{"id":69600,"date":"2020-11-25T07:37:11","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T11:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=69600"},"modified":"2025-09-02T00:41:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T04:41:19","slug":"3-fascinating-road-trip-destinations-close-to-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/69600\/3-fascinating-road-trip-destinations-close-to-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Fascinating Road Trip Destinations Close to NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"
A study released by the American Psychological Association<\/a> claimed that 32% of New Yorkers have higher stress levels than they did in 2010. Known as \u201cThe City That Never Sleeps<\/a>\u201d, New York City is home to people who are working tirelessly to achieve their dreams. However, working non-stop can lead to a spike in a person\u2019s stress levels, and if it\u2019s not dealt with immediately, a person\u2019s health can be affected.<\/div>\n
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Travelling is among the top activities that you can make to decrease your stress. If you\u2019re living in New York and need a quick getaway, there are plenty of routes to take from the city. Check out these three picks we chose for awesome road trip destinations close to NYC. <\/div>\n

3 Fascinating Road Trip Destinations Close to NYC :<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Niagara Falls, New York<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Niagara Falls is arguably the best waterfalls anyone can find in the United States, and luckily for you, it\u2019s just a few hours away from New York City. Niagara Falls is famous for its sheer power and popularity.<\/div>\n
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Sightseeing is not the only thing you can do here though. his place offers a plethora of fun activities that you can enjoy, such as getting splashed while riding on the Maid of the Mist, guided wine tours, and many more.<\/div>\n
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Niagara Falls is in between the border of Ontario, Canada, and the state of New York. To get there, you’ll need a durable vehicle to handle the rough terrains and travel 400 miles north of the city.<\/div>\n

2. Westerly, Rhode Island<\/strong><\/h3>\n
There is a quote that says \u201cIt\u2019s the journey, not the destination.\u201d This quote resonates with people that enjoy coastal road trips, and that\u2019s exactly what the road trip to Westerly, Rhode Island offers.<\/div>\n
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Westerly, Rhode Islands is famous to New York City dwellers for its long and beautiful coastal roads<\/a> that can take the stress off of your mind and body. Upon reaching Westerly, Rhode Island after driving approximately 2 and a half hours from New York City, you can drive around and enjoy what the area has to offer.<\/div>\n
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Some places to visit should include the Watch Hill Lighthouse, the Napatree Point Conservation Area, and the Misquamicut State Beach.<\/div>\n
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Watch this video about Westerly:<\/strong><\/div>\n