Which place is cheaper, Lisse or Lausanne?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lausanne or Lisse?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lausanne or Lisse, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lausanne or Lisse?
Lausanne
Located on Lake Geneva, Lausanne is the capital city of French-speaking region of Vaud, Switzerland. The slopes of Lake Geneva's shores are known for growing wine, while the city of Lausanne sprawls across three hills. The city is also home to the International Olympic Committee, the Olympic Museum, and lakeshore Olympic Park, as well as an old town that dates to medieval times.
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 Luxury Tours to Switzerland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Switzerland, 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 dayLausanne $227Lisse $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Lausanne is $227, while the average daily cost in Lisse is $155. 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 Lausanne and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLausanne $136Lisse $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLausanne $272Lisse $170
Compare Hotels in Lausanne and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Lausanne 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: Lausanne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lausanne $41Lisse $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lausanne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lausanne:
- Taxi, Airport Transfer and Limousine Service in Switzerland: $233
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Évian-les-Bains: $160
- Lausanne accommodation to Geneva Airport (GVA) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Lausanne or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse and Lausanne 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 dayLausanne $62Lisse $50
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.Lausanne $38Lisse $32
Tours and Activities in Lausanne
Here are a few actual costs in Lausanne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Évian-les-Bains Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $297
- (KTL303) - Winter Tour Montreux and Chaplin's World from Lausanne: $157
- Boat cruise from Lausanne to Evian: $43
- Chaplin's World Entrance Ticket: $34
- Christmas Charms of A Private Walking Tour: $724
- Fascinating Charms of Vevey – Walking Tour for Couples: $180
- From Glacier 3000 Experience Tour: $97
- From Glacier 3000 experience and Montreux: $104
- From Interlaken and Jungfrau Train Experience: $370
- From Spectacular Schilthorn with 007 Experience: $257
- From Swiss Riviera Tour: $152
- Gems of Lausanne Revealed: A Private Walking Tour: $617
Tours and Activities in Lisse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lisse.
- Walking tour Haarlem (Tip Based): $4.36
- Keukenhof: Parking Ticket or Park Information Booklet: $7.49
- Haarlem Highlights Walking Tour Audio and GPS Guided: $7.57
- Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem: $13
- Leiden: Windmill and Countryside Cruise near Keukenhof: $16
- Haarlem: Canal Cruise Spaarne Mill to Mill: $20
- Haarlem: 50 minutes Boat Cruise: $20
- 90 minutes Self-Guided Walking tour and Escape room in Haarlem: $21
- Keukenhof: Entry Ticket: $21
- Haarlem Open Canal Tour with a real live guide: $25
- Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLausanne $27Lisse $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Lausanne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lausanne:
- Swiss cheese and charcuterie wine tasting: $50
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 Lausanne and Lisse, we can see that Lausanne is more expensive. And not only is Lisse much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lisse would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lisse 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 Lausanne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lausanne than you might in Lisse.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lausanne Expensive? and Is Lisse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lausanne or Lisse?
Lausanne has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Lausanne 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.