Royal Caribbean
Grandeur of the Seas
- Cruises
- 27
- From
- $606
Ship comparison
Grandeur of the Seas vs MSC Lirica
MSC Cruises
MSC Lirica
- Cruises
- 36
- From
- $130
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Grandeur of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 1,950 passengers, in service since 1996. MSC Lirica is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 1,984 passengers, in service since 2003.
Choose Grandeur of the Seas if you want a better-rated spa and gym, a more active cruise or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores MSC Lirica for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0), active (7.0 vs 5.0) and family friendly (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose MSC Lirica if you want a lower starting fare or a newer ship: its cruises start from $130 (vs $606) and its maiden voyage was in 2003 (vs 1996).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Grandeur of the Seas | MSC Lirica | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 1996 | 2003 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2012 | — |
| Gross tonnage | 73,817 | 65,591 |
| Passengers | 1,950 | 1,984 |
| Crew | 760 | 700 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 (better) | 2.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 37.9 (better) | 33.1 |
| Decks | 11 | 13 |
| Length | 916 ft | 902 ft |
| Beam | 118 ft | 95 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 24 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 6 / 10 | 7 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 27 | 36 |
| Upcoming sailings | 110 | 249 |
| Cruise lengths | 6 to 10 nights | 2 to 13 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $606 | $130 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Grandeur of the Seas leads on 7 of the ten, MSC Lirica on 0, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Royal Caribbean
Grandeur of the Seas
Sail on Grandeur of the Seas to experience day-to-night innovations designed to accommodate every cruise passenger's taste. Relax in new and remodeled staterooms. Watch family-friendly movies on the 220-square-foot poolside outdoor screen.
Highlights
- Family-friendly movies on the 220-square foot poolside outdoor screen
- Aerial acrobatics as part of the Centrum experience
- Adults-only pool in Solarium
- Gaming in the Vegas-style Casino Royale
Sailing now
27 cruises on sale, from $606.
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MSC Cruises
MSC Lirica
The MSC Lirica offers cozy comfort in a traditional, elegant setting. Her timeless design and ambiance features gleaming marble, plush fabrics and fine artwork. If you are looking for a more casual resort ambiance, decorated in an opulent yet relaxed style, the MSC Lirica cruise ship is your ideal choice.
Highlights
- Catching a Broadway-style show in the 713-seat Broadway Theatre
- Tasting fresh-baked bread from the boulangerie
- Testing your luck at the onboard casino
Sailing now
36 cruises on sale, from $130.
Questions
Grandeur of the Seas or MSC Lirica?
Which is bigger, Grandeur of the Seas or MSC Lirica?
Grandeur of the Seas is bigger at 73,817 gross tons, against 65,591 gross tons for MSC Lirica. Grandeur of the Seas carries 1,950 passengers and MSC Lirica carries 1,984.
Which ship is newer, Grandeur of the Seas or MSC Lirica?
MSC Lirica is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2003 against 1996 for Grandeur of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Grandeur of the Seas, with 37.9 gross tons per passenger against 33.1 on MSC Lirica. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Grandeur of the Seas, with one crew member for every 2.6 passengers against one for every 2.8 on MSC Lirica.
Which is better for families?
Grandeur of the Seas scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10, against 6.0 for MSC Lirica.
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