September 2, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$790
Price / day
$99
Carnival Venezia|Mardi Gras
Carnival Venezia vs Mardi Gras
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Venezia
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
$40 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Venezia vs Mardi Gras: Quick Comparison
Mardi Gras is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which entered service in 2019. Mardi Gras also carries 2,106 more passengers. Carnival Venezia has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, while Mardi Gras has sailings in Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 | Mardi Gras |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,500 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,232 | 6,338 |
| Space per Passenger | 32 GT | — |
| Length | 323 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Venezia vs Mardi Gras
Age
Mardi Gras was built in 2020, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which was built in 2019.
Passenger capacity
Mardi Gras carries up to 6,338 passengers compared with 4,232 aboard Carnival Venezia, a difference of 2,106 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Venezia and Mardi Gras cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 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.
Mardi Gras
7-Day Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Port Canaveral
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
Mardi Gras
September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$680
Price / day
$97
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Venezia
Average
$137 / day
VS
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
Mardi Gras is currently 29% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$97/day vs $137/day
About $40 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Venezia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- 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 Mardi Gras.
Choose Mardi Gras if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Venezia vs Mardi Gras: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
About $40 less per day
- Mardi Gras is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Mardi Gras carries 2,106 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Venezia or Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Venezia was built in 2019, making Mardi Gras 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Mardi Gras has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,338, compared with 4,232 for Carnival Venezia.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Venezia or Mardi Gras?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 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 Mardi Gras sail?
The upcoming Mardi Gras sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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