September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,839
Price / day
$263
Celebrity Solstice|Celebrity Silhouette
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Silhouette
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Silhouette
Built in 2011
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Solstice
$303 / day
$9 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Silhouette
42.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Silhouette: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Silhouette is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2011, it is 3 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which entered service in 2008. Celebrity Silhouette is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 122,210 GT. Celebrity Solstice has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Celebrity Silhouette has sailings in Canada. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Solstice 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 | Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008 | 2011Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 122,210 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,852 | 2,852 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.7 GT | 42.9 GT |
| Length | 317.2 m | 315 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Silhouette
Age
Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011, making it 3 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 122,210 GT, Celebrity Silhouette is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Solstice at 121,878 GT.
Passenger space
Celebrity Silhouette offers more space per passenger: 42.9 GT per guest, compared with 42.7 aboard Celebrity Solstice. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Solstice (Alaska) and Celebrity Silhouette (Canada) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Solstice has the lower average starting price per day at $303 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Solstice
Alaska Hubbard Glacier
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Hubbard Glacier
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Silhouette
Boston, Maine & Canada
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Rockland
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Saint John
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Sydney
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Quebec City
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Quebec City
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 14, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 11 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 16, 2026Portland
- Day 13 · Sep 17, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Solstice
September 13, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,396
Price / day
$342
Celebrity Silhouette
September 5, 2026
12-Night Canada Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$2,279
Price / day
$190
September 17, 2026
11-Night Canada Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$4,774
Price / day
$434
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Solstice
Average
$303 / day
VS
Celebrity Silhouette
Average
$312 / day
Celebrity Solstice has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$303/day vs $312/day
About $9 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 Celebrity Solstice if…
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver 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 Celebrity Silhouette.
Choose Celebrity Silhouette 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 Canada.
- Departing from Boston works for your plans.
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Silhouette: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Silhouette
Built in 2011
3 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Silhouette
122,210 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Solstice
$303 / day
About $9 less per day
- Celebrity Silhouette is 3 years newer.
- Celebrity Silhouette is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Celebrity Silhouette offers more space per passenger (42.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette is newer. It was built in 2011, while Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008, making Celebrity Silhouette 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 122,210 GT compared with Celebrity Solstice at 121,878 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.9 GT per passenger, versus 42.7 for Celebrity Solstice. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Silhouette?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Solstice has the lower average starting price per day at $303 per day versus $312 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Solstice sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Solstice sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
Where does Celebrity Silhouette sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Silhouette sailings currently listed cover Canada, departing from Boston.
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