Looking for ways to stretch your travel dollars while visiting a major U.S. city so you can indulge in plenty of great food, explore iconic attractions, take in the local culture, and maybe even enjoy a world-class performance or two? With seemingly endless options for food and fun along with the typical high prices found in major Metropolitan areas, it may seem as though a trip to a big city is bound to strain your travel budget. So to help you plan an amazing experience without overspending, we’ve put together some suggestions on ways to bypass inflated prices—while still enjoying the best of what a big city has to offer.