Weekend Getaways

New York has many exciting getaways and weekend trips!

You can fit many more New York adventures into two days than you think you can. A weekend is the perfect amount of time to explore breweries and baseball history in Cooperstown, hike the high peaks of Adirondack Park, kick back in the Catskills, or ski, snowboard, and channel your inner Olympian in Lake Placid. Pack the most fun into your family's weekend getaway by following our itineraries highlighted below, complete with recommendations on family-friendly activities and how to get there. Interested in spending more time in New York State? Make it a long weekend. And remember that you're always welcome back!

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NYC Car-Free Getaways

We've rounded up 12 easy family-friendly getaways from NYC—without needing a car! more
Weekend in Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen is a wonderful example of a small town in upstate New York with a big story! more
Weekend in Sleepy Hollow

From haunted happenings to outdoor adventure: This Hudson Valley gem is a perfect fall escape. more
Weekend in Jamestown

Visit Jamestown to see the new-in-2018 National Comedy Center! more
Weekend in Binghamton

Binghamton is a happening place that fosters creativity and exploration. more
Weekend in Seneca Falls

Get to know the charming Finger Lakes town where radical social history was made. more
Weekend in the Adirondacks

Hike the High Peaks, cruise Lake George, and explore Lake Placid this weekend. more
Weekend in Cooperstown

Cooperstown has a reputation for being all about baseball but it has so much more to offer. more
Weekend in Cold Spring

This charming Hudson Valley town makes for a perfect autumn weekend escape. more
Weekend in New Paltz

From cozy breweries and village eateries to scenic parks, there's a lot to love. more
Weekend in Hunter

Hunter is a top-notch weekend rendezvous at a top altitude with a world-class zipline. more
Weekend in Beacon

The town of Beacon has grown into an art-lover’s paradise and a popular getaway. more