Mid-Range Travel Guide: Springfield

Accommodation

$80-160 per night

Mid-range hotels, private rooms in boutique inns, chain hotels

Food & Dining

$35-75 per day

Casual restaurants, local bistros, mix of chain and independent eateries

Transportation

$20-50 per day

Mix of public transport, taxis, rideshares, occasional car rental

Activities

$30-80 per day

Paid attractions, guided tours, entertainment venues, cultural sites

Eat at local diners and family restaurants instead of tourist-focused establishments for typically 40-60% savings

Use public transportation instead of taxis and rideshares for 70-80% savings on daily transport costs

Book accommodation 6-8 weeks in advance for generally 20-35% lower rates

Visit free attractions like public parks, historic districts, and community events instead of paid entertainment

Shop at grocery stores and prepare some meals yourself to reduce food costs by 50-70%

Look for combination tickets and city passes that typically offer 25-40% savings on multiple attractions

Stay slightly outside downtown areas where hotels are generally 30-50% cheaper with easy public transport access

Relying exclusively on rideshares and taxis instead of public transport, which typically costs 3-4 times more daily

Eating all meals in hotel restaurants or tourist districts where prices are usually 100-150% higher than local spots

Booking last-minute accommodation during peak periods when rates can be 200-300% higher than advance bookings