Mid-Range Travel Guide: Germany

Accommodation

$60-140 per night

Three-star hotels, boutique guesthouses, private rooms in quality establishments, and apartment rentals

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Traditional German restaurants, beer gardens, cafés, mix of local eateries and tourist-friendly establishments

Transportation

$20-45 per day

Mix of public transport and occasional taxis, regional train travel, and some rideshare services

Activities

$30-80 per day

Paid museum entries, guided city tours, castle visits, beer tastings, and cultural experiences

Purchase regional day passes for public transport instead of individual tickets (typically 40-60% savings)

Shop at discount supermarket chains like Aldi and Lidl rather than tourist-area convenience stores (50-70% cheaper)

Eat your main meal at lunch when restaurants offer 'Mittagstisch' lunch specials (30-50% less than dinner prices)

Book accommodation outside city centers and use public transport to reach attractions (20-40% accommodation savings)

Take advantage of free museum days and city-sponsored free walking tours (can save $15-40 per day)

Buy groceries and prepare some meals yourself, especially breakfast (60-80% savings vs restaurant meals)

Use Deutsche Bahn's advance booking discounts for longer train journeys (up to 70% off regular fares)

Eating only in tourist areas near major attractions instead of residential neighborhoods (typically 100-150% markup)

Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the excellent public transport system (300-500% more expensive)

Booking accommodation at the last minute during peak season or major events (50-200% price premium)

Not researching free activities and museum discount days, missing significant savings opportunities