Mid-Range Travel Guide: Windsor

Accommodation

$80-160 per night

Mid-range hotels, boutique inns, private rooms with amenities, business-class properties

Food & Dining

$40-80 per day

Mix of casual and sit-down restaurants, local specialties, some hotel dining

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Mix of public transit, taxis, rideshares, occasional car rentals for day trips

Activities

$30-70 per day

Paid attractions, guided tours, casino visits, cultural experiences, entertainment venues

Use public transit instead of taxis - typically saves 60-70% on transportation costs

Eat at local chain restaurants and food courts rather than tourist-focused dining areas for 30-50% savings

Book accommodations 2-3 months in advance for 20-35% discounts, especially during peak seasons

Take advantage of free activities like waterfront walks and public parks instead of paid attractions

Shop for snacks and drinks at grocery stores rather than convenience stores near attractions - typically 40-60% cheaper

Consider staying slightly outside downtown core for accommodation savings of 25-40%

Look for combo attraction passes if visiting multiple paid sites - usually 15-25% savings over individual tickets

Relying solely on taxis and rideshares instead of learning the public transit system - can triple transportation costs

Eating all meals at hotel restaurants or tourist-heavy areas - typically 100-150% markup over local options

Booking last-minute accommodations during peak seasons - can cost 50-100% more than advance bookings

Not factoring in currency exchange fees and foreign transaction charges - can add 3-5% to all purchases