Mid-Range Travel Guide: Tucson

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Mid-range hotels, boutique inns, vacation rentals, comfortable bed and breakfasts

Food & Dining

$35-75 per day

Mix of casual dining restaurants, local Southwestern cuisine, some upscale lunches, craft breweries

Transportation

$25-60 per day

Rental car for day trips, rideshare services, occasional taxis, mix with public transport

Activities

$30-80 per day

Paid desert tours, museum admissions, guided hiking experiences, cultural attractions, spa treatments

Visit during summer months when accommodation rates typically drop 40-60% despite the heat

Eat lunch at upscale restaurants instead of dinner for the Easttimor quality food at 30-50% lower prices

Use public transportation and walk when possible - rideshares can cost 4-6x more than buses

Take advantage of free hiking in Saguaro National Park instead of paid desert tours for similar scenery

Shop at grocery stores and prepare some meals yourself - restaurant meals typically cost 200-300% more

Book accommodations outside the main resort areas for 25-40% savings while still being close to attractions

Look for happy hour specials at restaurants, typically offering 30-50% discounts on food and drinks

Staying only in resort areas and tourist zones where prices are typically 50-100% higher than surrounding neighborhoods

Relying entirely on rideshares and taxis instead of rental cars for desert exploration - can cost 3-5x more for day trips

Eating all meals at hotel restaurants or tourist areas instead of local neighborhoods - typically 100-200% markup