September 24, 2026
3-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$419
Price / day
$140
MSC Meraviglia|MSC Seaview
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Seaview
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MSC Meraviglia
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Newer Ship
MSC Seaview
Built in 2018
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Seaview
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Seaview: Quick Comparison
MSC Seaview is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 1 year newer than MSC Meraviglia, which entered service in 2017. MSC Meraviglia is approximately 12% larger by gross tonnage at 171,598 GT. MSC Meraviglia also carries 635 more passengers. MSC Seaview has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. 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 Meraviglia | MSC Seaview |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 171,598 GT | 153,516 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,714 | 5,079 |
| Space per Passenger | 30 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 315 m | 323 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 2,214 | 2,026 |
Key Differences: MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Seaview
Age
MSC Seaview was built in 2018, making it 1 year newer than MSC Meraviglia, which was built in 2017.
Size
At 171,598 GT, MSC Meraviglia is approximately 12% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Seaview at 153,516 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Meraviglia carries up to 5,714 passengers compared with 5,079 aboard MSC Seaview, a difference of 635 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Seaview offers more space per passenger: 30.2 GT per guest, compared with 30 aboard MSC Meraviglia. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Meraviglia and MSC Seaview (Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
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 Meraviglia
MSC Seaview
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 Meraviglia
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Seaview
Average
$317 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Meraviglia if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Seaview.
Choose MSC Seaview if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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.
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Seaview: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Seaview
Built in 2018
1 year newer
Bigger
MSC Meraviglia
171,598 GT
12% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Seaview is 1 year newer.
- MSC Meraviglia is 12% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Meraviglia carries 635 more passengers.
- MSC Seaview offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Meraviglia or MSC Seaview?
MSC Seaview is newer. It was built in 2018, while MSC Meraviglia was built in 2017, making MSC Seaview 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Meraviglia or MSC Seaview?
MSC Meraviglia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 171,598 GT compared with MSC Seaview at 153,516 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Meraviglia has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,714, compared with 5,079 for MSC Seaview.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Meraviglia or MSC Seaview?
MSC Seaview has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 GT per passenger, versus 30 for MSC Meraviglia. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does MSC Seaview sail?
The upcoming MSC Seaview sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona.
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