California is one of the most visited states in the entire country. People from the United States and international travelers flock to the west coast for the sun, beautiful scenery and stunning coastline. On average, California sees over 200 million visitors every single year. This number fluctuates, but it is expected to continue rising. While Los Angeles, San Diego and other major cities attract a majority of the tourists, there are some hidden gems within California. San Ramon is a beautiful town located a short drive from San Francisco and Sacramento. This city is in Contra Costa County and is surrounded by beautiful scenery. Here are a few tips regarding travel costs in San Ramon.

Hotels 

When traveling to San Ramon, it is recommended to stay in a hotel. There are other accommodation options, but hotels typically offer the best value in this city. San Ramon hotels vary greatly in price depending on what kind of quality and experience guests would prefer. On the lower end, visitors can pay anywhere between $80 and $100 for a full-sized room with a double or queen bed. Some of these more affordable hotels will resemble more of a motel style. Visitors looking for higher quality can spend between $200 and $250. However, a majority of hotels in this area will only cost travelers $150 per night for a full-sized room and private bathroom. All of these rooms come with normal amenities and are a fine size for an entire family.

Food

Despite being a relatively small city, San Ramon has a rather eclectic range of cuisine. Travelers can choose among Italian, Hawaiian, Mexican and even Vietnamese restaurants. There are some local options as well and standard chain restaurants that are common in California. As a smaller town, San Ramon’s prices will be slightly lower on average when compared to major cities in the state. A family of four can easily get a quality meal for under $75. When dining alone, most meals would cost $10 on average. There are fancier restaurants with a higher quality dining experience for those who want to splurge. Visitors who are operating on a budget can also find some lower-cost options that still deliver on flavor and quality.

Transportation

As a smaller city in California, San Ramon is very limited when it comes to public transportation. In order to get around the city, travelers will either have to walk, rent a bike or take a vehicle. There are a few places that rent bicycles for around $20 per day. Visitors flying into California will most likely arrive in Sacramento or San Francisco. Rental cars can be arranged at these airports before driving to San Ramon. Depending on the size of the vehicle, travelers can expect to pay anywhere between $50 and $100 per day plus insurance and gas. Since San Ramon is such a small city, everything can be reached by foot. This is a great way to enjoy the city without having to spend any money on transportation.

While California is famous for its larger cities, San Ramon still captures the natural beauty of the southern portion of this state. Families traveling to this city will find that it is much more affordable when compared to other places in California. Hotels, food and transportation will all be a lot cheaper in San Ramon.