Mid-Range Travel Guide: Syria
The sweet spot of travel - comfortable accommodations, diverse dining, and quality experiences without breaking the bank
Daily Budget: $80-200 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for mid-range travel in Syria
Accommodation
$35-85 per night
Comfortable hotels, boutique guesthouses, private rooms in restored traditional houses
Food & Dining
$15-35 per day
Mix of local restaurants and tourist-oriented dining, traditional Syrian cuisine, occasional international food
Transportation
$10-30 per day
Private taxis, car rentals for day trips, mix of public and private transport
Activities
$20-50 per day
Guided tours of historical sites, museum entries, cultural experiences, day trips to nearby attractions
Currency: SYP Syrian Pound (though USD is widely accepted and often preferred for tourism services)
Mid-Range Activities in Syria
Curated experiences perfect for your mid-range travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local neighborhood restaurants instead of tourist areas - typically 40-60% cheaper with more authentic food
Use public buses and shared taxis (servis) instead of private taxis - usually 70-80% savings on transportation costs
Stay in guesthouses in residential areas rather than city centers - generally 30-50% lower accommodation costs
Shop for snacks and water at local markets rather than tourist sites - typically 50-70% cheaper
Visit mosques and walk through old city quarters for free cultural experiences instead of paid tours
Travel during shoulder seasons when possible - accommodation can be 20-40% cheaper than peak times
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Only eating in hotel restaurants or tourist districts - typically costs 100-200% more than local establishments
Taking private taxis for all transportation instead of learning the public transport system - can triple daily transport costs
Not carrying small bills for local purchases - vendors often cannot make change, leading to overpaying