Which place is cheaper, Bruges or Lisse?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lisse or Bruges?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Lisse or Bruges? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Lisse or Bruges?
Lisse
Lisse is very much a seasonal destination. During a two month period every spring it becomes one of the Netherlands most popular tourist destinations. In the Bulb Region of South Holland, it is home to the Keukenhof amusement park, which comes to life every spring with millions of flowers coming into full bloom. The spectacular sight attracts over eight hundred thousand visitors every year, all during that two month time period. This sight truly is amazing with rows of colored flowers lighting up the grounds. The flowers cover more than 32 hectares and include tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other spring flowers. Its a wonderful sight for people of all ages, and a wonderful photographic opportunity for anybody in the area.
Bruges
Located in the northern part of Belgium, in Flanders, Bruges is one of the most charming and well preserved cities in Europe. With its stone streets and charming shops, it is a postcard perfect city that seems to have jumped out of the pages of a Disney fairytale. The city itself is quite compact, adding to the charm and making it easily walkable. Even given its old world charm, it manages to present a cosmopolitan air as well. There's an active nightlife, but during the day the historical city center is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. You can take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or you can wander around on your own. Be sure to swing into some of the museums, cathedrals, and churches you'll see along the way. There are now shops everywhere that are designed to appeal to tourists. While some may be easy to walk by, it takes the strongest souls to ignore the chocolate shops you'll see on your way.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands, The Best Cultural Tours in Belgium, and The Best Luxury Tours to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLisse €145Bruges €123
The average daily cost (per person) in Lisse is €145, while the average daily cost in Bruges is €123. 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 Lisse and Bruges in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLisse €79Bruges €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLisse €158Bruges €118
Compare Hotels in Lisse and Bruges
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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: Bruges Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lisse €23Bruges €17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bruges:
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Five Day Bus Pass€15
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Bike Rental for Day€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bruges
Also for Bruges, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shuttle Transfer Bruges <-> Paris (1 to 8 PLACES): $291
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer <-> Disneyland Paris (1 to 8 SEATS): $291
- Transfer Shuttle Bruges <-> Disneyland Paris (1 to 8 SEATS): $291
- Private Direct Transfer From Bruges to Amsterdam: $274
- Brussels airport transfer (BRU) <-> from or to Bruges (3 pax sedan): $261
- Transfer Bruges <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 - 8 Places): $229
- Transfer Ghent <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Private Transfer from ZeeBrugge or Bruges to Antwerp By Luxury car: $163
- Private Transfer from Bruges to Brussels By Business car: $152
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Brussels hotels : $143
- Brugge Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Brugge: $111
- PrivateTransfer from Zeebrugge Port to Ostend Bruges Airport(OST): $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Lisse or Bruges?
Prices for flights to both Bruges and Lisse 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 dayLisse €47Bruges €52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisse
For Lisse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Haarlem's Food-steps: A self-guided Food Tour: $39
- WALKING DINNER HAARLEM | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- Guided Food Tour Haarlem (min. 2 persons) - Many local tastings : $97
Typical Food Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bruges:
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Cup of Tea€2.00
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Sandwich for Lunch€3.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour : $133
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lisse €30Bruges €15
Tours and Activities in Lisse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lisse.
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem: $28
- 2-Hour Private History and Highlights of Haarlem Walking Tour: $240
- 90 minute Cheese and Wine Cruise through the Canals of Haarlem: $43
- 90 minutes Self-Guided Walking tour and Escape room in Haarlem: $21
- Amsterdam: Private Sightseeing Tour to Keukenhof: $225
- Bloemendaal Highlights: Guided Bike Tour close to Amsterdam: $55
- Cheese, Clogs, Flowers and Windmills Tour: $620
- CuliWalk Haarlem,Historic + Cultural audiotour with a Culinary Twist (selfguided: $49
- Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem: $13
- Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $27
- Escape Experience Haarlem The Escape of Kenau: $31
- From Amsterdam: Private Keukenhof and Tulip Experience Tour: $313
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Groeninge Museum Entrance€8.00
Tours and Activities in Bruges
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bruges.
- "Essential Brugge" Photo Tour (3hr private city tour & workshop): $273
- "Hidden Brugge" Photo Tour (2hr open city tour & workshop): $76
- "Shades of Brugge" Photo Tour (3hr private city tour & workshop): $273
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Bruges: $229
- BRYGGJA ROMANTICA - 3 Hour Romantic Tour in Bruges: $55
- Beery Bruges Tasting Tour: $58
- Bike Your Way Through Bruges A Fun & Active Sightseeing Adventure: $44
- Breathtaking Bruges - Private Walking Tour: $152
- Bruges : Highlights & Hidden gems Walking Tour: $80
- Bruges Beer Tour with chocolate pairing by a young local: $60
- Bruges Beer and Chocolate Walking Tour: $95
- Bruges Guided Walking Tour: Stories, Mysteries and People: $3.21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLisse €23Bruges €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisse
Also in Lisse, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Haarlem Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Bruges
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bruges:
- Bruges Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery Visit: $17
- Private: Discover Bruges beers & brewery with chocolate pairing by a young local: $191
- Beer walking tour with visit Brewery Bourgogne de Flandres: $642
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lisse and Bruges, we can see that Lisse is more expensive. And not only is Bruges much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bruges would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bruges 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 Lisse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisse than you might in Bruges.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lisse Expensive? and Is Bruges Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lisse or Bruges?
Bruges has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Lisse and Bruges, 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 Lisse or Bruges?
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 Lisse or Bruges in the Summer?
Both Bruges and Lisse are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Bruges because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lisse is around the same temperature as Bruges. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lisse in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Bruges averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Bruges. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lisse. Lisse usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bruges during summer. Lisse gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Bruges receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lisse usually receives more rain than Bruges. Lisse gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Bruges receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLisse 17°C (62°F)Bruges 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Bruges in the Autumn?
Both Bruges and Lisse during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Bruges this time of year.
In October, Lisse is generally cooler than Bruges. Daily temperatures in Lisse average around 11°C (51°F), and Bruges fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Lisse often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bruges. Lisse gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bruges receives 105 hours of full sun.
Lisse usually gets less rain in October than Bruges. Lisse gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bruges receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLisse 11°C (51°F)Bruges 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Bruges in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lisse and Bruges. Also, many travelers come to Bruges for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Bruges. It's quite cold in Lisse in the winter. Lisse is much colder than Bruges in the winter. The daily temperature in Lisse averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Bruges fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Lisse usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bruges during winter. Lisse gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Bruges receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lisse usually receives more rain than Bruges. Lisse gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Bruges receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLisse 2°C (36°F)Bruges 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Bruges in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lisse as well as Bruges. Also, many visitors come to Bruges in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Lisse is cooler than Bruges. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lisse in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Bruges averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the spring, Lisse often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bruges. Lisse gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bruges receives 158 hours of full sun.
Lisse usually gets more rain in April than Bruges. Lisse gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bruges receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLisse 8°C (46°F)Bruges 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Bruges and Lisse
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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