Which place is cheaper, Paris or Lisse?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lisse or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Lisse or Paris? 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 Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLisse €145Paris €232
The average daily cost (per person) in Lisse is €145, while the average daily cost in Paris is €232. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLisse €79Paris €151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLisse €158Paris €302
Compare Hotels in Lisse and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Lisse or Paris? 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: Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lisse €23Paris €21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro€6.40
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Train from Airport€9.00
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Metro tickets€6.80
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Train€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,567
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,390
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,389
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $962
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $962
- Private Transfer from Paris City to Le Havre: $273
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Round Trip Transfer to/from Paris: $272
- Private transfer from Beauvais airport to Paris or back: $268
- Private Transfer to or from Beauvais Airport: $267
- Private Transfer between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Paris by Van: $262
- Private Direct Transfer From Paris to Reims: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Lisse or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 €47Paris €41
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 Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream€8.00
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Breakfast€7.00
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Breakfast for 2€30
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Dinner on River Cruise€86
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Dinner€57
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Cheese€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Hard Rock Cafe Paris with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner : $33
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $44
- No Diet Club - A selection of the best pizzas in Paris !: $45
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $68
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Dinner with Customized Wine Selection: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lisse €30Paris €77
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 Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two€18
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Admission to Pantheon€5.00
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Catacombs (2)€23
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Île de la Cité: Guided Tour + Sainte-Chapelle Fast Track Entry: $55
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris City Center Self-Guided Walking Tour : $11
- Paris Entrance Ticket to the Aura Invalides Immersive Show: $24
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $250
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $148
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $75
- Virtual reality experience in Paris: $33
- Île de la Cité - Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Tour Private Tour: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLisse €23Paris €24
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $11
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $22
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $32
- Paris Craft gin distillery guided Tour & Tasting in English: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $33
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lisse and Paris, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Lisse much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lisse would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lisse 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Lisse.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lisse Expensive? and Is Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lisse or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Lisse and Paris, 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 Paris?
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 Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris and Lisse are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
In July, Lisse is generally cooler than Paris. Daily temperatures in Lisse average around 17°C (62°F), and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Paris. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lisse. Lisse usually receives less sunshine than Paris during summer. Lisse gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lisse usually receives more rain than Paris. Lisse gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLisse 17°C (62°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Lisse during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Paris for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Lisse is cooler than Paris in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lisse averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Lisse often gets less sunshine than Paris. Lisse gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
Lisse usually gets more rain in October than Paris. Lisse gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLisse 11°C (51°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lisse and Paris. Also, many visitors come to Paris in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Paris can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Lisse. In the winter, Lisse is much colder than Paris. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lisse in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Paris averages at about 5°C (40°F).
Lisse usually receives less sunshine than Paris during winter. Lisse gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lisse usually receives more rain than Paris. Lisse gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLisse 2°C (36°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Lisse or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lisse as well as Paris. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Lisse is generally cooler than Paris. Daily temperatures in Lisse average around 8°C (46°F), and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the spring, Lisse often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Paris. Lisse gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
Lisse usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Paris. Lisse gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLisse 8°C (46°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Lisse
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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