MSC Cruises
MSC Orchestra
- Cruises
- 14
- From
- $125
Ship comparison
MSC Orchestra vs MSC Splendida
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
- Cruises
- 99
- From
- $459
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Orchestra is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,013 passengers, in service since 2007. MSC Splendida is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,274 passengers, in service since 2009.
Choose MSC Orchestra if you want a lower starting fare or better-rated staterooms: it outscores MSC Splendida for staterooms (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $125 (vs $459).
Choose MSC Splendida if you want more space per passenger, better-rated entertainment or more crew per passenger: it outscores MSC Orchestra for entertainment (7.4 vs 6.2) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, it has 42.1 gross tons per passenger (vs 30.7) and it has a crew member for every 2.5 passengers (vs 3.1).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Orchestra | MSC Splendida | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2007 | 2009 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 92,409 | 137,936 |
| Passengers | 3,013 | 3,274 |
| Crew | 987 | 1,332 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.1 | 2.5 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 30.7 | 42.1 (better) |
| Decks | 13 | 18 |
| Length | 964 ft | 1,094 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 125 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 24 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 7 / 10 | 8 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 14 | 99 |
| Upcoming sailings | 224 | 237 |
| Cruise lengths | 2 to 8 nights | 3 to 34 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $125 (better) | $459 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Orchestra leads on 1 of the ten, MSC Splendida on 2, with 7 level.
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MSC Cruises
MSC Orchestra
The second of the Musica-class line of cruise ships, MSC Orchestra offers an inviting blend of design, comfort and safety. Airy open spaces and MSC Cruises' distinctive style make MSC Orchestra a stylish pioneer for the cruise line. The ship offers upscale accommodations, most of which feature private balconies.
Highlights
- Delicious Chinese fare at Shanghai Chinese Restaurant
- Vegas-style gaming at Palm Beach Casino
- Watching movies on the outdoor movie screen
Sailing now
14 cruises on sale, from $125.
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
MSC Splendida, the second in MSC Cruises' Fantasia class of cruise ships, sports cutting-edge technology combined with luxurious features that makes the ship forward-looking while it still draws from the past.
Highlights
- Relaxing in the MSC Aurea Spa
- Live entertainment at the 1,600-seat Strand Theatre
- Worldy cuisines from L'Olivo Restaurant
Sailing now
99 cruises on sale, from $459.
Questions
MSC Orchestra or MSC Splendida?
Which is bigger, MSC Orchestra or MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida is bigger at 137,936 gross tons, against 92,409 gross tons for MSC Orchestra. MSC Orchestra carries 3,013 passengers and MSC Splendida carries 3,274.
Which ship is newer, MSC Orchestra or MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2009 against 2007 for MSC Orchestra.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Splendida, with 42.1 gross tons per passenger against 30.7 on MSC Orchestra. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
MSC Splendida, with one crew member for every 2.5 passengers against one for every 3.1 on MSC Orchestra.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10.
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