Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: St. Uttgart

Accommodation

$25-60 per night

Hostels with shared dormitories, budget guesthouses, or shared rooms in residential areas

Food & Dining

$20-40 per day

Self-catering from supermarkets, university cafeterias, bakeries, and casual local eateries

Transportation

$8-18 per day

Public transport passes (S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses), walking, occasional bike rentals

Activities

$5-25 per day

Free walking tours, public parks, free museums on certain days, self-guided exploration

Purchase a Stuttgart Card for public transport and museum discounts, typically saving 20-40% on attractions

Shop at discount supermarket chains instead of convenience stores for 40-60% savings on groceries

Eat lunch at university cafeterias which are open to public, usually 50-70% cheaper than tourist restaurants

Visit museums on designated free days or evening discount hours for 50-100% savings on entry fees

Use public transport day passes instead of single tickets for 30-50% savings on transportation costs

Book accommodation outside the city center and commute in, typically 25-45% cheaper with minimal travel time

Take advantage of happy hour pricing at restaurants, generally 20-40% off food and drinks

Eating only in Königstrasse tourist area instead of residential neighborhoods, typically paying 80-150% markup

Taking taxis everywhere instead of excellent public transport system, costing 300-500% more per trip

Booking accommodation during major trade fairs without checking dates, often paying 200-400% premium rates

Buying single transport tickets instead of day or multi-day passes, typically paying 40-80% more over time