Mid-Range Travel Guide: Nantes

Accommodation

$55-120 per night

Private rooms in 2-3 star hotels, boutique guesthouses, apartment rentals, business hotels

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Mix of local restaurants, traditional crêperies, casual dining, some wine bars, occasional fine dining

Transportation

$8-25 per day

Combination of public transport, occasional taxis, bike rentals, some ride-sharing

Activities

$25-60 per day

Paid museum entries, guided tours, Loire Valley day trips, cultural activities, wine tastings

Shop at local markets and supermarkets instead of tourist areas - typically 40-60% cheaper for food

Use the TAN public transport network instead of taxis - saves 70-80% on transportation costs

Visit museums on first Sunday mornings when many offer free admission

Eat lunch at local brasseries rather than dinner - same food typically costs 30-50% less

Book accommodation in residential areas rather than city center - usually 25-40% cheaper

Take advantage of happy hour at wine bars typically 4-7pm for 30-50% drink discounts

Use bike-sharing systems for short trips - much cheaper than taxis and faster than walking

Eating only in the historic Bouffay district tourist zone - typically 100-150% markup over local neighborhoods

Taking taxis for all transportation instead of the efficient tram system - costs 4-5x more

Booking last-minute accommodation during events like La Folle Journée - prices increase 200-300%

Only doing organized tours instead of self-guided exploration - guided tours typically cost 3-4x more

Drinking wine only at restaurants instead of wine bars during happy hour - restaurant markup is typically 200-400%