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How Much Does San Antonio Cost?
A complete daily budget breakdown for San Antonio — from backpacker to luxury traveler.
Quick Budget Summary
Budget
$65
/day
$455 for 7 days
Mid-Range
$140
/day
$980 for 7 days
Luxury
$340
/day
$2380 for 7 days
Current Hotel Prices
Daily Cost Breakdown
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
Accommodation
$23
Hostels, guesthouses
$56
3-star hotels, Airbnb
$153
5-star hotels, boutiques
Food
$20
Street food, diners
$35
Casual restaurants
$68
Fine dining
Transport
$10
Public transit, walking
$21
Metro + occasional rideshare
$51
Private car, Uber Black
Activities
$13
Free museums, parks
$28
Paid attractions, tours
$68
VIP experiences, private guides
Total / Day
$65
$140
$340
Money-Saving Tips for San Antonio
- ✓Walk the San Antonio River Walk at night — the canal lined with restaurants and bars is free and beautiful
- ✓The Alamo is free and takes 45 minutes — go first thing in the morning to beat tour groups
- ✓Mission San Jose (5 min south) is less crowded than the Alamo and architecturally more impressive
- ✓Eat Tex-Mex at Mi Tierra in Market Square — open since 1941, runs 24 hours a day
- ✓Visit during shoulder season (March to May, October to November) for the best balance of weather and prices
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