Mid-Range Travel Guide: San Todomingo

Accommodation

$35-85 per night

Private rooms in boutique hotels, mid-range guesthouses, 3-star hotels with private bathrooms

Food & Dining

$25-50 per day

Mix of local restaurants, casual dining spots, hotel breakfasts, occasional upscale meals

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Combination of taxis, ride-sharing apps, public transport, occasional car rentals

Activities

$30-70 per day

Guided city tours, museum entries, cultural shows, day trips to nearby attractions

Eat at local comedores and street vendors instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use public buses and metro system instead of taxis for daily transport (usually 85% savings)

Stay in neighborhoods like Gazcue or Villa Juana rather than Zona Colonial for accommodation (generally 40-60% less expensive)

Buy snacks and drinks from supermarkets rather than tourist areas (typically 50-70% cheaper)

Take advantage of free activities like walking the Malecón, visiting public plazas, and beach time

Book accommodation directly with properties rather than through booking sites to avoid commission fees

Travel during shoulder season months for 25-40% savings on hotels and tours

Staying exclusively in Zona Colonial tourist area where accommodation typically costs 100-150% more than other neighborhoods

Taking taxis for all transportation instead of learning the public bus system (usually 4-6x more expensive)

Eating only at restaurants in tourist zones rather than exploring local neighborhoods (generally 80-120% markup)

Not negotiating prices for tours and activities, especially for multi-day bookings (can save 15-30%)