{"id":14972,"date":"2018-05-28T14:47:38","date_gmt":"2018-05-28T18:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=14972"},"modified":"2023-11-07T13:53:19","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T18:53:19","slug":"summer-getaways-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/city-guides\/nyc\/moving-guide\/summer-getaways-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Car-Free Summer Getaways from NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Summertime is around the corner, which means one thing for most NYC locals \u2013\u2013 \u2018tis the season to escape New York City. If you\u2019re a New Yorker aching to leave the city on weekends but stuck without a set of wheels, you\u2019re in luck. Even if you live in the Big Apple and don\u2019t own a car, or haven\u2019t passed that driver\u2019s test yet, getting out of the city by bus or train couldn\u2019t be simpler. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the beach to the mountains, and every type of destination in between, you have a long list of places ready and waiting for you. These nine summer getaways from NYC will surely provide the R&R that you\u2019ll be looking for this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. City Island in The Bronx, a quaint fishing village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Yes, I know. City Island is technically in New York City \u2013\u2013 it\u2019s in the Bronx, after all. But, you\u2019ll feel miles away from any noise or urban scene in this seaside oasis. City Island feels more like a quaint fishing village than it does a New York neighborhood. Take the 6 train to Pelham Bay and the Bx29 bus to City Island. Travel time is about 75-90 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Boston, MA, for a charming New England getaway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Boston is a city, but it\u2019s a much smaller city than New York, and spending a weekend in this New England hub can give you enough opportunity to recharge. Cambridge, where Harvard is located, feels like a small college town, and, historic Beacon Hill is one of the most charming neighborhoods you\u2019ll ever lay eyes on. For less than $30 round trip, you can ride the Chinatown Bus, only to arrive in the heart of Boston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Rhinebeck, NY, in the picturesque Hudson Valley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This picturesque village in the Hudson Valley boasts shops, restaurants, galleries, and bed & breakfasts. Ride the Amtrak Empire Train to the Rhinecliff\/Kingston Station, and take a taxi to downtown Rhinebeck, which is about two miles away. The other option is to ride the Shortline Bus. Departing twice daily, the trip takes about three hours. Either way, you\u2019ll adore all this Duchess County town has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Beach Getaway to Fire Island, NY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If sunsets and sugar-sand beaches aren\u2019t enough, the best part of spending a weekend on this slender island off the coast of Long Island is the lack of traffic. No vehicles are permitted on Fire Island, so you\u2019ll revert to a simpler time as you make your way on foot, by ferry and bicycle. Take the LIRR to Babylon, Patchogue, or Bellport (depending on what Fire Island town you\u2019re heading to), and then board the Fire Island Ferry. Another great option is the NYC Beach Bus, an express shuttle that departs from Union Square (9 a.m.) and Williamsburg (9:15 a.m.) and leaves Fire Island at 5 p.m. to head back to NYC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Asbury Park, NJ, a fun and funky beach town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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New Jersey Transit trains are clean and comfy, for public transportation. Make your way to Penn Station and escape to this fun and funky beach town. Take the North Jersey Coast Line, and cabs should be waiting at the station once you arrive in Asbury Park. Trains run often, especially during the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Mildford, PA, in the Pocono Mountains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You won\u2019t need a vehicle to see the highlights of this little Poconos town. You can easily navigate the downtown on foot and getting there is a breeze on the Shortline\/CoachUSA bus. Be surrounded by mountains yet have access to delicious food, antiques, and art galleries. Milford is a little bit of small city meets the country and travel time is less than two and a half hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Relax along the Coastline of Mystic, CT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hop the Amtrak to this charming town along the Connecticut coastline \u2013\u2013 the ideal spot to unwind and de-stress. Browse the cute shops; peruse the Mystic Seaport, and grab a pizza slice at the world-famous Mystic Pizza. Since there\u2019s plenty to do in the walkable downtown area, you won\u2019t need a car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Laid back getaway to Montauk, NY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Located at the very tip of Long Island, Montauk is considered the Hamptons but is more laid back than most of the other towns along the South Fork. Travel time on the Jitney exceeds three hours, and depending on the time of day and where you board, can be as much as four hours. Meanwhile, if you opt for the LIRR, the ride will still be about three hours. Still, don\u2019t let the commute stop you from visiting this beautiful hamlet \u2013\u2013also known as \u201cThe End\u201d by locals \u2013\u2013 characterized by jagged cliffs, serene beaches, and shingled houses. Sounds heavenly because it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Atlantic City, NJ, for beach time and gambling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A town known for gaming, beaches, and the country\u2019s first boardwalk, AC is easily accessed by taking the Greyhound Bus or the Hampton Jitney. Considered the \u201cGambling Capital of the East Coast,\u201d you can try your hand at Blackjack, Roulette, or if you\u2019re not a big spender, the slot machines. Skip the games altogether and relax, stroll or bike on the boards, shop, dine, and, most importantly, soak up the sun along the Atlantic coastline. Trip time from NYC is about two and a half hours.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Summertime is around the corner, which means one thing for most NYC locals \u2013\u2013 \u2018tis the season to escape New York City. If you\u2019re a New Yorker aching to leave the city on weekends but stuck without a set of wheels, you\u2019re in luck. Even if you live in the Big Apple and don\u2019t own […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[637,643],"tags":[1118],"class_list":["post-14972","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-nyc","category-moving-guide","tag-summer-getaways-from-nyc"],"yoast_head":"\r\n9 Car-Free Summer Getaways from NYC | The Storage Space<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"No car? No problem. These nine summer getaways from NYC are but a short ride via bus or train. 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