Which place is cheaper, Lisse 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 Lisse?
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 Lisse. 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 Lisse?
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.
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 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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLake District National Park £81Lisse £124
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake District National Park is £81, 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 Lake District National Park and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLake District National Park £39Lisse £68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLake District National Park £78Lisse £136
Compare Hotels in Lake District National Park and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Lake District National Park 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lake District National Park £33Lisse £19
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 Manchester Airport - Departure Transfer: $44
- Lake District Ski Club to Newcastle Airport - Departure Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Lake District National Park or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse 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 £21Lisse £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.Lake District National Park £20Lisse £25
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 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 dayLake District National Park £4.64Lisse £20
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake District National Park and Lisse, we can see that Lisse 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 Lisse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisse 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 Lisse Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lake District National Park or Lisse?
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 Lisse in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lake District National Park and Lisse. The hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Lake District National Park this time of year.
In July, Lake District National Park is generally cooler than Lisse. Daily temperatures in Lake District National Park average around 15°C (59°F), and Lisse fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lisse this time of the year. Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Lisse during summer. Lake District National Park gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lake District National Park usually receives more rain than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Lisse 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)Lisse 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Lisse in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lake District National Park as well as Lisse. Many travelers come to Lake District National Park for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
Lake District National Park is around the same temperature as Lisse in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lake District National Park averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Lisse fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 69 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 99 hours of full sun.
Lake District National Park receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Lake District National Park usually gets more rain in October than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Lisse 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)Lisse 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Lisse in the Winter?
Both Lisse and Lake District National Park are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Lake District National Park in the winter for the cuisine.
Lisse can be very cold during winter. Lake District National Park can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Lake District National Park is much warmer than Lisse. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lake District National Park in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Lisse averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Lake District National Park usually receives less sunshine than Lisse during winter. Lake District National Park gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 46 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Lake District National Park. In January, Lake District National Park usually receives more rain than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Lisse 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)Lisse 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Lake District National Park or Lisse in the Spring?
Both Lisse and Lake District National Park during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Lake District National Park for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Lake District National Park is generally around the same temperature as Lisse. Daily temperatures in Lake District National Park average around 7°C (45°F), and Lisse fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Lake District National Park often gets less sunshine than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 134 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 166 hours of full sun.
Lake District National Park usually gets more rain in April than Lisse. Lake District National Park gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lisse 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)Lisse 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Lisse and Lake District National Park
| Lake District National Park | Lisse | |||
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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.