Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leiden or Berlin?
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 Leiden and Berlin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Leiden or Berlin?
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.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeiden €133Berlin €137
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Berlin is €137. 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 Leiden and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeiden €78Berlin €64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeiden €156Berlin €128
Compare Hotels in Leiden and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Leiden or Berlin? 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 and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leiden €26Berlin €18
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: $92
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket€1.40
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Bahn Ticket€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Welcome/Farewell SightseeingTaxi Tour +Transfer from/to the airport: $97
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Transfer from to Berlin Airport BER: $103
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $203
- Round Trip Private Transfer Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin by Business Car: $257
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with stops at Potsdam + Sanssouci Palace: $294
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $267
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $702
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Sedan Car: $102
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Van: $112
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Car: $112
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Leiden or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Leiden 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 dayLeiden €39Berlin €52
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go€5.00
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Turkish Sandwich€2.00
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Currywurst€2.00
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2 Pho Noodles€9.00
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)€60
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Mauer Park (2)€11
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Coffees at Impala€7.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $28
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $69
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $69
- Berlin Food Tour by Bike: $71
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leiden €17Berlin €22
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: $27
- 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: $7.54
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $318
- Leiden City Tour with Live guide in Netherlands: $41
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.58
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $73
- Walking City Tour with Live guide: $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)€20
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- Berlin Self-Guided Treasure Hunt & Tour: $12
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin.: $31
- (E) Bike Tour for Non bikers addtional Rickshaw is possible: $37
- 2 Hour Berlin Small Group Segway Tour: $76
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $60
- 2-Hour Private Berlin Walking Tour, Berlin in the Third Reich and Cold War: $212
- 3 Hours Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $93
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $184
- 3-Hour Private Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $184
- 3D Adventure black light mini golf (Berlin): $19
- 3H 2 People on Harley Trike Tour: $72
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeiden €26Berlin €16
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original One80 Berlin Pub Crawl: $16
- VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
- brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $23
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
- Wine Tasting, Antipasti and Cheese: $74
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $249
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $254
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $399
- Berlin Tour by Car, Meal at Reichstag, Choc & Wine Tasting: $658
When comparing the travel costs between Leiden and Berlin, we can see that Berlin 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 Leiden Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leiden or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Berlin, 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.
When is the best time to visit Leiden or Berlin?
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 Leiden or Berlin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Berlin. Also, many travelers come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Leiden is generally cooler than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 17°C (62°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Berlin this time of the year. In Leiden, it's very sunny this time of the year. Leiden usually receives less sunshine than Berlin during summer. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Leiden usually receives more rain than Berlin. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLeiden 17°C (62°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Berlin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Berlin. Also, many visitors come to Berlin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Leiden is around the same temperature as Berlin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Berlin fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Leiden often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Berlin. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in October than Berlin. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLeiden 11°C (51°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Berlin in the Winter?
Both Berlin and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Berlin can be very cold during winter. Leiden can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Leiden is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Leiden in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Berlin averages at about -0°C (31°F).
Leiden usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during winter. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Leiden usually receives more rain than Berlin. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLeiden 2°C (36°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Berlin in the Spring?
Both Berlin and Leiden during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Berlin because of the activities around the city.
In April, Leiden is generally cooler than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 8°C (46°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the spring, Leiden often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Berlin. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in April than Berlin. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLeiden 8°C (46°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Leiden
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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