Which place is cheaper, Leuven 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 Leuven?
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 Leuven can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Snowdonia National Park or Leuven?
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.
Leuven
Lying just east of Brussels, Leuven is a Belgian city and capital of the Province of Flemish Brabant known for its breweries, historic architecture, and university. Because of the university, the town is at its busiest during the academic year (September through June), but there is plenty to see and do during all seasons.
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 Luxury Tours to Belgium, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySnowdonia National Park £75Leuven £152
The average daily cost (per person) in Snowdonia National Park is £75, while the average daily cost in Leuven is £152. 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 Leuven in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSnowdonia National Park £29Leuven £79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSnowdonia National Park £58Leuven £158
Compare Hotels in Snowdonia National Park and Leuven
Looking for a hotel in Snowdonia National Park or Leuven? 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: Leuven Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Snowdonia National Park £46Leuven £52
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 Leuven
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leuven:
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels hotels-Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Brussels Airport Shuttle Transfer <-> Brussels (1 to 8 PLACES): $34
- Private transfer from Airport(BRU) to Brussels City Center: $44
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to City hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Private transfer from Brussels Airport to Brussels city Business car: $55
- Brussels Airport Transfer <-> Tomorrowland Boom (1 to 8 Places): $58
- Brussels Airport (BRU) to Brussels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $65
- Private Airport Transfer: Brussels Airport (BRU) to Brussels: $65
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Brussels Airport: $70
- Private Transfer from Brussels Airport to the city of Brussels: $73
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Brussels City by Business Car: $74
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Brussels City by luxury Van: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Snowdonia National Park or Leuven?
Prices for flights to both Leuven 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 £19Leuven £42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Leuven
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Leuven.
- Mechelen Small-Group Walking Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $75
- Mechelen Food Tour: $82
- Vegan Walking Food Tour in Mechelen: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Snowdonia National Park £18Leuven £19
Tours and Activities in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Snowdonia National Park are as follows:
- Anglesey Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
- 2 Hours Historical Tour of Caernarfon: $33
- Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn: $56
Tours and Activities in Leuven
Here are a few actual costs in Leuven for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Offline Access: $5.99
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Small-Group Mechelen City Guided Walking Tour: $52
- Mechelen Small-Group Running Tour: $52
- Guided Small-Group Cycling Tour of Mechelen: $60
- Small-Group Chocolate Tour in Mechelen: $63
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Private 2 Hour Walking Tour of Mechelen : $229
- Soothing Corners of Leuven - Romantic Tour: $288
- Special Christmas Journey in Leuven - Walking Tour: $395
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySnowdonia National Park £4.86Leuven £21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Snowdonia National Park and Leuven, we can see that Leuven 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 Leuven would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leuven 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 Leuven Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Snowdonia National Park or Leuven?
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 Snowdonia National Park or Leuven in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Snowdonia National Park and Leuven. Most visitors come to Snowdonia National Park for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Snowdonia National Park is cooler than Leuven in the summer. The daily temperature in Snowdonia National Park averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Leuven fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Snowdonia National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. Snowdonia National Park usually receives more sunshine than Leuven during summer. Snowdonia National Park gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 186 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Snowdonia National Park usually receives less rain than Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySnowdonia National Park 15°C (60°F)Leuven 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leuven in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Snowdonia National Park as well as Leuven. The autumn months attract visitors to Snowdonia National Park because of the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Snowdonia National Park is around the same temperature as Leuven. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Snowdonia National Park in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Leuven averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Snowdonia National Park often gets less sunshine than Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 114 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets more rain in October than Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSnowdonia National Park 12°C (53°F)Leuven 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leuven in the Winter?
Both Leuven and Snowdonia National Park are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The skiing and the cuisine are the main draw to Snowdonia National Park this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Leuven. In January, Snowdonia National Park is generally much warmer than Leuven. Daily temperatures in Snowdonia National Park average around 5°C (42°F), and Leuven fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Snowdonia National Park usually receives more sunshine than Leuven during winter. Snowdonia National Park gets 63 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 49 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Snowdonia National Park usually receives more rain than Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySnowdonia National Park 5°C (42°F)Leuven 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Leuven in the Spring?
Both Leuven and Snowdonia National Park during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Snowdonia National Park for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Snowdonia National Park is cooler than Leuven in the spring. The daily temperature in Snowdonia National Park averages around 8°C (47°F) in April, and Leuven fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the spring, Snowdonia National Park often gets more sunshine than Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 179 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 147 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Leuven. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSnowdonia National Park 8°C (47°F)Leuven 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Leuven and Snowdonia National Park
| Snowdonia National Park | Leuven | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
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