Vacation in Chicago cannot be called cheap for the average tourist. Plan to spend at least 100 USD per person per day. This does not include accommodation - only transportation costs and food. By the way, fast food in the USA is very cheap.
Here is an approximate list of prices for a vacation in Chicago:
- salty lunch or business lunch - from 20 to 40 USD;
- bread - 2 USD, bottle of mineral water - 1.5 USD, bottle of beer - 1.5 USD;
- ticket for metro and bus (if bought from the driver) - 2.25 USD;
- cigarettes - 6-9 USD;
- gasoline - 0.7 USD per liter;
- lodging - from 30 USD (in a hostel), but if you plan a vacation for two people in Chicago, start from the cost of the cheapest room in hotel - from 100 USD per night.
The most expensive component of a vacation in Chicago, judging by the reviews of experienced tourists, is guided tours. Prices start at 100 USD per person. So if you want to save money, stock up on maps.
