You may be surprised how quickly the skyline gives way to tree-lined rivers and ocean breezes once you roll out of New York City. In roughly 90 minutes (or less), Metro-North and Long Island Railroad trains can whisk you from concrete canyons to kayak docks on the Hudson, sculpture gardens in leafy hamlets, or an Atlantic-side boardwalk, no parking spot required. Tickets are a tap away in any rail-line app or at station kiosks, and a short stroll or quick rideshare handles the last mile. Choose your track and discover four car-free getaways where Black culture, Black-owned cuisine, and scenic escapes come together.
Experience Black Culture on These Car-Free Getaways from NYC
