Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Zagreb can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
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 from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is €77. 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 Zagreb in more detail.
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Also for Leiden, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Leiden:
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leiden and Zagreb, we can see that Leiden is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leiden Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Zagreb, 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.
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.
Both Zagreb and Leiden during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Zagreb for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Leiden is generally cooler than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 17°C (62°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In Zagreb, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Leiden. In the summer, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Zagreb. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 266 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets less rain in July than Zagreb. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Zagreb. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Leiden is cooler than Zagreb in the autumn. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Leiden usually receives less sunshine than Zagreb during autumn. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Leiden usually receives around the same amount of rain as Zagreb. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Zagreb. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
It's quite cold in Zagreb in the winter. The weather in Leiden can be very cold. In the winter, Leiden is a little warmer than Zagreb. Typically, the winter temperatures in Leiden in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Zagreb averages at about 1°C (35°F).
In the winter, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Zagreb. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 54 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets more rain in January than Zagreb. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Zagreb and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Zagreb for the activities around the city.
In April, Leiden is generally much colder than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 8°C (46°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Leiden usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Zagreb during spring. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Leiden usually receives less rain than Zagreb. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Leiden | Zagreb | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |