MSC Poesia deck 6 plan (Dante-Dining-Lounge-Shops-Dining2)
Deck layout and review

Review of MSC Poesia deck 6 (Dante-Dining-Lounge-Shops-Dining2)
Teatro Carlo Felice/Theater (1240 seats, with 2 evening shows - at 7 pm and 8:45 pm, lower level 1 of 2) is the ship’s main theatre and entertainment venue where Costa Cruises’ grand production (Broadway-style and variety) shows and live performances take place. It is a large tiered auditorium designed for evening shows such as musicals, dance performances and other staged entertainment. The show lounge forms the centrepiece of the ship’s live entertainment program, hosting scheduled performances most nights of the cruise.
Poker Room (27 seats) is a dedicated card-game lounge equipped with tables for poker games. It is located among other public amenities on Deck 6 such as bars, lounges, shops, meeting areas and the theatre's entrance, and functions as a social gaming area within the overall entertainment spaces. The room is typically used for casual play rather than large-scale tournaments.
The Zebra Bar Lounge (439 seats, sized 9470 ft2) is a large bar lounge that serves as the ship’s second show lounge, separate from the main Pigalle Lounge. It includes its own full bar and a dance floor and is used for a variety of onboard activities and informal entertainment throughout the cruise. The activities include game events such as trivia and bingo, interactive shows, themed classes like Italian language or dance lessons, and music or audience-participation programs.
Poesia Meeting Room (26 seats, sized 377 ft2) is a designated meeting and small conference facility that can be used for business meetings, presentations or small group gatherings.
Bar dei Poeti Cafe (220 seats) is a specialty coffee bar lounge where passengers can enjoy brand coffees, specialty beverages and light refreshments. It offers a selection of premium coffees, espresso-based drinks, desserts and snacks, with the possibility to purchase coffee packages or individual drinks.
Shore Excursions Desk (booking, information)
The retail venues and the collective Mini Mall area are open during most daytime hours and typically into the evening when the ship is at sea. It provides passengers with opportunities to purchase gifts, beauty products, fashion items and souvenirs while sailing.
- MSC Logo Shop (clothes, accessories, towels, toys, games, etc)
- Duty-Free Shop (alcohol, tobaccos, snacks, electronics)
- Accessories Shop (leather goods and accessories boutique – belts, bags, etc)
- Le Parfum (top brands cosmetics and perfumes)
- L’Angolo Dei Poeti Shop (brand jewelry, sunglasses, watches)
- Place Vendome Boutique (brand fashion clothing)
- Lo Smeraldo Shop (luxury jewelry, accessories, watches)
Bar Smeraldo (45 seats) is a cocktail bar with live music. It is commonly used as a pre-dinner drink spot for refreshing beverages, often accompanied by live musical entertainment in the Atrium/lounge area.
Giada Bar (45 seats) is another bar lounge with live music. It serves a variety of cocktails, mixed drinks, and beverages, often prepared according to current mixology trends and featuring a selection of ingredients chosen for quality. Giada Bar is typically used as a pre-dinner and social gathering space where passengers can relax with a drink and enjoy live music entertainment.
Il Palladio Restaurant (714 seat) is a dinner-only Main Dining Room, with 2 fixed seatings- at 6:15 and 8:45 pm. It is one of the ship’s two main complimentary restaurants, located aft. It is a formal, spacious venue with a rotating menu of Mediterranean and international dishes, including various freshly made options (Italian-inspired courses and other selections) that change daily.
