as possible and call it luxury.
Final Thoughts on the MSC Seashore Deck Plans
MSC Seashore is designed around ocean views, outdoor spaces, and big resort-style energy. The lower decks are where you’ll find Guest Services, main dining rooms, theater access, lounges, shops, and many of the indoor bars. Deck 8 is one of the most important public decks, with specialty dining, spa, fitness, outdoor promenade space, bars, shops, and the Infinity Pool area.
The middle decks are mostly cabins, which makes them easier to evaluate from a noise perspective. The upper decks are where you’ll find the buffet, pools, aquapark, kids and teen spaces, sports areas, and Yacht Club venues.
For cabin planning, the simple advice still works best:
- Choose a cabin with other cabins above and below when possible.
- Study Deck 8 carefully because it has many public venues and outdoor areas.
- Pick higher decks if you want fast access to the buffet, pools, and family activities.
- Choose midship if you want less walking and potentially less motion.
- Check your dining room assignment once onboard so you know which deck you’ll visit most often at dinner.
MSC Seashore can look overwhelming on paper, but the layout starts to make sense once you understand the pattern: dining and entertainment below, cabins through the middle, pools and family fun above, and Yacht Club tucked into its own premium spaces. After a day or two onboard, you’ll probably stop checking the map constantly. Probably.