Terminal H (MSC Cruises Terminal)
The MSC Cruises Terminal, officially inaugurated in April 2025, is a state-of-the-art facility located at the Port of Barcelona's Adossat Pier. Designed by the renowned Catalan architecture firm Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, the terminal's exterior features ceramic cladding that pays homage to Barcelona's Gaudi-inspired artistic heritage, with colors inspired by the sea.
Facilities and Features
- Size and Capacity: The terminal spans approximately 11,670 square meters (125,614 square feet).
- Passenger Amenities: It includes a retail area, spacious waiting lounges, and an exclusive VIP lounge to enhance the passenger experience.
- Sustainability Initiatives: The terminal incorporates energy-saving technologies, solar panels, optimized natural light to minimize artificial lighting, and a rainwater collection system for use in toilets and landscaped areas. It has achieved Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. Additionally, shore-to-ship power connectivity is planned to be available by 2027, allowing ships to reduce emissions while docked.
- Cruise Ships Operating from the Terminal: MSC Cruises ships and its luxury brand Explora Journeys depart from this terminal
Distance and Travel Time from T3 Blue Bus Stop:
The MSC Cruises Terminal is situated at Adossat Pier, approximately 4 kilometers from the Columbus Monument, where the T3 Portbus (also known as the Cruise Bus) stops. The T3 Portbus operates between the Columbus Monument and the cruise terminals at Adossat Pier. The bus journey from the Columbus Monument to the MSC Cruises Terminal typically takes around 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Walking this distance would take approximately 40 to 60 minutes.