Which place is cheaper, Lisse or Manchester?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manchester or Lisse?
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 Manchester and Lisse can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manchester or Lisse?
Manchester
Located in the heart of Northern England, Manchester is the unofficial Capital of the North. Though it dates back as a Roman city, the city boomed in growth during the Industrial Revolution in textiles, and is today one of the most-visited cities in England by overseas travelers.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManchester £184Lisse £124
The average daily cost (per person) in Manchester is £184, while the average daily cost in Lisse is £124. 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 Manchester and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManchester £71Lisse £68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManchester £142Lisse £136
Compare Hotels in Manchester and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Manchester or Lisse? 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: Manchester Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manchester £19Lisse £19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Manchester
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Manchester are as follows:
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Rail to Airport£11
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Parking in Manchester£3.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Round-Trip Transfer From Manchester Airport to Old Trafford Stadium: $279
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Hull: $276
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Private Transfer to Liverpool City: $249
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Wrexham: $233
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Goole: $228
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Conwy: $200
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Harrogate: $198
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Burton-upon-Trent: $190
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Doncaster: $187
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Fleetwood: $172
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Liverpool City Centre: $158
- Manchester Airport(MAN) to Liverpool- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $157
Is it cheaper to fly into Manchester or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse and Manchester 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 dayManchester £55Lisse £40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manchester
For Manchester, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Hard Rock Cafe Manchester with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $35
- Private Italian Dinner with a Romantic Night Experience: $63
- 2 Hours Sicilian Wine Tasting and Dinner at Manchester: $76
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $87
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $89
- 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch : $95
- Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $199
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manchester £30Lisse £25
Tours and Activities in Manchester
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Manchester.
- SEA LIFE Manchester Admission Ticket: $21
- 3-Hour Manchester Shopping Tour with a Stylist: $119
- 3-day Yorkshire Dales and Peak District Tour from Manchester: $522
- A Silent Disco Adventure in Manchester: $21
- Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Manchester: $51
- Breathtaking Manchester – Walking Tour for Couples: $235
- Breathtaking Manchester – Walking Tour for Couples: $463
- Chatsworth and Peak District Small-Group Tour from Manchester: $74
- Christmas Charms of Manchester – Private Walking Tour: $566
- City River Tour: $15
- Craft Beer Tour around Manchester: $51
- Craft Brews of Manchester – A Private Beer Tour: $666
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManchester £9.90Lisse £20
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $101
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manchester and Lisse, we can see that Manchester 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 Manchester would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manchester 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 Manchester Expensive? and Is Lisse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manchester or Lisse?
Manchester has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Manchester and Lisse, 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 Manchester or Lisse?
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 Manchester or Lisse in the Summer?
Both Lisse and Manchester are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Manchester for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Manchester is around the same temperature as Lisse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manchester in July average around 16°C (62°F), and Lisse averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Lisse. Manchester usually receives less sunshine than Lisse during summer. Manchester gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Manchester usually receives less rain than Lisse. Manchester gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManchester 16°C (62°F)Lisse 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Lisse in the Autumn?
Both Lisse and Manchester during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Manchester because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Manchester is generally around the same temperature as Lisse. Daily temperatures in Manchester average around 11°C (52°F), and Lisse fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Manchester often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lisse. Manchester gets 97 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 99 hours of full sun.
Manchester usually gets more rain in October than Lisse. Manchester gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManchester 11°C (52°F)Lisse 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Lisse in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Manchester and Lisse. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Manchester this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lisse. It's quite cold in Manchester in the winter. Manchester is much warmer than Lisse in the winter. The daily temperature in Manchester averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Lisse fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Manchester usually receives more sunshine than Lisse during winter. Manchester gets 53 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 46 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Manchester usually receives around the same amount of rain as Lisse. Manchester gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManchester 4°C (39°F)Lisse 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Lisse in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Manchester as well as Lisse. Many travelers come to Manchester for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Manchester is around the same temperature as Lisse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manchester in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Lisse averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Manchester often gets less sunshine than Lisse. Manchester gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 166 hours of full sun.
Manchester usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Lisse. Manchester gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManchester 8°C (46°F)Lisse 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Lisse and Manchester
| Manchester | Lisse | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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