Tell me, is there really anything better than a summer road trip? Between discovering exciting places, driving with the windows down and the music cranked, and trying new things, road trips are without a doubt where we make some of the best summer memories.

But sometimes, we don't always have a full weekend to devote to our getaways. That's where day trips come in - easy, relatively cheap, and a ton of fun if you're willing to get out of your comfort zone. So put in that little bit of extra effort, wake up early, and head out to make new memories in these 7 amazing places. I promise, you won't regret it.