Millions of Americans will drive over Labor Day weekend, but New Yorkers without cars can take short, public-transit escapes under two hours. Trains and ferries provide sustainable alternatives to driving for quick holiday getaways. Beacon is reachable by Metro-North in about 90 minutes and features Dia:Beacon, notable modern artworks, a lively dining scene with many vegetarian options, and Dennings Point Distillery for tours and tastings. Philadelphia is accessible by Amtrak in roughly 90 minutes from Penn Station, marketed toward history buffs, with one-way fares ranging from about $15 for late-night trains to $118 for daytime trips.
Hop onto the Metro-North at Grand Central and enjoy a rural ride upstate along the Hudson River. Exit the train at the Beacon station to explore this quaint part of Dutchess County known for its art scene and dining scene, too. Begin the day at Dia:Beacon, a modern art museum that's a short walk from the train station. This super-Instagrammable museum is home to pieces including Renée Green's colorful The Equator Has Moved, a collection of sculptures by Kishio Suga and Andy Warhol's abstract Shadows.
Millions of Americans are going to gas up their cars and hit the road to travel this Labor Day weekend. But as a New Yorker, you're likely not one of them. If you're among the car-less or the careless who didn't book a rental car before they sold out, have no fear: You can still find a relaxing holiday weekend getaway without getting into the driver's seat.
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