October 31, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Genoa
From
$1,170
Price / day
$78
MSC Seaside|MSC Divina
MSC Seaside vs MSC Divina
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC Seaside
Built in 2017
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Divina
32 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Seaside vs MSC Divina: Quick Comparison
MSC Seaside is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 5 years newer than MSC Divina, which entered service in 2012. MSC Seaside is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage at 153,516 GT. MSC Seaside also carries 739 more passengers. 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 Seaside | MSC Divina |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017Newer | 2012 |
| Gross Tonnage | 153,516 GT | 139,072 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,084 | 4,345 |
| Space per Passenger | 30.2 GT | 32 GT |
| Length | 323 m | 333.33 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 2,026 | 1,751 |
Key Differences: MSC Seaside vs MSC Divina
Age
MSC Seaside was built in 2017, making it 5 years newer than MSC Divina, which was built in 2012.
Size
At 153,516 GT, MSC Seaside is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Divina at 139,072 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Seaside carries up to 5,084 passengers compared with 4,345 aboard MSC Divina, a difference of 739 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Divina offers more space per passenger: 32 GT per guest, compared with 30.2 aboard MSC Seaside. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Divina
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Genoa
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 15
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 31, 2026Genoa
- Day 2 · Nov 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Nov 2, 2026Tarragona
- Day 4 · Nov 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Nov 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Nov 5, 2026Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Day 7 · Nov 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Nov 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 12, 2026Salvador
- Day 14 · Nov 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Nov 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Nov 15, 2026Rio de Janeiro
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Seaside
MSC Divina
March 14, 2027
18-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Santos
From
$2,287
Price / day
$127
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Seaside
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Divina
Average
$103 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Seaside 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.
Choose MSC Divina if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- Departing from Genoa and Santos works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Seaside.
MSC Seaside vs MSC Divina: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Seaside
Built in 2017
5 years newer
Bigger
MSC Seaside
153,516 GT
10% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Seaside is 5 years newer.
- MSC Seaside is 10% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Seaside carries 739 more passengers.
- MSC Divina offers more space per passenger (32 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Seaside or MSC Divina?
MSC Seaside is newer. It was built in 2017, while MSC Divina was built in 2012, making MSC Seaside 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Seaside or MSC Divina?
MSC Seaside is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 153,516 GT compared with MSC Divina at 139,072 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Seaside has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,084, compared with 4,345 for MSC Divina.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Seaside or MSC Divina?
MSC Divina has the higher passenger space ratio at 32 GT per passenger, versus 30.2 for MSC Seaside. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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