Which place is cheaper, Kilkenny or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leiden or Kilkenny?
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 Kilkenny can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Leiden or Kilkenny?
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.
Kilkenny
Kilkenny is a city in the southeast of Ireland with a history dating back to the medieval era. It has a long-established religious heritage with many historic buildings including castles, cathedrals, abbeys, and churches. Kilkenny is also a popular tourist destination due to its rich history as well as its current culture which is very active in the arts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours in Ireland, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Ireland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeiden €133Kilkenny €88
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Kilkenny is €88. 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 Kilkenny in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeiden €78Kilkenny €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeiden €156Kilkenny €88
Compare Hotels in Leiden and Kilkenny
Looking for a hotel in Leiden or Kilkenny? 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 Kilkenny Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leiden €26Kilkenny €21
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Leiden or Kilkenny?
Prices for flights to both Kilkenny 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 €39Kilkenny €29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leiden €17Kilkenny €15
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 Kilkenny
Here are a few actual costs in Kilkenny for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best of Kilkenny, two hour walking tour with a qualified guide: $13
- From Dublin: 5-Day Tour of Ireland's South-East: $1,287
- Fun Family Walking Tour in Kilkenny: $217
- Fun Family walking tour in Kilkenny: $426
- Fun Walking Tour during Christmas in Kilkenny: $533
- Fun Walking Tour during Christmas in Kilkenny: $271
- Historical tour of Kilkenny in French.: $13
- Hurling Tours Ireland - Freshford Experience: $32
- Hurling Tours Ireland - Kilkenny City Experience: $32
- Hurling Tours Ireland - O'Loughlin Gaels : $33
- Kayak and SUP Tours Kilkenny: $27
- Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeiden €26Kilkenny €12
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Kilkenny
Also in Kilkenny, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Kilkenny Culinary and Brewery Tour: $150
- Kilkenny Culinary and Brewery Tour : $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leiden and Kilkenny, we can see that Leiden is more expensive. And not only is Kilkenny much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kilkenny would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kilkenny 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 Leiden would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leiden than you might in Kilkenny.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leiden Expensive? and Is Kilkenny Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leiden or Kilkenny?
Leiden has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Kilkenny. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Kilkenny, 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 Kilkenny?
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 Kilkenny in the Summer?
Both Kilkenny and Leiden during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kilkenny this time of year.
In July, Leiden is generally around the same temperature as Kilkenny. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 17°C (62°F), and Kilkenny fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Leiden. In the summer, Leiden often gets more sunshine than Kilkenny. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kilkenny receives 131 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in July than Kilkenny. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Kilkenny receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLeiden 17°C (62°F)Kilkenny 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Kilkenny in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Kilkenny. Also, many travelers come to Kilkenny for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Leiden is around the same temperature as Kilkenny in the autumn. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Kilkenny fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Leiden usually receives more sunshine than Kilkenny during autumn. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Kilkenny receives 83 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Leiden usually receives less rain than Kilkenny. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Kilkenny receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLeiden 11°C (51°F)Kilkenny 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Kilkenny in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Kilkenny. Also, many visitors come to Kilkenny in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Leiden. In the winter, Leiden is much colder than Kilkenny. Typically, the winter temperatures in Leiden in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Kilkenny averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Kilkenny. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kilkenny receives 50 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets less rain in January than Kilkenny. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Kilkenny receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLeiden 2°C (36°F)Kilkenny 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Kilkenny in the Spring?
Both Kilkenny and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Kilkenny for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Leiden is generally cooler than Kilkenny. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 8°C (46°F), and Kilkenny fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Leiden usually receives more sunshine than Kilkenny during spring. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Kilkenny receives 139 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Leiden usually receives around the same amount of rain as Kilkenny. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kilkenny receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLeiden 8°C (46°F)Kilkenny 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Kilkenny and Leiden
| Leiden | Kilkenny | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 79 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.