Mid-Range Travel Guide: Rochester

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Mid-range hotels, boutique inns, or well-located chain hotels with amenities

Food & Dining

$35-75 per day

Casual dining restaurants, local breweries, mix of sit-down meals and quick service

Transportation

$20-50 per day

Mix of rideshare, taxis, rental car for day trips, some public transit

Activities

$30-80 per day

Paid attractions, guided tours, cultural sites, entertainment venues, recreational activities

Visit during weekdays instead of weekends for typically 20-40% lower hotel rates

Eat at local diners and family restaurants instead of tourist areas for 40-60% savings on meals

Use public transportation and walk when possible - can save 70-80% compared to constant taxi use

Look for free events at universities and community centers rather than paid entertainment venues

Book accommodations outside downtown core for typically 30-50% lower rates with short commute

Take advantage of happy hour specials and early bird dining discounts for 25-40% food savings

Purchase attraction passes or bundles when visiting multiple sites for 15-30% overall savings

Staying only in downtown hotels without comparing suburban options that are 40-60% cheaper with easy access

Relying entirely on rideshare and taxis instead of using public transit, typically costing 3-4x more

Eating all meals at hotel restaurants or tourist districts with typical markups of 100-200% over local spots

Booking last-minute accommodations during peak periods when rates can be 150-300% higher than advance bookings