11 Of The Best East Coast Weekend Getaways
The East Coast of the USA is full of incredible places to explore, from charming coastal towns to vibrant cities and scenic mountain escapes. This post rounds up 11 of the very best East Coast getaways, showcasing both must-visit destinations on the East Coast and amazing spots you can easily travel to from it. Whether you’re craving a relaxing beach weekend, a culture-packed city break, or a cozy nature escape, these destinations are perfect for a quick, memorable trip without venturing too far from home.
1. Iceland
Iceland is an amazing destination that you can see in a short period of time. Reykjavik is only a five hour flight from Boston. You can find really cheap flights if you are leaving from NYC or Boston on PLAY Airlines and Icelandair.
You can see a lot of Iceland in as little as two days. Make sure to see the Blue Lagoon, explore the south coast of Iceland, checkout downtown Reykjavik and do a golden circle tour. Iceland has so much to offer and flights tend to be quite cheap from the east coast USA.
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2. Boston, Massachusetts
My home city of Boston is a lovely destination for a weekend getaway on the East Coast. Boston is home to european architecture, amazing restaurants, incredible sports teams, some of the best universities in the world, and more. While in Boston don't miss The North End, Faneuil Hall, Beacon Hill, The Seaport, Acorn Street, Newbury Street, and Cambridge.
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3. Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is a great place for an east coast city break. The US Capital is the perfect place to go if you are interested in learning more about the US as it is full of historical landmarks. While in Washington D.C. make sure to visit the Lincoln Memorial and the National Mall.
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4. Delray Beach, Florida
About an hour and a half north of Miami is the stunning Delray Beach. Home to white sand beaches, lovely restaurants, cute boutiques, and more - Delray Beach is a hidden gem on Florida's east coast. After spending a month in Delray Beach it is safe to say that it is my favorite place in Florida.
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5. London, England
I know going to London for a weekend getaway sounds crazy, but you would be surprised how much you can see of a place in a couple of days. You can find cheap flights from all over the east coast on Norse Atlantic Airlines to London. Leave on a Thursday night and arrive on Friday ready to hit the ground running. You will be able to see so much of London in a short period of time.
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6. The Bahamas
Weather you are craving sun or just need a change of scenery, The Bahamas is the perfect east coast weekend getaway! The Bahamas is a short flight away from any of the states on the east coast (from Florida you can get Nassau in an hour). You can totally do the Bahamas in a weekend.
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7. New Orleans
New Orleans is a great option for your east coast weekend getaway. There is so much culture in New Orleans from the southern food to martigas. Make sure to checkout Bourbon Street and the French Quarter while in New Orleans. You can find cheap flights on Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airlines from cities all along the east coast.
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8. Bermuda
Bermuda is an amazing destination located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Home to pink sand beaches, rum swizzles, top notch resorts, and plenty to to Bermuda is an unforgettable destination. This 22 mile long English territory is a perfect weekend getaway in the fall or summer. Bermuda is only a two hour flight from New York City, Boston, and Charlotte. The best airlines to fly to Bermuda are Jetblue, American, and Bermudair.
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9. Savannah, GA
Savannah, Georgia is such a wonderful place to visit because of the gorgeous weeping willows, history, and adorable downtown area. While in Savannah be sure to visit Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery, and the Cathedral Basilica.
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10. Charleston, SC
You have to visit the charming city of Charleston, South Carolina at least once in your life. Make sure to explore King Street and take a picture with the famous Charleston Pineapple.
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11. The Cape & Islands
There is nothing like summer on The Cape & Islands. The Cape & Islands are Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. My favorite towns on Cape Cod include Harwich, Brewster, Chatham, Orleans, and Provincetown. If you are looking to save money stay on the cape as Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard can be super expensive!
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11 Of The Best East Coast Weekend Trips Wrap Up
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Written By Daisy MacLellan
This post all about the 11 of the best east coast weekend trips was written by Daisy MacLellan. Daisy is the owner and main content writer of Daisies Abroad. She is from Boston, Massachusetts an loves her pomeranian, Latte. You will find Daisy exploring different countries or in a local cafe blogging.
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