Chicago Trip Budget Calculator

Estimate your total travel costs for Chicago, from Skydeck reservations to hotel taxes. Prices are in USD, with an approximate EUR and GBP conversion.

Travel style

Backpacker Hostels, supermarkets, local transit Mid-Range Standard hotels, restaurants, occasional taxis Luxury Michigan Avenue or Gold Coast hotels, private drivers

Your estimated budget

Daily cost 318 USD ≈ 279 EUR

Total trip cost 2,223 USD ≈ 1956 EUR

Daily breakdown

Accommodation 160 USD / day Standard double hotel room ≈ 141 EUR / day

Food 65 USD / day Sit-down restaurants ≈ 57 EUR / day

Transport 15 USD / day Shuttle + occasional taxi ≈ 13 EUR / day

Activities 45 USD / day Paid attractions, tours ≈ 40 EUR / day

Activities per day 33 USD / day Architecture & river cruises, Museums & attractions ≈ 29 EUR / day

Estimates based on typical 2026 prices. Actual costs vary by season and neighbourhood. The activities total is averaged across your selected extras.