Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Snowdonia National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden?
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 Snowdonia National Park and Leiden can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Snowdonia National Park or Leiden?
Snowdonia National Park
Snowdonia National Park is in North West Wales and is known for its outstanding natural beauty. Mount Snowdon is located in the park, which is the highest peak in all of Wales. There are many campsites and hiking trails, as well as traditional Welsh pubs and shops. English is one of the languages spoken in Snowdonia, however 75% of the population, which is 121,000, speaks Welsh.
Leiden
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to United Kingdom, The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySnowdonia National Park £75Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Snowdonia National Park is £75, while the average daily cost in Leiden is £114. 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 Snowdonia National Park and Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSnowdonia National Park £29Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSnowdonia National Park £58Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Snowdonia National Park and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Snowdonia National Park or Leiden? 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: Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Snowdonia National Park £46Leiden £22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Snowdonia National Park:
- Private Transfer from Caernarfon to Manchester Airport (MAN): $250
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leiden
Also for Leiden, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zero Emission Tesla Taxi Transfer from Leiden Area to the Airport: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Snowdonia National Park or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden and Snowdonia National Park 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 daySnowdonia National Park £19Leiden £33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Snowdonia National Park £18Leiden £15
Tours and Activities in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Snowdonia National Park are as follows:
- 2 Hours Historical Tour of Caernarfon: $33
- Anglesey Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
- Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn: $56
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- The Hidden Stories of Leiden - Self-guided audio tour: $14
- Self-Guided City Trail Kids Tour in Noordwijk (4-8 years): $21
- Windmill cruise through Warmond: $21
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Sea Tour: $26
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Leiden Tour: $32
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Tour: $32
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySnowdonia National Park £4.86Leiden £22
Sample the Local Flavors in Leiden
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Leiden:
- Leiden Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $21
- Leiden Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Snowdonia National Park and Leiden, we can see that Leiden is more expensive. And not only is Snowdonia National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Snowdonia National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Snowdonia National Park 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 Snowdonia National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Snowdonia National Park Expensive? and Is Leiden Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden?
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.
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden in the Summer?
Both Leiden and Snowdonia National Park during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Snowdonia National Park because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Snowdonia National Park is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the summer temperatures in Snowdonia National Park in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Leiden averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In Leiden, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Snowdonia National Park. In the summer, Snowdonia National Park often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 204 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets less rain in July than Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySnowdonia National Park 15°C (60°F)Leiden 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Snowdonia National Park and Leiden. The hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Snowdonia National Park this time of year.
In October, Snowdonia National Park is generally around the same temperature as Leiden. Daily temperatures in Snowdonia National Park average around 12°C (53°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Snowdonia National Park usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Leiden during autumn. Snowdonia National Park gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Snowdonia National Park usually receives more rain than Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSnowdonia National Park 12°C (53°F)Leiden 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Snowdonia National Park as well as Leiden. Many travelers come to Snowdonia National Park for the skiing and the cuisine.
Leiden can get quite cold in the winter. Snowdonia National Park is much warmer than Leiden in the winter. The daily temperature in Snowdonia National Park averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Leiden fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Snowdonia National Park often gets more sunshine than Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 63 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 46 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets more rain in January than Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySnowdonia National Park 5°C (42°F)Leiden 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leiden in the Spring?
Both Leiden and Snowdonia National Park are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Snowdonia National Park in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Snowdonia National Park is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the spring temperatures in Snowdonia National Park in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Leiden averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Snowdonia National Park usually receives more sunshine than Leiden during spring. Snowdonia National Park gets 179 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Snowdonia National Park usually receives around the same amount of rain as Leiden. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSnowdonia National Park 8°C (47°F)Leiden 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Leiden and Snowdonia National Park
| Snowdonia National Park | Leiden | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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.