Summer’s here, and so is the heat! Here are some top tips to stay cool and refreshed in the neighborhood!
For the kids
Visit one of the city’s splash pads, including ones at Doherty Playground and Menino Park– here’s a list of more splash pads in Boston!
Take a Dip in a pool
Go for a swim in a pool! The city has several public pools where you can swim and cool off, including ones in Charlestown. Here’s the list!
Also, Lifted Pool at the Omni Seaport is now featuring Sunday Fundays on 6/23, 7/14, 8/11, 8/18. You can purchase your passes on resortpass, and tickets go live a week before each event! Package 1: $65 entry ticket for 1 adult, and it includes access to heated rooftop pool, hot tub, other pool services, Omni’s spa amenities (@brevespaboston), and more.
Package 2: $125 entry ticket for 2 adults, and it includes access heated rooftop pool, hot tub, towel & pillow service, and more.
Hit the Beach
We have some of the cleanest urban beaches in the country right here in the neighborhood! Make a plan to spend a day at the beach! Read our beach etiquette post! Pack a picnic. Pick up lunch at Dovetail!
Head to the Movie Theater
Alamo Drafthouse is the perfect spot to beat the heat! Air conditioning, craft cocktails, delicious food and a vast selection of movies to enjoy in luxury seating!
Cool off with an ice cold treat
With warmer temps and longer days, summer is the perfect time to take a trip in the neighborhood for ice cream! Although Charlestown doesn’t have many traditional ice cream shops, there are plenty of spots to find a sweet treat! Check out our roundup!
Go for a sail
Recognized as one of the top community sailing programs in the country, Courageous Sailing offers year-round sailing and learning on Boston Harbor at Charlestown’s Pier 4 and Jamaica Pond. Get the details here.
Cool and Free
The library is a fun, free spot to cool off and check out some of the newest books, magazines and movies. They also offer free programming! Get the details here!
Summer cocktails + frozen drinks
Catch an ocean breeze at Pier 6 in the Navy Yard and enjoy a summer cocktail or frozen drink oceanside
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
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