Queen Mary 2 vs Queen Anne

The legendary ocean liner vs Cunard's newest ship. QM2 is built for the Atlantic crossing; Queen Anne is a modern luxury cruise ship.

Last updated: January 8, 2026

Head-to-Head Comparison

Category	👑 Queen Mary 2	👒 Queen Anne
Gross Tonnage	148,528 GT✓	113,000 GT
Passenger Capacity	2,691 guests	2,996 guests✓
Year Built	2004 (refurb 2016)	2024✓
Transatlantic Crossings	Regular service✓	Occasional
Planetarium	Yes - only at sea✓	No
Kennels	Yes - only ship with✓	No
The Pavilion Wellness	No	Yes✓
Ship Type	Ocean Liner	Cruise Ship

👑Choose Queen Mary 2 if you...

•Transatlantic crossing purists
•Traveling with pets (kennels)
•Want the only true ocean liner
•Planetarium enthusiasts

👒Choose Queen Anne if you...

•Want newest Cunard experience
•Mediterranean/European cruises
•The Pavilion wellness focus
•Prefer modern amenities

💡 The Bottom Line

Queen Mary 2 is irreplaceable for transatlantic crossings and the only ship with kennels and a planetarium. Queen Anne is Cunard's modern luxury flagship with The Pavilion wellness area. Different ships for different purposes.

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