Under $100: Sucre, Bolivia

The colonial Bolivian city of Sucre is a popular place for many travelers to unwind and learn Spanish, or simply enjoy the laid-back atmosphere.

One of the best breakfast spots is Abi’s Cafe, a joint venture from a Belgian-Bolivian ownership team that take great pride in their restaurant and the food it serves. Choose from an extensive menu, with good coffee, and expect to spend less than $10 for a feast.

Get to know the city by strolling around the historic center and appreciating the colonial-era architecture. Parque Bolivar and the court building are particularly beautiful. Stop in at the Museo del Arte Moderno, which houses a collection of work predominantly produced by Bolivian artists.

For lunch, head to El Carmen, a tiny restaurant specializing in vegetarian food. Options are available for carnivores, but the lunch special is usually delicious enough to satisfy any palate ($5). After lunch, shop for woolen goods and tapestries produced in indigenous communities around Sucre, perfect for souvenirs ($30).

Those with a sweet tooth should definitely stop by famous chocolate shop Chocolates Para Ti, where expert chocolatiers have been honing their recipes for the past 25 years. Indulge yourself with some of the plentiful chocolate treats ($8).

Later on eat at Florin, which offers a mixture of Bolivian and international dishes in cozy surroundings. Later in the evening, the venue converts into a bar with live music and decent drink deals, and it’s worth sticking around ($25).

Night owls should then head over to Stigma, a favorite hangout with wealthier local youth (beers $1.50), to round out the day.