Healthy Snacks to Pack for Your City Trip
Healthy Snacks to Pack for Your City Trip
City trips are fun… until you suddenly realise you haven’t eaten for six hours and your only options are doughnuts, pretzels, or something that comes in a paper bag dripping with oil. Packing your own snacks makes your trip easier, healthier, and honestly much cheaper. And when you’re walking 10,000–20,000 steps a day, you’ll want something better than gas-station snacks to keep you going.
Nuts and trail mix
A small handful of almonds, cashews, or mixed nuts keeps you full and gives you long-lasting energy. Go for unsalted and unsweetened versions — city trips already have enough temptations, no need to add extra sugar.
Protein bars (with a simple ingredient list)
Not all bars are created equal. Choose ones with 10–20g of protein and minimal fillers. Great when you’re jumping between museums, parks and metro lines. They also save you when your “quick coffee break” turns into lunch by accident.
Fresh fruit
Apples, oranges and bananas are perfect travel snacks: cheap, durable, and no refrigeration needed. And if you’re in a city with great local markets — Lisbon, Bangkok, Tokyo — pick up something seasonal to level up your snack game.
Rice cakes or whole-grain crackers
Light, crunchy and perfect with a squeeze of peanut butter or a slice of cheese from a local deli. They won’t weigh your bag down, and they keep you going without the mid-afternoon crash.
Beef jerky or biltong
Lean protein in your pocket. Ideal when you’re in between meals or walking long distances. Just avoid the versions loaded with sugar — some taste like candy for a reason.
Greek yogurt (for hotel or Airbnb mornings)
If you have a fridge, Greek yogurt is a lifesaver: high protein, low fuss. Add fruit or nuts and you’ve got a balanced breakfast before heading out for a full day of exploring.
Hard-boiled eggs
Not the sexiest snack, but extremely effective. Two eggs keep you full for hours. Just pack them in a small container — your bag (and the people around you) will thank you.
Dark chocolate
You’re on holiday. A little treat makes the long walks even better. Choose 70% or higher — richer taste, less sugar, and still fits the “healthy-ish” category.
Why packing snacks matters
Healthy snacks help you avoid random fast-food stops, save money, and keep your energy steady during packed days of sightseeing. They also make it easier to stay on track with your fitness goals — especially if you pair good nutrition with staying at a hotel that has a proper gym.
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