Which place is cheaper, Dusseldorf or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leiden or Dusseldorf?
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 Dusseldorf can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Leiden or Dusseldorf?
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.
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf is a city in western Germany divided by the Rhine River, with its Altstadt (Old Town) on the east bank and modern commercial areas to the west. Dusseldorf is a university town and a center of art and fashion. This old electoral capital is also a city of wide streets lined by elegant shops, with a ring of parks and gardens encircling its vibrant downtown area. As an important cultural center, Dusseldorf has dozens of museums and in excess of 100 art galleries encompassing everything from internationally renowned facilities, such as the impressive Art Collection North Rhine-Westphalia, to the smaller installations found in the city's trendy Konigsallee area. In the Altstadt, St. Lambertus Church and Schlossturm (Castle Tower) both date to the 13th century. Dusseldorf impresses with boundary-pushing architecture, lively nightlife, and an art scene to rival many higher-profile cities. It's a posh and modern city that likes to have a good time with bar-hopping around the Altstadt, the historical quarter along the Rhine. These tourist attractions, along with the city's location on the Rhine and its numerous wide squares and wonderful riverside walkways, make it a particularly pleasant place to spend time.
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 Munich, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeiden €133Dusseldorf €185
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Dusseldorf is €185. 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 Dusseldorf in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeiden €78Dusseldorf €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeiden €156Dusseldorf €190
Compare Hotels in Leiden and Dusseldorf
Looking for a hotel in Leiden or Dusseldorf? 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 Dusseldorf Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leiden €26Dusseldorf €1.63
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 Dusseldorf
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dusseldorf:
- Dusseldorf Arrival Private Transfers from Airport DUS to Dusseldorf: $73
- Dusseldorf Airport Transfers : Dusseldorf to Airport DUS in Luxury Car: $86
- Dusseldorf Airport Transfers : Airport DUS to Dusseldorf in Luxury Van: $77
- Dusseldorf Airport Transfers : Airport DUS to Dusseldorf in Luxury Car: $86
- Dusseldorf Airport Transfers : Airport DUS to Dusseldorf in Business Car: $73
- Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Dusseldorf - Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Arrival Private Transfer Dusseldorf Train Station or Port by Car: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Leiden or Dusseldorf?
Prices for flights to both Dusseldorf 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 €39Dusseldorf €76
Typical Food Prices in Dusseldorf
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dusseldorf:
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Salami€1.99
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Nutella€1.00
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Yogurt€1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dusseldorf
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dusseldorf.
- Culinary Flingern – The Food Tour: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leiden €17Dusseldorf €25
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- The Hidden Stories of Leiden - Self-guided audio tour: $14
- Self-Guided City Trail Kids Tour in Noordwijk (4-8 years): $21
- Windmill cruise through Warmond: $21
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Sea Tour: $26
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Leiden Tour: $32
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Tour: $32
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
Tours and Activities in Dusseldorf
Here are a few actual costs in Dusseldorf for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf: $34
- Best Intro Tour of Dusseldorf with a Local: $141
- City game scavenger hunt Düsseldorf - independent city tour I discovery tour: $44
- City game scavenger hunt Duisburg - independent city tour I discovery tour: $44
- Düsseldorf 2-Hour Evening Cruise: $27
- Düsseldorf Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.10
- Düsseldorf Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Düsseldorf Segway Rhein Tour: Rhine River Experience: $86
- Düsseldorf Segway Tour: Classical City Experience: $86
- Düsseldorf Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Düsseldorf Sightseeing round-trip Cruise: $19
- Dusseldorf : Private Walking tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeiden €26Dusseldorf €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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dusseldorf
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Dusseldorf are as follows:
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Night Out Drinking€25
Sample the Local Flavors in Dusseldorf
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Dusseldorf:
- Brewery Tour Düsseldorf in English (inc. 3 beer): $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leiden and Dusseldorf, we can see that Dusseldorf is more expensive. And not only is Leiden much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leiden would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leiden 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 Dusseldorf would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dusseldorf than you might in Leiden.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leiden Expensive? and Is Dusseldorf Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leiden or Dusseldorf?
Dusseldorf has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Dusseldorf, 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 Dusseldorf?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Leiden or Dusseldorf in the Summer?
Both Dusseldorf and Leiden during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Dusseldorf for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Leiden is cooler than Dusseldorf. Typically, the summer temperatures in Leiden in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Dusseldorf averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Leiden. In the summer, Leiden often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dusseldorf receives 195 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Dusseldorf receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLeiden 17°C (62°F)Dusseldorf 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Dusseldorf in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Dusseldorf. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Dusseldorf because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Leiden is generally around the same temperature as Dusseldorf. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 11°C (51°F), and Dusseldorf fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Leiden usually receives less sunshine than Dusseldorf during autumn. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Dusseldorf receives 112 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Leiden usually receives more rain than Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Dusseldorf receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLeiden 11°C (51°F)Dusseldorf 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Dusseldorf in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Dusseldorf. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Dusseldorf this time of year.
It's quite cold in Dusseldorf in the winter. The weather in Leiden can be very cold. Leiden is cooler than Dusseldorf in the winter. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Dusseldorf fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Leiden often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dusseldorf receives 45 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Dusseldorf receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLeiden 2°C (36°F)Dusseldorf 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Dusseldorf in the Spring?
Both Dusseldorf and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Dusseldorf for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Leiden is cooler than Dusseldorf. Typically, the spring temperatures in Leiden in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Dusseldorf averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Leiden usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Dusseldorf during spring. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Dusseldorf receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Leiden usually receives around the same amount of rain as Dusseldorf. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Dusseldorf receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLeiden 8°C (46°F)Dusseldorf 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Dusseldorf and Leiden
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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) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
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