So you are going on a city weekend break. You’ve chosen the city, but are now wondering what to pack for your weekend away. Well, you are at the right spot. I am a master of weekend trips – from city breaks, nature parks, staycations to road trips. This city weekend getaway packing list I have put together, is all you will need to stay comfortable and stylish. I have included all the essential items you need to take plus included some extra items. Are you ready to get packing for your city weekend away? I hope so.

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Booking Your Weekend Away

 

To book your weekend away here are the best resources I use:

• Skyscanner to find a great airfare
• Booking.com to book accommodation
• Travel Insurance with WorldNomads or SafetyWing to cover me for travel delays, accidents and mishaps that hopefully won’t happen on my weekend away.

 

What to Pack for a City Weekend Away

 

Weekend Bag

 

The first thing on this packing list is the bag you will take with you away on your weekend getaway. You have two options – a duffle bag or a backpack.

 

Duffle Bag

I like duffle bags because they are versatile and soft and are perfect for a 2-3 day trip to a city for a weekend break. Soft means I can push them into my transport, like airline overhead lockers or a packed trunk of a car. And they are versatile because I can take a duffle bag on other trips. If you don’t have a duffle bag, here’s some recommendations.

 

Backpack

Of course you can take a small backpack if you prefer on your city escape. As the name suggests, they are easily carried on your back. Different to a duffle bag. Do ensure your chosen bag meats any required travel sizing – like on planes, they have a carry on size limit. Also, consider having a waterproof duffel bag or backpack in case you caught in the rain on your weekend city break. If you don’t have a small backpack, here’s some recommendations.

Packing Cubes and Wet Dry Bags

 

Packing cubes are great to help you categorise your things you take travelling. Going away for a weekend city break may not require a whole set of packing cubes, but one or two may be useful. One for clean clothes and one for wet/dirty clothes. Wet Dry Bags are great if your luggage gets wet. You can put your wet things into a wet dry bag to keep them away from dry things.

 

Clothing to Pack for a City Weekend Break

 

Your clothing will be influenced by the weather of the city you are weekending in. If the weather will be hot, you won’t need as much as if you were headed to cold weather.

 

Warm Weather City Weekend Clothing

Comfortable pair of shoes for walking around the city streets taking in the sites. These could be walking shoes or sandals.
Pair of going out shoes for dancing the night away!
2-3 tops or t-shirts – one for each day and one for going out.
Pair of pants, leggings, shorts or skirt, or a dress.
Undergarments.
2 pairs of socks
Cap or hat
Nightwear
Light Jacket, as it can get cold in the evening

 

Cool Weather City Weekend Clothing

Comfortable pair of shoes or boots.
Pair of going out shoes
2-3 long sleeve tops
Pair of pants or leggings
2 pairs of undergarments + Thermals if going to really cold or snowy weather
Socks x 2
Nightwear
Warm Jacket or Parka
Scarf
Beanie
Pair Gloves

 

Toiletries

Cleanser, Toner, Moisturizer or cleansing/moisturising wipes
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Brush & comb
Deodorant
Perfume
Body and hand lotion
Sunscreen
Makeup
Keep all your toiletries together in a toiletry bag.

 

Electronics

Cell phone. Always useful to have in case of emergencies, plus great to take photos with.
Multi-port charger. I never go anywhere without my power bank to charge my phone.
Camera (optional, I usually use my phone’s camera)

 

Other Accessories/Essentials

Cross Body Bag. These are great for walking around the city when you just need to take your wallet and phone and other tiny things that fit in.
Sunglasses
Hat or cap
Reusable water bottle
Tissues
Personal medications / headache tables / contact lens solution
Lip balm
Hand sanitiser and face mask (if required)

 

Essential Documents

Cash, credit cards, and wallet – I usually take it all in a travel wallet with RFID protection.
Hotel, tours or attractions booking details

 

What to Pack for a City Weekend Escape Pro Packing Tips

 

Tip 1: Pack Light

Regardless of your trip’s length, pack light. You are only going for a couple of days and don’t need to take the kitchen sink.

Tip 2: Roll Your Clothes

I have always found if you roll your clothes tightly, you can fit more in your bag. Plus rolling seems to create less creases in your clothes.

Tip 3: Take a multiport charger to charge all of your electronics.

 

Other Weekend Breaks Packing Lists

 

Beach Weekend Break – Beach Holiday Packing List

Hiking for the Weekend – What to Take Hiking

Weekend in the Snow – Guide to Ski Clothing Packing List

 

Are You Ready for Your Weekend Away?

 

I hope you found this post on packing for a weekend city trip and related travel tips useful. There’s only one more thing to say. I hope you have a great weekend.