October 28, 2026
16-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$761
Price / day
$48
MSC Grandiosa|MSC Seaview
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Seaview
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC Grandiosa
Built in 2019
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Grandiosa
$50 / day
$267 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MSC Seaview
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Seaview: Quick Comparison
MSC Grandiosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 1 year newer than MSC Seaview, which entered service in 2018. MSC Grandiosa is approximately 18% larger by gross tonnage at 181,541 GT. MSC Grandiosa also carries 1,255 more passengers. MSC Seaview has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. 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 Seaview |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 2018 |
| Gross Tonnage | 181,541 GT | 153,516 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,334 | 5,079 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.7 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 331 m | 323 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 2,421 | 2,026 |
Key Differences: MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Seaview
Age
MSC Grandiosa was built in 2019, making it 1 year newer than MSC Seaview, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 181,541 GT, MSC Grandiosa is approximately 18% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Seaview at 153,516 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Grandiosa carries up to 6,334 passengers compared with 5,079 aboard MSC Seaview, a difference of 1,255 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Seaview offers more space per passenger: 30.2 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 Seaview (Mediterranean) 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 Seaview
Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 24, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 25, 2026Marseille
- Day 3 · Sep 26, 2026Genoa
- Day 4 · Sep 27, 2026Civitavecchia
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 Seaview
September 24, 2026
3-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$419
Price / day
$140
September 24, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$3,457
Price / day
$494
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Grandiosa
Average
$50 / day
VS
MSC Seaview
Average
$317 / day
MSC Grandiosa has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$50/day vs $317/day
About $267 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 newer ship.
- 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 Seaview 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 Mediterranean.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Grandiosa.
MSC Grandiosa vs MSC Seaview: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Grandiosa
Built in 2019
1 year newer
Bigger
MSC Grandiosa
181,541 GT
18% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Grandiosa
$50 / day
About $267 less per day
- MSC Grandiosa is 1 year newer.
- MSC Grandiosa is 18% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Grandiosa carries 1,255 more passengers.
- MSC Seaview offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Seaview?
MSC Grandiosa is newer. It was built in 2019, while MSC Seaview was built in 2018, making MSC Grandiosa 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Seaview?
MSC Grandiosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 181,541 GT compared with MSC Seaview at 153,516 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Grandiosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,334, compared with 5,079 for MSC Seaview.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Grandiosa or MSC Seaview?
MSC Seaview has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 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 Seaview?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Grandiosa has the lower average starting price per day at $50 per day versus $317 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MSC Seaview sail?
The upcoming MSC Seaview sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona.
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