Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Firenze
- Cruises
- 46
- From
- $213
Ship comparison
Carnival Firenze vs Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
- Cruises
- 46
- From
- $522
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Carnival Firenze is a mega Carnival Cruise Line ship carrying 4,126 passengers, in service since 2024. Celebrity Constellation is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,038 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Carnival Firenze if you want more of a party, a newer ship or a lower starting fare: it outscores Celebrity Constellation for party (7.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its maiden voyage was in 2024 (vs 2002) and its cruises start from $213 (vs $522).
Choose Celebrity Constellation if you want a better-rated spa and gym, a more romantic trip or more culture: it outscores Carnival Firenze for spa & fitness (10.0 vs 7.0), romantic (8.0 vs 5.0) and cultural (8.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Carnival Firenze | Celebrity Constellation | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Celebrity Cruises |
| Ship size | Mega | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2024 (better) | 2002 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2012 |
| Gross tonnage | 135,156 | 91,000 |
| Passengers | 4,126 | 2,038 |
| Crew | 1,424 | 999 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.9 | 2.0 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 32.8 | 44.7 (better) |
| Decks | 14 | 11 |
| Length | 1,061 ft | 965 ft |
| Beam | 122 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 21 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 46 | 46 |
| Upcoming sailings | 84 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 3–16 nights | 4–16 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $213 (better) | $522 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Carnival Firenze leads on 3 of the ten, Celebrity Constellation on 7.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
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- Dining
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- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Firenze
Carnival Firenze began sailing year-round from Long Beach, Calif., in 2024 with Mexican Riviera cruises packed with fun-filled Italian-themed entertainment and restaurants.
Sailing now
46 cruises on sale, from $213.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Constellation is a ship that appeals to upscale travelers looking for a hip and happening cruise experience.
Highlights
- Specialty dining options include Tuscan Grille, a grill experience at sea.
- Don't miss Cellar Masters, which offers you tastes of wines from around the world.
- Spend that day at the AquaSpa, enjoy the hydropool or get a massage.
- Be active. Use the basketball court, golf simulator or jogging track.
Sailing now
46 cruises on sale, from $522.
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Questions
Carnival Firenze or Celebrity Constellation?
Which is bigger, Carnival Firenze or Celebrity Constellation?
Carnival Firenze is bigger at 135,156 gross tons, against 91,000 gross tons for Celebrity Constellation. Carnival Firenze carries 4,126 passengers and Celebrity Constellation carries 2,038.
Which ship is newer, Carnival Firenze or Celebrity Constellation?
Carnival Firenze is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2002 for Celebrity Constellation.
Which has more space per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with 44.7 gross tons per passenger against 32.8 on Carnival Firenze. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with one crew member for every 2.0 passengers against one for every 2.9 on Carnival Firenze.
Which is better for families?
Carnival Firenze scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 9.0 out of 10, against 7.7 for Celebrity Constellation.
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