Mid-Range Travel Guide: Asuncion
The sweet spot of travel - comfortable accommodations, diverse dining, and quality experiences without breaking the bank
Daily Budget: $90-235 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for mid-range travel in Asuncion
Accommodation
$35-85 per night
Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, business hotels with amenities
Food & Dining
$20-50 per day
Mix of local restaurants, tourist-area eateries, hotel breakfasts, occasional fine dining
Transportation
$10-30 per day
Mix of public transport, taxis, rideshares, occasional car rentals for day trips
Activities
$25-70 per day
Guided tours, museum entries, cultural sites, day trips to nearby attractions
Currency: ₲ Paraguayan Guaraní (PYG) - though many tourist services also quote in USD
Mid-Range Activities in Asuncion
Curated experiences perfect for your mid-range travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local comedores and markets instead of tourist areas for typically 60-80% savings on meals
Use public buses for city transport instead of taxis - usually 5-8x cheaper for getting around
Stay in neighborhoods outside the historic center for accommodation savings of 30-50%
Buy groceries and prepare some meals yourself if staying in places with kitchen access
Visit free attractions like public plazas, parks, and some cultural sites before paying for tours
Travel during shoulder seasons for accommodation discounts of 20-40% compared to peak times
Book accommodation directly with properties for potential 10-20% savings over booking platforms
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the bus system - can triple your transport costs unnecessarily
Eating only in the historic tourist center where prices are typically 100-150% higher than local areas
Not carrying cash as many local establishments don't accept cards, forcing you to use expensive tourist-oriented places
Booking accommodation last-minute during peak season when prices can be 200-300% higher than advance bookings