Governors Island- Govenor’s Island has long remained a popular East Coast haunt which will remain open to the public every weekend during the summer from 10a.m.-7p.m. The Water Taxi Beach puts on outdoor concerts. Check out the island’s eery vacant buildings and chilling history and then take the Water Taxi to continue your journey along the New York Harbor. (Slip 7 at South St.; www.govisland.com)
Take a sightseeing tour of NYC. Either a double decker tour or an air conditioned bus can be arranged depending on how hot it is that day. Either way, it’s a great way to experience New York City.
The Delancey- If you have no time to wait for a true New York City summer experience, start directly in the rooftop bar at The Delancey where the views of the Lower East Side are nothing short of spectacular. enjoy frozen margaritas while basking in the glow of the tropically altered ambience. $10 cover begins at 9p.m. so get there early for a great seat and no cover. (168 Delancey St. at Clinton St; www.thedelancey.com; 5pm-4am)
Luna Park- Amusement parks are everlastingly a number one cult summer classic and Luna Park fits into that category with utter perfection. The park finally opened after a period of rapid construction andredevelopment which quietly honors the original Coney Island amusement park past. Check out some of the latest and greatest in rides, funnel cake galore and much more in Luna Park. For more information visit www.lunaparknyc.com. (Daily ride pass $26, weekend ride pass $30)
Time’s Up Prospect Park Moonlight Ride- Prospect Park’s Moonlight Ride is a fantastic opportunity to delve into some evening exercise whether it is bicycling or throwing on your old school skates. The guided tour is beautiful, scenic and has no dearthof romance with all the waterfalls, ponds and quiet nature surrounding the paths. Time’s Up also ensures your security and safety by providing riders in the front and behind the group. The group will meet at Grand Army Plaza. For more information visit www.times-up.org. (Prospect Park West at Union St.; Park Slope, Brooklyn; Second Saturday of every month, 9pm; free)
Rooftop Bars. There are quite a few of them. If it’s not too hot, check one out. They usually have fantastic views.
Fire Island — Visit Fire Island. Great hangout for younger folks during the summer weekends.
This article was written by Nadia Gire of OnBoard New York Tours.
