If you’re looking for a historic New York Getaway then New Paltz is a great place to go! Since the town is home to the University of New York at New Paltz it is a college town that has been around since 1678.
Lake Placid is a bit further from NYC than some of our other suggestions–but it is beyond worth the drive. The town of Lake Placid is nestled among the gorgeous, green Adirondack Mountains. It hosted the Winter Olympics in 1932 and in 1980.
Montauk is a great place to enjoy the beach without having to go too far from the City. You don’t even have to leave Long Island! Just drive yourself all the way to the end of it.
The Catskills are the best location for adventurous locations full of scenic views, skiing, and mountain-oriented sports.
If you haven’t gotten the point yet, New York is more than New York City. We have a plethora of gorgeous views, scenic mountains, lakes, the Atlantic and adventure!