Sometimes, you want to get away for a day or a weekend, but you can’t—or don’t want to—drive. Fortunately, between regional transit, the ferry system, and Amtrak, there are plenty of options that don’t require a car at all.

Of course, there are some bigger cities that are transit-accessible for a little getaway: think Bremerton, Tacoma, Bellingham, or Olympia. But there’s something about exploring a small town that makes a little vacation extra special.

Here are a few ideas for car-free trips around Seattle—typically with just one or two routes to keep your vacay low-stress. Even for those with their own ride, it’s typically a lot cheaper than a rental, and instead of watching the road you can read a book.

Some are good for a day, but all are good for a weekend—and all are worth the trip.

Looking for some general small town trip ideas? There are so many great choices near Seattle.

Want to hit the beach? We’ve mapped 18 beach towns near Seattle, too.

Looking for more of a camping trip? You don’t need a car for that, either.