Which place is cheaper, Delft or Lake District National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lake District National Park and Delft. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Believe it or not, there are many incredible places to visit in England other than just London! Lake District National Park is definitely one of them. Located in North West England, this area truly captures the beauty of the pristine English outdoors. Of all the national parks in the UK, the Lake District is visited the most, especially during the summer season. The tallest peak and the deepest lake in England are located here, and they are beautiful.
Delft is a wonderful, traditional town in the Netherlands that has historical architecture, numerous canals, bicyclists, and the popular, locally produced blue and white ceramics. The city itself is moderately sized and can easily be explored as a day trip. Alternatively, it's large enough to serve as a base if you wish to explore other parts of the region. Most people head to Amsterdam and then leave the Netherlands, but Delft offers an interesting alternative for those hoping to experience the Dutch culture on a more personal scale.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United Kingdom, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake District National Park is £81, while the average daily cost in Delft is £102. 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 Lake District National Park and Delft in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Lake District National Park or Delft? 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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Also for Lake District National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Delft and Lake District National Park 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.
For Lake District National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
For Delft, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Delft:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake District National Park and Delft, we can see that Delft is more expensive. And not only is Lake District National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lake District National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lake District National Park and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Delft would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Delft than you might in Lake District National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lake District National Park Expensive? and Is Delft Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Delft and Lake District National Park are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Lake District National Park for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Lake District National Park is cooler than Delft. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lake District National Park in July average around 15°C (59°F), and Delft averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Delft. Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Delft during summer. Lake District National Park gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lake District National Park usually receives more rain than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Delft receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Delft and Lake District National Park during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Lake District National Park because of the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Lake District National Park is generally around the same temperature as Delft. Daily temperatures in Lake District National Park average around 10°C (49°F), and Delft fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 69 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 105 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lake District National Park. Lake District National Park usually gets more rain in October than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Delft receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lake District National Park and Delft. The cuisine are the main draw to Lake District National Park this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Delft. It's quite cold in Lake District National Park in the winter. Lake District National Park is much warmer than Delft in the winter. The daily temperature in Lake District National Park averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Delft fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Delft during winter. Lake District National Park gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
Lake District National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Lake District National Park usually receives more rain than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Delft receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Lake District National Park as well as Delft. Many travelers come to Lake District National Park for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Lake District National Park is around the same temperature as Delft. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lake District National Park in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Delft averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 134 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 158 hours of full sun.
Lake District National Park usually gets more rain in April than Delft. Lake District National Park gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Delft receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Lake District National Park | Delft | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
May | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |