Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: Estonia

Accommodation

$15-35 per night

Dorm beds in hostels, budget guesthouses, shared bathrooms, basic amenities

Food & Dining

$12-25 per day

Self-catering from supermarkets, local cafeterias, simple restaurants, occasional street food

Transportation

$3-12 per day

Public buses, walking, occasional regional buses, bike rentals

Activities

$5-20 per day

Free walking tours, public parks, beaches, occasional museum entries, self-guided exploration

Shop at local supermarkets instead of tourist convenience stores for 40-60% savings on food and drinks

Use public buses and trains instead of taxis for 70-80% savings on transportation costs

Book accommodation outside city centers for typically 30-50% lower rates while still accessing attractions easily

Eat lunch at local cafeterias and canteens rather than tourist restaurants for 50-70% cheaper meals

Visit free attractions like parks, beaches, and historic old towns instead of paid tourist sites

Buy groceries and prepare some meals yourself if accommodation has kitchen facilities

Take advantage of happy hour pricing at restaurants, typically 20-40% discounts on food and drinks

Eating exclusively in tourist areas and hotel restaurants instead of local establishments (typically 100-200% markup)

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using efficient public transportation (300-500% more expensive)

Not researching free activities and attractions, missing opportunities to save $20-50 daily on entertainment

Booking accommodation at the last minute during peak season (typically 50-100% higher rates)

Exchanging money at airports or tourist areas instead of banks or ATMs (usually 5-15% worse rates)