October 9, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valletta
From
$1,077
Price / day
$154
Adora Magic City|MSC Splendida
Adora Magic City vs MSC Splendida
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Adora Magic City
Adora Cruises
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Splendida
31.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Adora Magic City vs MSC Splendida: Quick Comparison
MSC Splendida is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 137,936 GT. Adora Magic City also carries 883 more passengers. MSC Splendida has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Adora Magic City | MSC Splendida |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | — | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,500 GT | 137,936 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,246 | 4,363 |
| Space per Passenger | 25.8 GT | 31.6 GT |
| Length | 323.6 m | 333 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | 1,682 |
Key Differences: Adora Magic City vs MSC Splendida
Size
At 137,936 GT, MSC Splendida is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Adora Magic City at 135,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
Adora Magic City carries up to 5,246 passengers compared with 4,363 aboard MSC Splendida, a difference of 883 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Splendida offers more space per passenger: 31.6 GT per guest, compared with 25.8 aboard Adora Magic City. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Adora Magic City and MSC Splendida (Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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MSC Splendida
Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Valletta
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Valletta
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Barcelona
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Marseille
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Livorno
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Palermo
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026Valletta
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Adora Magic City
MSC Splendida
April 3, 2027
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Rio de Janeiro
From
$1,830
Price / day
$122
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Adora Magic City
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Splendida
Average
$138 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Adora Magic City if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Choose MSC Splendida if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Valletta and Rio de Janeiro works for your plans.
Adora Magic City vs MSC Splendida: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
MSC Splendida
137,936 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Build year is not available for both ships.
- MSC Splendida is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Adora Magic City carries 883 more passengers.
- MSC Splendida offers more space per passenger (31.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Adora Magic City or MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 137,936 GT compared with Adora Magic City at 135,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Adora Magic City has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,246, compared with 4,363 for MSC Splendida.
Which ship is more spacious, Adora Magic City or MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida has the higher passenger space ratio at 31.6 GT per passenger, versus 25.8 for Adora Magic City. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does MSC Splendida sail?
The upcoming MSC Splendida sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Valletta and Rio de Janeiro.
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