Which place is cheaper, Lisse or Bath?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bath or Lisse?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bath and Lisse can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bath or Lisse?
Bath
Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.
Lisse
Lisse is very much a seasonal destination. During a two month period every spring it becomes one of the Netherlands most popular tourist destinations. In the Bulb Region of South Holland, it is home to the Keukenhof amusement park, which comes to life every spring with millions of flowers coming into full bloom. The spectacular sight attracts over eight hundred thousand visitors every year, all during that two month time period. This sight truly is amazing with rows of colored flowers lighting up the grounds. The flowers cover more than 32 hectares and include tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other spring flowers. Its a wonderful sight for people of all ages, and a wonderful photographic opportunity for anybody in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBath £141Lisse £124
The average daily cost (per person) in Bath is £141, while the average daily cost in Lisse is £124. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Bath and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBath £79Lisse £68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBath £158Lisse £136
Compare Hotels in Bath and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Bath or Lisse? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Bath Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bath £26Lisse £19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath
Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bath to Heathrow Airport private airport transfer: $291
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $161
- Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Bath or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse and Bath change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBath £43Lisse £40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisse
For Lisse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Haarlem's Food-steps: A self-guided Food Tour: $39
- WALKING DINNER HAARLEM | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- Guided Food Tour Haarlem (min. 2 persons) - Many local tastings : $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bath £17Lisse £25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thermal Bath Spa£35
Tours and Activities in Bath
For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours: $20
- Spa Experience with Massage Treatments: $153
- 'Hidden Cotswolds & Dark Age England' tour for 2-8 from Bath: $331
- 'Stonehenge & Secret England' from Bath for 2-8 curious adventurers: $286
- "Luxury Royal Bath Tour: From London in Executive Class": $581
- "Stonehenge & Secret England" Tour for 2-8 guests from Bath: $369
- 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour in Bath with An App: $9.99
- Awesome Bath – Family Walking Tour: $426
- Awesome Family Walking Tour: $217
- 2-Hour Bath Walking Tour of Bridgerton Filming Locations: $254
- Private Walking Tour | Blue Badge Guide, 2h, £200 per group: $254
- Bad of Bath fun Walking Tour of Bath: $23
Tours and Activities in Lisse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lisse.
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem: $28
- 2-Hour Private History and Highlights of Haarlem Walking Tour: $240
- 90 minute Cheese and Wine Cruise through the Canals of Haarlem: $43
- 90 minutes Self-Guided Walking tour and Escape room in Haarlem: $21
- Amsterdam: Private Sightseeing Tour to Keukenhof: $225
- Bloemendaal Highlights: Guided Bike Tour close to Amsterdam: $55
- Cheese, Clogs, Flowers and Windmills Tour: $620
- CuliWalk Haarlem,Historic + Cultural audiotour with a Culinary Twist (selfguided: $49
- Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem: $13
- Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $27
- Escape Experience Haarlem The Escape of Kenau: $31
- From Amsterdam: Private Keukenhof and Tulip Experience Tour: $313
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBath £14Lisse £20
Sample the Local Flavors in Bath
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bath:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisse
Also in Lisse, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Haarlem Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When comparing the travel costs between Bath and Lisse, we can see that Bath is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bath Expensive? and Is Lisse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bath or Lisse?
Bath has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Bath and Lisse, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.