THINGS TO DO IN THE SUMMER IN NEW YORK
Summertime sadness is quickly approaching. We will soon have to say goodbye to those tan lines. But before you pack up your swimsuits and replace them with sweaters, there is still time to enjoy some amazing things in the city. Being that this is my first Summer in New York City, I wanted to take advantage of everything that the city has to offer. The good thing is that there is a ton to do. But it often makes it hard to choose, so I compiled a list of my most favorite.
THE HIGH LINE
The High Line is an elevated public park that is actually built on an old freight rail line located in the Meat Packing district. It's kinda of like an adult playground with lots seating and luscious landscape. There is even a splash pad to cool off your feet that you can walk through along a section of the park. Great for reading a book or just relaxing and bathing in the sun. Often you can find events, public art and food and drink vendors along the High Line. Also, a plus is that Chelsea Market is near by. Chelsea Market is an indoor food hall including a mix of different restaurants, pop up shops and local artists. Perfect way to spend a Summer afternoon and cool off indoors.
JONES BEACH
Summer would not be complete without a trip to the beach. Jones Beach is located on the south shore of Long Island. The beach includes a boardwalk where you can grab a bite or shop at one of the local vendors. I love this beach because it’s easy to get to (via train & uber), it’s clean and not crowded.
THE MET ROOFTOP BAR
On Friday and Saturday's from 5pm-8pm The Met Museum rooftop turns into a social hour with signature cocktails, martinis and light snacks. Access is granted with a purchased Museum ticket. Luckily, The Met is pay as you wish. There is no other rooftop bar that will give you access to such breathtaking panoramic views of the NYC skyline. It’s the perfect spot to meet up with friends or bring out of guests. You can explore the art exhibits inside and then sip cocktails with a view afterwards on the rooftop.
BROADWAY IN THE PARK
Every Thursday from 12:30pm-1:30pm July-August you have a chance to see a sneak peak of on and off Broadway shows courtesy of Broadway In Bryant Park. There is often FREE Giveaways and if you arrive early you can catch the warm up performances. Seats fill up quickly and are first come first serve.
ICE CREAM SPOTS
A favorite of mine is BIG GAY ICE CREAM, an ice cream shop all about unicorns and funky ice cream combinations. And Mister Softee, is a local favorite ice cream truck that you can find driving all over Manhattan.
MoMA
Thanks to UNIQLO every FRIDAY, MoMA is FREE from 4pm-8pm.
Free admission includes special exhibits also. Get there early because the line tends to wrap around the building. And be prepared to be in a crowd of art lovers. Great way to spend an evening with a friend or a date while you gaze away at art.
What are your favorite things to do in the city during Summer?