The Ultimate 3-Night Weekend Getaway Packing List
The goal for a three-night trip is not to pack for every possible scenario.
It’s to pack for the trip you’re actually taking.
Clothing
For most three-night getaways, start with:
- Travel-day outfit
- Two daytime outfits
- Two evening outfits
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Dressier shoes
- Sleepwear
- Undergarments
- Light sweater, wrap or jacket
- Weather-specific layer
My favorite trick is choosing a simple color palette so shoes, bags and layers work with multiple outfits.
Packing cubes make this so much easier.
Toiletries
Pack only what you’ll realistically use:
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Cleanser
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen
- Makeup
- Deodorant
- Hair products
- Hairbrush
- Fragrance
- Any personal necessities
This toiletry bag works great for weekend trips.
Travel Essentials
Don’t forget:
- Identification
- Wallet
- Chargers
- Portable charger
- Sunglasses
- Medication
- Earbuds
- Reservation information
- Reusable water bottle
The Personal Item
Keep anything difficult to replace in the bag that stays with you.
That includes documents, medication, electronics and valuables.
The Things I Usually Skip
Three extra pairs of shoes.
Five “just in case” outfits.
Full-size products when smaller versions will do.
And anything I’m bringing only because maybe, possibly, theoretically I could need it.
Packing lighter makes arriving, unpacking and repacking easier.
And for a short getaway, that’s exactly the point.
Download the Weekend Escape Planner for the printable packing pages.