October 9, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valletta
From
$1,077
Price / day
$154
MSC Splendida|MSC Seaview
MSC Splendida vs MSC Seaview
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC Seaview
Built in 2018
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Splendida
$138 / day
$179 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MSC Splendida
31.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Splendida vs MSC Seaview: Quick Comparison
MSC Seaview is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 9 years newer than MSC Splendida, which entered service in 2009. MSC Seaview is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 153,516 GT. MSC Seaview also carries 716 more passengers. MSC Splendida has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, while MSC Seaview has sailings in Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MSC Splendida has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 Splendida | MSC Seaview |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 137,936 GT | 153,516 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,363 | 5,079 |
| Space per Passenger | 31.6 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 333 m | 323 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 1,682 | 2,026 |
Key Differences: MSC Splendida vs MSC Seaview
Age
MSC Seaview was built in 2018, making it 9 years newer than MSC Splendida, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 153,516 GT, MSC Seaview is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Splendida at 137,936 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Seaview carries up to 5,079 passengers compared with 4,363 aboard MSC Splendida, a difference of 716 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Splendida offers more space per passenger: 31.6 GT per guest, compared with 30.2 aboard MSC Seaview. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Splendida and MSC Seaview cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Splendida has the lower average starting price per day at $138 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Splendida
Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Valletta
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Valletta
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Barcelona
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Marseille
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Livorno
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Palermo
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026Valletta
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 Splendida
April 3, 2027
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Rio de Janeiro
From
$1,830
Price / day
$122
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 Splendida
Average
$138 / day
VS
MSC Seaview
Average
$317 / day
MSC Splendida is currently 56% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$138/day vs $317/day
About $179 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Splendida 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 Valletta and Rio de Janeiro 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 MSC Seaview.
Choose MSC Seaview 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.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
MSC Splendida vs MSC Seaview: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Seaview
Built in 2018
9 years newer
Bigger
MSC Seaview
153,516 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Splendida
$138 / day
About $179 less per day
- MSC Seaview is 9 years newer.
- MSC Seaview is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Seaview carries 716 more passengers.
- MSC Splendida offers more space per passenger (31.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Splendida or MSC Seaview?
MSC Seaview is newer. It was built in 2018, while MSC Splendida was built in 2009, making MSC Seaview 9 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Splendida or MSC Seaview?
MSC Seaview is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 153,516 GT compared with MSC Splendida at 137,936 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Seaview has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,079, compared with 4,363 for MSC Splendida.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Splendida or MSC Seaview?
MSC Splendida has the higher passenger space ratio at 31.6 GT per passenger, versus 30.2 for MSC Seaview. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MSC Splendida or MSC Seaview?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Splendida has the lower average starting price per day at $138 per day versus $317 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MSC Splendida sail?
The upcoming MSC Splendida sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Valletta and Rio de Janeiro.
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