Weekend escape ideas for New Yorkers?

Question

What is a good weekend escape for a New Yorker?

Answer 1

Providence, RI is approximately three hours from Manhattan (short enough for a weekend trip) and has a broad spectrum of dining, shopping, cultural and entertainment options - all within walking distance of each other.



The fare is roughly US$85.00 round trip.

http://www.peterpanbus.com/tickets/schedules-and-fares.php



There is also the Roger Williams Park Zoo if you are going with kids.

Answer 2

I'm a former New Yorker. I now live in the Philadelphia area. There's a lot to do and see around here.

Answer 3

If you have a car---



Vermont

Rhode Island ( newport)

Cape Cod

Catskills

Hamptons ( if you have money to blow)

Poconos



No car-- train or bus



Jersey Shore/Atlantic City

Washington DC

Boston