Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Lake District National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lake District National Park or Leiden?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lake District National Park and Leiden. 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.
Where Should I go: Lake District National Park or Leiden?
Lake District National Park
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.
Leiden
Leiden is a city in the province of South Holland. It is south of the Netherlands capital, Amsterdam, and has a population of about 190,000. It is known for its university, museums, markets, and of course, canals. Leiden University is the oldest university in the Netherlands and is a sister school of Oxford, which is England's oldest university.
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 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLake District National Park £81Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake District National Park is £81, while the average daily cost in Leiden is £114. 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 Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLake District National Park £39Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLake District National Park £78Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Lake District National Park and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Lake District National Park or Leiden? 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: Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lake District National Park £33Leiden £22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lake District National Park
Also for Lake District National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lake District Ski Club to Newcastle Airport - Departure Transfer: $33
- Lake District Ski Club to Manchester Airport - Departure Transfer: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leiden
Also for Leiden, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zero Emission Tesla Taxi Transfer from Leiden Area to the Airport: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Lake District National Park or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayLake District National Park £21Leiden £33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lake District National Park £20Leiden £15
Tours and Activities in Lake District National Park
For Lake District National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick: $140
- Ghyll Scrambling Water Adventure in the Lake District: $89
- Guided Canoeing Experience on Coniston Water - Half Day: $89
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Dutch Windmills & Polder Walking Tour: $33
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour in Leiden: $163
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $320
- Leiden City Tour with Live guide in Netherlands: $41
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Walking City Tour with Live guide: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLake District National Park £4.64Leiden £22
Sample the Local Flavors in Leiden
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Leiden:
- Leiden Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $21
- Leiden Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake District National Park and Leiden, we can see that Leiden 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 Leiden would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leiden 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 Leiden Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lake District National Park or Leiden?
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.
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Leiden in the Summer?
Both Leiden and Lake District National Park are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Lake District National Park for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Lake District National Park is cooler than Leiden in the summer. The daily temperature in Lake District National Park averages around 15°C (59°F) in July, and Leiden fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Leiden. Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Leiden during summer. Lake District National Park gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lake District National Park usually receives more rain than Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLake District National Park 15°C (59°F)Leiden 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Leiden in the Autumn?
Both Leiden and Lake District National Park during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Lake District National Park in the autumn for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Lake District National Park is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lake District National Park in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Leiden averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 69 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 99 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 Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLake District National Park 10°C (49°F)Leiden 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Leiden in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lake District National Park and Leiden. Most visitors come to Lake District National Park for the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Leiden can be very cold. Lake District National Park can be very cold during winter. In January, Lake District National Park is generally much warmer than Leiden. Daily temperatures in Lake District National Park average around 3°C (38°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Leiden during winter. Lake District National Park gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 46 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 Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLake District National Park 3°C (38°F)Leiden 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Leiden in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lake District National Park as well as Leiden. The spring months attract visitors to Lake District National Park because of the natural beauty.
Lake District National Park is around the same temperature as Leiden in the spring. The daily temperature in Lake District National Park averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Leiden fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 134 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 166 hours of full sun.
Lake District National Park usually gets more rain in April than Leiden. Lake District National Park gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLake District National Park 7°C (45°F)Leiden 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Leiden and Lake District National Park
| Lake District National Park | Leiden | |||
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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) |
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.