College towns 101

Lawrence, KS
Home to the Jayhawks of the University of Kansas, Lawrence enjoys a riverfront location and a downtown core that harks back to a time gone by. Don't miss a walking tour through Old West Lawrence, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Check out charming Massachusetts Street for unique dining and shopping, or celebrate the arts with a visit to one of the city's galleries or theaters. If you're into outdoor pursuits, nearby Clinton Lake offers opportunities or swimming, boating, hiking, biking or fishing. Kids will love a visit to Googols of Fun, an "edutainment" center for all ages.

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Madison, WI
Perched on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is a small city well known for its rabid University of Wisconsin sports fans. If you're in town during football season, soak up the energy during a game at the Badgers' 80,300-seat stadium. But even if you're not a sports fan, Madison offers plenty of sights to see, including an art museum (located inside the Civic Center), the State Capitol building, and two buildings designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright: the Unitarian Meeting House and the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Shoppers can hit pedestrian-only State Street for unique stores and sidewalk cafes, or pay a visit to the Saturday morning farmers' market on Capitol Square. Cap off your visit with a leisurely bike ride around Lake Monona or Lake Mendota.

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Princeton, NJ
Known mainly for its world-class university, Princeton is a charming, relaxing town filled with historic buildings and tree-lined streets. Don't miss a stroll along the main drag, Nassau Street, where you'll find bookstores and boutiques, as well as Bainbridge House, home to the Historical Society of Princeton; take a quick tour through their museum for some background on the town's history. Then head over to nearby Princeton University with its famous bronze tigers at the entrance to Nassau Hall. Wander among the ivy-covered stone Gothic buildings and towering shade trees en route to the on-campus art museum. Other Princeton sights include the mansions along Library Place and the Delaware-Raritan Canal, a great place to bike, paddle or jog. For a quick bite, don't miss local institutions like PJ's Pancake House, Thomas Sweet (for ice cream) or Hoagie Haven.

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