Under $100: Princeton, N.J.

Fuel your day of sightseeing and exploring historic Princeton’s downtown business district, charming shops and renowned museums with breakfast at Café 44, serving staples like waffles, pancakes, French toast and bagels with egg and cheese from $4. PJ’s Pancake House is another popular spot for breakfast, offering its famous fluffy pancakes from $8.50 and outdoor bistro-style seating.

Following breakfast, take a walk through Princeton University and the historic Borough of Princeton to explore the city’s history. For inexpensive fun, visit Princeton Canoe & Kayak Rental, close to downtown and the city’s Dinky Train Station. Rates start from $12 for an hour of kayaking and $15 for an hour of canoeing.

For a filling lunch, stop at Hoagie Haven on Nassau Street. A Princeton institution since the 1970s, the Haven was the first venue in the Princeton area to serve up large hoagies. Hoagies at the no-frills eatery start from $3.50 for a half and $6 for a whole.

For visitors with an interest in arts and culture, Princeton offers a variety of museums, opera performances and musicals. One of the finest art museums in the country, Princeton University Art Museum offers free admission to a collection of more than 68,000 works, ranging from ancient to contemporary art. A short walk from Princeton University’s campus, Morven Museum & Garden boasts access to two floors of galleries featuring the finest art, history and culture from New Jersey’s rich past for the price of $6. For a dance or theater performance, visit the Lewis Center for the Arts, which offers free admission to many events.

Finish your day with locally grown food, craft beer and pub games at Triumph Brewing Company. Entrees start from $17 and in-house brews start from $4.