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Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool
Astoria Park Pool is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

1. Astoria Park Pool

7.4
Astoria Park, Astoria, NY
Swimming Pool · 34 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You can’t fathom how large this pool is until you experience it. As with any public pool, make sure you bring a lock, wear appropriate suits and follow all the rules.

L'Arte del Gelato is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

2. L'Arte del Gelato

8.5
75 9th Ave (btwn 15th & 16th St), New York, NY
Gelato Shop · Chelsea · 87 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Gelato that is as close to true Italian ice cream as you’re going to get in NYC – try the Cassata Siciliana, the Cannella or the Olio d’Oliva. All the flavors are great!

Room Mate Grace Hotel is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

3. Room Mate Grace Hotel

6.7
125 W 45th St (btw 6th & Broadway), New York, NY
Hotel · Theater District · 51 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The swim up bar is fun and different but the mandatory coat check, random cover charges, sky-high drink prices and changing in the bathroom makes the pool lose its allure.

Asser Levy Recreation Center is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

4. Asser Levy Recreation Center

7.1
392 Asser Levy Pl (East 23rd Street), New York, NY
Gym · Kips Bay · 19 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: During the summer, use of the outdoor pools is free. To use the indoor pool, you need a membership. Everything is clean, relaxing, spacious and modern.

Bushwick Country Club is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

5. Bushwick Country Club

7.5
618 Grand St (at Leonard St), Brooklyn, NY
Dive Bar · East Williamsburg · 125 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You gotta come here for the slushie machine with awesome Jim Beam & Coke or Sweet Tea Vodka flavors.

Sol Goldman Pool - Red Hook is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

6. Sol Goldman Pool - Red Hook

7.5
155 Bay Street (btwn Clinton & Henry), New York, NY
Swimming Pool · Red Hook · 14 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: All you can bring to the pool is a towel and a book – what more do you need to enjoy this massive and clean pool. Oh yeah, don’t forget your lock and if need be, a white t-shirt.

Chelsea Piers Sky Rink is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

7. Chelsea Piers Sky Rink

8.7
61 Chelsea Piers (Hudson River), New York, NY
Skating Rink · Chelsea · 26 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Johnny Weir are you here? Work off the frites with a triple axel at Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers - take a private figure skating lesson on the biggest ice rink in the city - all indoors. Read more.

Tony Dapolito Recreation Center is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

8. Tony Dapolito Recreation Center

7.0
3 Clarkson Street (Varick), New York, NY
Gym · West Village · 14 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The outdoor pool is extremely busy during the summertime – if you’re lucky enough to score a chair, guard it with your life. Otherwise, enjoy the shallow and clean pool.

La Piscine at Hôtel Americano is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

9. La Piscine at Hôtel Americano

6.9
518 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Chelsea · 22 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The rooftop is over the top sexy, full of model types and serves really potent drinks. It’s a bit snobby and the “pool” is laughable and we’ll be coming back!

Serendipity 3 is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

10. Serendipity 3

7.7
225 E 60th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Upper East Side · 534 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Brave the lines and try the Frozen Hot Chocolate. It’s to die for.

Plunge Rooftop Bar & Lounge is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

11. Plunge Rooftop Bar & Lounge

18 9th Ave (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Meatpacking District · 75 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Expect long lines and expensive drinks – although we love the Bloody Mother. However, you’ll be rewarded with fantastic 360-degree views and, maybe, a dip in the pool.

Big Gay Ice Cream Shop is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

12. Big Gay Ice Cream Shop

125 E 7th St (btwn 1st Ave & Ave A), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · East Village · 416 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: What starts as traditional ice cream is quickly transformed by adding tons of unique toppings. We recommend the Salty Pimp – vanilla ice cream, topped with dulce de leche, sea salt and chocolate dip.

13. Soho House

9.1
2935 9th Ave (btwn W 13th & W 14th St), New York, NY
Club House · Meatpacking District · 204 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: An infinity pool in Manhattan? That’s what members will enjoy – along with impeccable service, comfortable lounge chairs and awesome views.

Beekman Beer Garden is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

14. Beekman Beer Garden

89 South St (North side of Pier 17), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Financial District · 142 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This season spot is THE place to enjoy beers and burgers, some sand, a ping pong and if you're lucky, music from the hippest new band.

Holey Cream is one of Best Things to do in New York to Keep Cool.

15. Holey Cream

796 9th Ave (at W 53rd St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Hell's Kitchen · 115 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: I don't care if the staff are on the incompetent side, and the manager is rude, if I'm going to break my diet, a doughnut ice cream sandwich with pretzel, red velvet and chocolate is the way to go.