September 6, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$334
Price / day
$84
Carnival Paradise|Carnival Pride
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Pride
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Pride
Built in 2001
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Paradise
$84 / day
$67 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Pride
41.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Pride: Quick Comparison
Carnival Pride is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2001, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Paradise, which entered service in 1998. Carnival Pride is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 88,500 GT. Carnival Paradise has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas, while Carnival Pride has sailings in Bahamas and Bermuda. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day. 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 | Carnival Paradise | Carnival Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 2001Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 70,367 GT | 88,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,124 | 2,124 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.1 GT | 41.7 GT |
| Length | 260.6 m | 293.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Pride
Age
Carnival Pride was built in 2001, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Paradise, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 88,500 GT, Carnival Pride is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Passenger space
Carnival Pride offers more space per passenger: 41.7 GT per guest, compared with 33.1 aboard Carnival Paradise. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Paradise (Western Caribbean and Bahamas) and Carnival Pride (Bahamas and Bermuda) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day at $84 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Paradise
4-Day Western Caribbean from Tampa, FL
- Departure Port
- Tampa
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Tampa
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Tampa
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Pride
7-Day The Bahamas from Baltimore, MD
- Departure Port
- Baltimore
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Baltimore
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Nassau
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Baltimore
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Paradise
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$330
Price / day
$83
Carnival Pride
September 6, 2026
7-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Baltimore
From
$1,004
Price / day
$143
September 13, 2026
7-Night Bermuda Cruise
Departing from Baltimore
From
$1,103
Price / day
$158
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Paradise
Average
$84 / day
VS
Carnival Pride
Average
$151 / day
Carnival Paradise has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$84/day vs $151/day
About $67 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Paradise if…
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
- Departing from Tampa works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Pride.
Choose Carnival Pride if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas and Bermuda.
- Departing from Baltimore works for your plans.
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Pride: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Pride
Built in 2001
3 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Pride
88,500 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Paradise
$84 / day
About $67 less per day
- Carnival Pride is 3 years newer.
- Carnival Pride is 26% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Carnival Pride offers more space per passenger (41.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride is newer. It was built in 2001, while Carnival Paradise was built in 1998, making Carnival Pride 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 88,500 GT compared with Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.7 GT per passenger, versus 33.1 for Carnival Paradise. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Pride?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day at $84 per day versus $151 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Paradise sail?
The upcoming Carnival Paradise sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Bahamas, departing from Tampa.
Where does Carnival Pride sail?
The upcoming Carnival Pride sailings currently listed cover Bahamas and Bermuda, departing from Baltimore.
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