You have been grinding all week and have barely had a chance to come up for air. Before you know it, the weekend has arrived. You know you need a break, but you haven’t planned anything.
Does this often happen to you? Some of the trip ideas we recommend on this site require a reservation made well in advance. In this collection, we highlight the trips where it’s possible to just show up.
Keep in mind that we organize our trips with an overnight stay for one or two nights in mind. While the attractions in this collection might not require a reservation, it’s always a good idea to make a reservation for lodging. But the more traveled destinations will have a lot of lodging options, and you can often find vacancies somewhere the day of your arrival. You may even score a good deal for making a last-minute reservation.
Sure, a last-minute weekend getaway may feel kind of chaotic, especially after a busy week. But that’s part of the adventure!
Eat Oysters at Their Freshest in Tomales Bay
Bring Your Camera for Mustard Season in Napa
Explore Fascinating Museums in Golden Gate Park
Laugh and Skate with Charlie Brown and Snoopy in Santa Rosa
Tour the Cheese Trail in Marin and Sonoma
