Mid-Range Travel Guide: New Haven

Accommodation

$70-150 per night

Private rooms in mid-range B&Bs, boutique inns, comfortable hotels with ensuite bathrooms

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Mix of pub meals, casual restaurants, local seafood spots, hotel breakfasts

Transportation

$15-45 per day

Combination of buses, taxis for convenience, train travel to nearby attractions

Activities

$25-60 per day

Paid attractions, boat trips, guided walking tours, heritage site visits

Shop at local supermarkets and prepare your own meals - typically 60-70% cheaper than eating out for every meal

Use the local bus network instead of taxis - usually saves 70-80% on transportation costs

Take advantage of free coastal walks and public beaches rather than paid attractions - can save $20-40 daily

Book accommodation well in advance or look for last-minute deals - potential savings of 25-40%

Visit during shoulder seasons (March-May, September-November) for 20-35% lower accommodation rates

Look for pub lunch specials and early bird dinner menus - typically 30-50% cheaper than à la carte dining

Relying solely on taxis for transportation instead of using buses - can triple your transport costs

Eating only in tourist-focused restaurants near the ferry terminal - typically 50-100% more expensive than local spots

Not checking for combination tickets at attractions - missing potential savings of 15-25% on multiple entries

Booking accommodation without comparing B&Bs to hotels - B&Bs often offer 20-40% better value with breakfast included