Season · 24 guides
Summer
What I do in New York in summer, with the dates as they land.
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What I’d read first in Summer- Beer Gardens in New York City13 places, 12 worth it
- The Best Rooftop Bars in NYC9 places, 8 worth it
- NYC in September Is the Best Month
- NYC Summer Bucket List16 places, 15 worth it
- 4th of July in NYC: Where to Watch Fireworks and What to Do All Day
- New York City Ice Cream Shops to Enjoy by Summer’s End13 places, 13 worth it
The Best of New York
Every list- The best beer gardens in New York City
- The best rooftop bars in New York City
- The best ice cream in New York City
- The best waterfront restaurants in New York City
- The best rooftop bars in Manhattan
- The best things to do in New York City in June
- The best outdoor movies in New York City
- The best things to do in New York City in August
- The best things to do in New York City in July
- The best rooftop bars on the Lower East Side
- The best rooftop bars in Brooklyn
- The best public pools in New York City
What readers asked about Summer
Ask meI've heard a few people recommend Hindu Lamp Festival 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…
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Things to Do in New York in AugustI love beer gardens and halls in New York City!
Beer Gardens in New YorkI’m an ex- New Yorker and I think you’re articles are really great, filled with wonderful information and a great cross-section of the topic you’re covering
Rooftop Bars in BrooklynEvery guide in Summer
24, by topicSummer 6
- NYC Summer Bucket ListSummer in New York City is my favorite season in the city, which I realize is a controversial opinion given that the subway platforms in July are…16 places, 15 worth it
- New York City Summer Bucket ListSummer in New York City teems with possibility. Whether you’re visiting NYC in summer for the first time or returning to rediscover old favorites,…26 places, 23 worth it
- Things to Do in New York City in JuneSummer in New York City is a vibrant time, especially in June. Longer days and warm sunshine create the perfect backdrop for a plethora of exciting…21 places, 21 worth it
- EPIC Guide to the 4th of July in New York CityThere’s nothing like the 4th of July fireworks in NYC. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the holiday weekend, the Macy’s Fireworks Show over the…16 places, 9 worth it
- (FUN) Things to Do in New York City in AugustVisiting New York City in August is not for the faint of heart. The summer heat and (intense) humidity requires a certain gumption.24 places, 24 worth it
- Things to Do in New York City in JulyIn July, New York City bursts with summer vibes, offering a plethora of fun activities. The challenging part is deciding which ones to do. From…20 places, 19 worth it
Rooftop bars 4
- The Best Rooftop Bars in NYCI’m going to be honest with you. Most rooftop bars in NYC are overpriced tourist traps where you pay $25 for a mediocre cocktail and fight for a spot…9 places, 8 worth it
- Rooftop Bars in ManhattanIn New York City, space is precious, so New Yorkers are forced to build up, not out. This vertical growth means plenty of skyscrapers and (luckily…15 places, 15 worth it
- Lower East Side Rooftop BarsVisiting a rooftop bar is a must-do in New York City. Whenever friends come to town, they always ask me for rooftop bar recommendations (yes, I’m the…5 places, 5 worth it
- Rooftop Bars in BrooklynA city of iconic skyscrapers, there’s no shortage of incredible bars for a scenic drink in New York City. As any local will tell you, Brooklyn has…8 places, 8 worth it
Beer, pubs and breweries 1
Ice cream 1
Date night 1
Things to do with kids 1
At night 1
Landmarks and history 1
Pools and beaches 1
More 7
- NYC in September Is the Best MonthSeptember is the best month to be in New York. Not one of the best. The best. The heat breaks, the tourists thin out, the city comes roaring back to…
- 4th of July in NYC: Where to Watch Fireworks and What to Do All DayThe 4th of July in New York City is one of those experiences that is simultaneously incredible and absolutely miserable. You'll be hot. You'll be…
- What to Wear in New York City in JuneI've spent more time than I'd like to admit exploring every corner of What to Wear in New York City in June Local's. And everything you need to know…
- Is the US Open Worth Going To? The Grounds-Pass TruthTennis was never supposed to be my thing. I grew up an Oregon soccer kid, and for the first few of the six years my husband and I lived in New York,…
- NYC in August: What Locals Actually DoEvery August the same thing happens. My husband and I would be walking to our subway on a Tuesday morning, and the sidewalk that usually made us…
- Where to Eat at the US OpenAs a food writer who has lived in New York for six years, I have a confession. I love the US Open, and I resent the US Open, in roughly equal…
- Labor Day Weekend in NYC: The Local’s PlaybookHaving lived in New York for six years, I can tell you the secret nobody puts on a postcard. The best weekend to be here is the one everyone leaves…
