Which place is cheaper, Bonn or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leiden or Bonn?
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 Bonn can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Leiden or Bonn?
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.
Bonn
Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeiden €133Bonn €154
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Bonn is €154. 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 Bonn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeiden €78Bonn €85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeiden €156Bonn €170
Compare Hotels in Leiden and Bonn
Looking for a hotel in Leiden or Bonn? 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 Bonn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leiden €26Bonn €23
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonn
Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Leiden or Bonn?
Prices for flights to both Bonn 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 €39Bonn €49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leiden €17Bonn €34
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
Tours and Activities in Bonn
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.
- Autumn tours with a live guide: $20
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $120
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $51
- Bonn Crime-Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Musikerviertel Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $222
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Bonn Self Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $11
- Bonn Walking Tour (In the footsteps of Ludwig Van Beethoven): $321
- Bonn and Bad Godesberg hop-on hop-off tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- 1.5-Hour River Cruise on the Rhine: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeiden €26Bonn €23
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 comparing the travel costs between Leiden and Bonn, we can see that Bonn 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 Bonn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leiden or Bonn?
Bonn has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Bonn, 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 Bonn?
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 Bonn in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Bonn. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Bonn because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Leiden is cooler than Bonn. Typically, the summer temperatures in Leiden in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Bonn averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Leiden, it's very sunny this time of the year. Leiden usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bonn during summer. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 191 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Leiden usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bonn. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLeiden 17°C (62°F)Bonn 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Bonn in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Bonn. Also, the shopping scene are the main draw to Bonn this time of year.
In October, Leiden is generally cooler than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 11°C (51°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the autumn, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Bonn. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 109 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in October than Bonn. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLeiden 11°C (51°F)Bonn 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Bonn in the Winter?
Both Bonn and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Bonn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Bonn. It's quite cold in Leiden in the winter. Leiden is cooler than Bonn in the winter. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Bonn fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Leiden usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bonn during winter. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Leiden usually receives more rain than Bonn. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLeiden 2°C (36°F)Bonn 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Bonn in the Spring?
Both Bonn and Leiden during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Leiden is cooler than Bonn. Typically, the spring temperatures in Leiden in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Bonn averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the spring, Leiden often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 145 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in April than Bonn. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLeiden 8°C (46°F)Bonn 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Bonn and Leiden
| Leiden | Bonn | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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