September 2, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$790
Price / day
$99
Carnival Venezia|Carnival Firenze
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Firenze
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Firenze
$132 / day
$5 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Venezia
32 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Firenze: Quick Comparison
Carnival Firenze is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which entered service in 2019. Carnival Venezia is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 135,500 GT. Carnival Venezia has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, while Carnival Firenze has sailings in Baja Mexico. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Firenze 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 Venezia | Carnival Firenze |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,500 GT | 135,156 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,232 | 4,232 |
| Space per Passenger | 32 GT | 31.9 GT |
| Length | 323 m | 321 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Firenze
Age
Carnival Firenze was built in 2020, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 135,500 GT, Carnival Venezia is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Firenze at 135,156 GT.
Passenger space
Carnival Venezia offers more space per passenger: 32 GT per guest, compared with 31.9 aboard Carnival Firenze. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Venezia (Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda) and Carnival Firenze (Baja Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Firenze has the lower average starting price per day at $132 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Venezia
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Manhattan, New York City, NY
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026New York
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Firenze
3-Day Baja Mexico from Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
- Departure Port
- Long Beach
- Region
- Baja Mexico
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Long Beach
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Ensenada
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Long Beach
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Venezia
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bermuda Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$699
Price / day
$175
Carnival Firenze
September 4, 2026
3-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$599
Price / day
$200
September 7, 2026
4-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$252
Price / day
$63
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Venezia
Average
$137 / day
VS
Carnival Firenze
Average
$132 / day
Carnival Firenze has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$132/day vs $137/day
About $5 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 Venezia if…
- 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 Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda.
- Departing from New York works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Firenze.
Choose Carnival Firenze if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Baja Mexico.
- Departing from Long Beach works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Firenze: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Bigger
Carnival Venezia
135,500 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Firenze
$132 / day
About $5 less per day
- Carnival Firenze is 1 year newer.
- Carnival Venezia is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Carnival Venezia offers more space per passenger (32 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Firenze is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Venezia was built in 2019, making Carnival Firenze 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Venezia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 135,500 GT compared with Carnival Firenze at 135,156 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Venezia has the higher passenger space ratio at 32 GT per passenger, versus 31.9 for Carnival Firenze. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Firenze?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Firenze has the lower average starting price per day at $132 per day versus $137 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Venezia sail?
The upcoming Carnival Venezia sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, departing from New York.
Where does Carnival Firenze sail?
The upcoming Carnival Firenze sailings currently listed cover Baja Mexico, departing from Long Beach.
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