Stay Cool – Ways to Beat the Heat in the Neighborhood

Summer is here, and so is the heat! Here are some great tips for staying cool and refreshed in the neighborhood!

For kids

Visit one of the city’s splash pads, including Ronan Park and Byrne Playground. Here is a list of other wading pools in Boston!

Dive into a swimming pool

Go swim in a pool! The city has several public swimming pools where you can swim and cool off! Here is the list here!

Additionally, Lifted Pool at the Omni Seaport now offers Sunday Fundays on 6/23, 7/14, 8/11 and 8/18. You can buy your passes on resortpass, and tickets are posted online one week before each event! Package 1: $65 admission for 1 adult and includes access to the heated rooftop pool, hot tub, other pool services, Omni Spa (@brevespaboston) amenities and more .
Package 2: $125 admission for 2 adults and includes access to the heated rooftop pool, hot tub, towel and pillow service, and more.

Go to the beach

We have some of the cleanest urban beaches in the country, right here in the neighborhood! Plan to spend a day at the beach! Read our article on beach etiquette! Pack a picnic. Dirty Italian offers boxed lunches including a semi-cold sandwich, pasta salad, cookies, chips and Pellegrino for $19.99. And don’t forget this sandwich shop in Dorchester, American Provisions.

Head to the movie theater

Alamo Drafthouse is the perfect place to beat the heat! Air conditioning, craft cocktails, delicious food and a huge selection of films to enjoy in luxurious seats!

Refresh yourself with a frozen treat

Take a trip to your neighborhood ice cream parlor! Discover our overview!

Fresh and free

The library is a fun, free place to refresh yourself and check out the latest books, magazines and movies. They also offer free programming! Get the details here!

Chilled cocktails + frozen drinks

Refresh yourself with delicious summer cocktails and frozen drinks at Yellow Door!