Which place is cheaper, Lisse or Odense?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Odense or Lisse?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Odense and Lisse. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Odense or Lisse?
Odense
Odense is the largest city on the island of Funen in Denmark. With a population of over 180,000, it is the third largest city in Denmark as a whole and sometimes is known as the unofficial capital. This city is the birthplace of the famous fairytale writer, Hans Christian Andersen.
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 Copenhagen, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Denmark, 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 dayOdense $160Lisse $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Odense is $160, while the average daily cost in Lisse is $155. 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 Odense and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOdense $80Lisse $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOdense $160Lisse $170
Compare Hotels in Odense and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Odense 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: Odense Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Odense $44Lisse $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Odense or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse and Odense 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 dayOdense $51Lisse $50
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.Odense $29Lisse $32
Tours and Activities in Odense
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Odense are as follows:
- Christmas Charms in Odense - Walking Tour: $587
- Copenhagen Audio Tour: Following Hans Christian Andersen: $9.99
- GoBoat Self-drive Boat Tour: $57
- Inspiring Odense - Walking Tour for Couples: $480
- River Cruise on the Odense River: $16
Tours and Activities in Lisse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lisse.
- Walking tour Haarlem (Tip Based): $4.36
- Keukenhof: Parking Ticket or Park Information Booklet: $7.49
- Haarlem Highlights Walking Tour Audio and GPS Guided: $7.57
- Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem: $13
- Leiden: Windmill and Countryside Cruise near Keukenhof: $16
- Haarlem: Canal Cruise Spaarne Mill to Mill: $20
- Haarlem: 50 minutes Boat Cruise: $20
- 90 minutes Self-Guided Walking tour and Escape room in Haarlem: $21
- Keukenhof: Entry Ticket: $21
- Haarlem Open Canal Tour with a real live guide: $25
- Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOdense $22Lisse $25
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 comparing the travel costs between Odense and Lisse, we can see that Odense is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Odense Expensive? and Is Lisse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Odense or Lisse?
Odense has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Lisse. When comparing the sizes of Odense 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.
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.