Mid-Range Travel Guide: Belgium

Accommodation

$70-150 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, ensuite bathrooms, good amenities

Food & Dining

$40-80 per day

Mix of local restaurants, brasseries, cafes, some fine dining, Belgian specialties, moderate wine

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Public transport, occasional taxis, intercity trains, some rideshare services

Activities

$25-60 per day

Museums, guided tours, beer tastings, cultural attractions, some premium experiences

Eat at local brasseries and cafeterias instead of tourist-focused restaurants (typically 40-60% cheaper)

Use public transportation day passes instead of individual tickets (usually 30-50% savings)

Visit museums on free admission days or buy city tourist cards for bundled discounts (20-40% savings on attractions)

Shop at local supermarkets and prepare some meals yourself (can reduce food costs by 50-70%)

Stay in accommodations outside city centers and commute in (typically 25-45% cheaper)

Book intercity trains in advance for significant discounts on standard fares (up to 60% savings)

Look for lunch menus at upscale restaurants instead of dinner (often 40-50% less expensive for similar quality)

Eating and drinking only in Grand Place and tourist squares (typically 100-150% markup over local areas)

Taking taxis for short distances instead of using excellent public transport (3-5x more expensive)

Not checking for city tourist cards that bundle attractions and transport (missing 20-35% potential savings)

Buying individual train tickets at stations instead of booking online in advance (can cost 40-80% more)