Rhode Island, known as the Ocean State has countless historic and entertaining attractions to engage visitors. Located 180 miles or approximately three hours from New York City, Rhode Island is an ideal place to visit for an overnight trip. Accommodations can be made at the many Bed and Breakfast inns, Campgrounds, Beachfront hotels, or lovely cottages located throughout the seven regions of the State. Whether visitor choose to stay in Blackstone Valley, Black Island, East Bay, Newport, Providence, Warwick, or South County it will be simple to find things to do and see. Each region has a significant number of historic landmarks, like the famous Gildred Age Newport Mansions, once home to wealthy New Yorkers during summer months. Rhode Island has many museums, art galleries, nature walks and scenic tours to visit.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island Tourism Division
315 Iron Horse Way, Suite 101
Providence, RI 02908
1-800-250-7384
visitrhodeisland.com
Overnight trips to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a popular excursion for those living in the New York Metro Area. Philadelphia is only 1.5 hours away from New York and that makes it an appealing location for a quick overnight getaway. Visitors will find many attractions and eateries in the Philadelphia area to keep them occupied during their stay. Philadelphia is home to historic landmarks and popular places such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Valley Forge National Historical Park, Franklin Square, the Rocky Statue and famous Philly cheese-steak restaurants Ginos and Pats. The City of brotherly love wants to keep many visitors enjoying overnight trips to Philadelphia by offering the special Philly Overnight Packages on the official visitors website.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation
30 S. 17th St.
Suite 1710
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-599-0776
visitphilly.com
Atlantic City, NJ is 120 miles away from New York and takes about 2.5 hours to reach the city. Reaching Atlantic City is relatively easy due to the many transportation options available from New York. Once visitors arrive, the entertainment and attractions at Atlantic City seem limitless with 11 casinos, the beach, amusements park and restaurants. Guests can take in a show, as many well-known comedians, singers and entertainers frequently perform at the auditoriums and hotels.
Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority
2314 Pacific Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
609-348-7100
atlanticcitynj.com
