October 28, 2026
16-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$761
Price / day
$48
MSC Grandiosa|MSC Bellissima
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Bellissima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Grandiosa
$50 / day
$70 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MSC Bellissima
30 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Bellissima: Quick Comparison
MSC Grandiosa and MSC Bellissima both entered service in 2019. MSC Grandiosa is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage at 181,541 GT. MSC Grandiosa also carries 620 more passengers. MSC Bellissima has upcoming sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MSC Grandiosa 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 | MSC Grandiosa | MSC Bellissima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | 181,541 GT | 171,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,334 | 5,714 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.7 GT | 30 GT |
| Length | 332 m | 315 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Bellissima
Age
MSC Grandiosa and MSC Bellissima were both built in 2019.
Size
At 181,541 GT, MSC Grandiosa is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Grandiosa carries up to 6,334 passengers compared with 5,714 aboard MSC Bellissima, a difference of 620 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger: 30 GT per guest, compared with 28.7 aboard MSC Grandiosa. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Grandiosa and MSC Bellissima (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Grandiosa has the lower average starting price per day at $50 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Grandiosa
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 16
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 28, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Oct 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 30, 2026Palma de Mallorca
- Day 4 · Oct 31, 2026Barcelona
- Day 5 · Nov 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Nov 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Nov 3, 2026Funchal
- Day 8 · Nov 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Nov 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Nov 10, 2026San Juan
- Day 15 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Nov 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 17 · Nov 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MSC Bellissima
Asia
- Departure Port
- Shanghai
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 8, 2026Shanghai
- Day 2 · Sep 9, 2026Gangjeong/Jeju Island
- Day 3 · Sep 10, 2026Busan
- Day 4 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 12, 2026Shanghai
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Grandiosa
October 28, 2026
17-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$874
Price / day
$51
MSC Bellissima
September 8, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
September 16, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Grandiosa
Average
$50 / day
VS
MSC Bellissima
Average
$120 / day
MSC Grandiosa has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$50/day vs $120/day
About $70 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 MSC Grandiosa if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose MSC Bellissima if…
- 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 Asia.
- Departing from Shanghai works for your plans.
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Bellissima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
MSC Grandiosa
181,541 GT
6% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Grandiosa
$50 / day
About $70 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2019.
- MSC Grandiosa is 6% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Grandiosa carries 620 more passengers.
- MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger (30 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Grandiosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 181,541 GT compared with MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Grandiosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,334, compared with 5,714 for MSC Bellissima.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima has the higher passenger space ratio at 30 GT per passenger, versus 28.7 for MSC Grandiosa. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Bellissima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Grandiosa has the lower average starting price per day at $50 per day versus $120 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MSC Bellissima sail?
The upcoming MSC Bellissima sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Shanghai.
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