Mid-Range Travel Guide: Zaragoza

Accommodation

$45-90 per night

Private rooms in boutique hotels, comfortable guesthouses, 3-star hotels near city center

Food & Dining

$25-50 per day

Mix of traditional restaurants, casual dining, some fine dining experiences, local wine bars

Transportation

$10-25 per day

Combination of public transport, occasional taxis, car rentals for day trips

Activities

$20-45 per day

Guided tours, museum entries, cultural experiences, day trips to nearby attractions

Eat menu del día lunch specials at local restaurants instead of tourist areas (typically 40-60% cheaper than dinner prices)

Use public buses and trams instead of taxis for city transport (usually 80-90% savings)

Visit museums on free entry days or buy city tourist cards for multiple attractions (can save 30-50% on admissions)

Stay in neighborhoods like Delicias or Universidad rather than Casco Histórico for accommodation (typically 25-40% lower rates)

Shop at local markets like Mercado Central for groceries and snacks (generally 50-70% cheaper than convenience stores)

Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance for better rates (usually 20-35% discounts)

Take advantage of free tapas with drinks at traditional bars (can reduce food costs by 30-50%)

Eating only in the main tourist squares where prices are typically 100-150% higher than residential neighborhoods

Taking taxis for all transportation instead of using efficient public transport (costs 4-6 times more)

Booking last-minute accommodation during festivals like Fiestas del Pilar when prices surge 200-400%

Not researching free activities and museums, missing out on significant savings on cultural experiences