Central Park

We forget that the largest AC-free cool zone in Manhattan is actually Central Park. Especially if you duck into the north woods or wander the shaded trails near The Ramble, you’ll catch real breezes, hear birds instead of horns, and find massive trees that block the sun like natural umbrellas. Bring a cold drink, pick a bench, and enjoy some of the few square miles in NYC where it actually feels cooler than it looks.