It’s hot AF in the city. I don’t like it. The beaches, pools, and museums are crowded as well. Not to mention if you’re a city-dweller like myself, getting to a beach can be a bit of a trek. It’s just literally an entire day of sweating.
That said, life will not wait for nice weather! People need to see friends, date, play, etc., and while I do everything I can to avoid the hot weather, I made a list of five unique hot weather activities for you to enjoy (and hopefully cool off a bit)!
5 Unique NYC Summer Activities
1. Take a Food Tour
My friend (and former client), Ultimate Food Tours, offers two tours with indoor, comfortable, and climate controlled seating. I took the Chinatown tour before we worked together and it was informative, delicious, and fun! I haven’t taken Iconic Foods of the Lower East Side yet, but I’ve heard great things. They also have cooking classes if you’re averse to being outside at ALL.
2. Book a Mixology Class
Another client of mine, Leisurely, offers food and drink classes of all kinds across NYC. The Mexican Mixology class is a great way to spend a night, making cool, refreshing cocktails while snacking on chips, queso, guac, and more. There’s also an oyster shucking class at Pier 57, and a Cream Puff decorating class at West Village Bakery, Barachou. I’ve taken all of these and highly recommend them!
3. Catch a Broadway Show
If you know anything about me, you know I wanted to be on Broadway when I was younger. The theaters are comfortably air-conditioned, offering a wide range of performances from musicals to dramas. I just saw Illinoise and it was fantastic but I think it’s closing soon, so you can’t go wrong with a classic like Moulin Rouge, Wicked, or Chicago. MJ was excellent too, and if you liked the movie, Back to the Future was pretty fun! I also am dying to see Cabaret.
4. Enjoy Indoor Markets and Food Halls
Places like Chelsea Market and Time Out Market offer a variety of food options in a cool, indoor setting. You can explore different cuisines and enjoy the ambiance without worrying about the heat. Chelsea Market picks: Miznon, Los Tacos No.1, and Black Seed Bagels. Time Out Market: Pat LaFrieda, Fornino, Jacob’s Pickles, Pastrami Queen.
5. The Museum of Ice Cream
The Museum of Ice Cream in Manhattan is a fun and cool way to spend a hot day. This interactive museum offers unique ice cream-themed exhibits, tasty treats, and Instagram-worthy photo ops (my fave)! It’s a delightful place to indulge in your favorite summertime treat while staying cool.
Let me know if I missed anything in the comments!
I’ve heard a few people recommend the Time Out Market and I think it’s about time me and my family get over there! We’ve been pretty busy over the last few months with home renovations, but now that we finally finished the last thing on our to-do list, cleaning our furniture, I think it’s about time we take a break and check it out! Thank you for sharing!