Get cozy, NYC! The coolest things to do in the Big Apple right now to stay warm

As the winter chill sets in, New York City transforms into a cozy haven with plenty of ways to warm up and unwind beyond your couch. 

From rooftop saunas to slurping soup, explore these hidden winter wonders as the city offers a perfect mix of comfort and charm.

Whether you’re seeking something to eat or something to do while escaping the cold, these are the coziest options in NYC this winter to make the most of the season.

Governors Island’s sprawling Italian day spa QC NY is expanding with a new, multi-floor 15,000-square-foot addition. Building 111 will feature waterfalls and several relaxing rooms including an Ice Room, which will only make the saunas and pool feel that much warmer.

Just a quick ferry, car or train ride from Manhattan, The Rockaway Hotel has transformed its outdoor pool area into the cozy Winter Pool House, complete with outdoor cedar barrel saunas, plush robes and furry blankets to wrap yourself up in the lounge. The outdoor pool offers the perfect refreshing plunge in between sauna sessions and HigherDose, express spa services. Hotel guests have full access to the Winter Pool House, with day passes and special pricing for spa guests.

For those who want something tucked away but don’t want to leave Manhattan, mosey on over to Soho for Libitm‘s wellness speakeasy. Starting Nov. 18, guests can enter the space for a 60-minute Vibroacoustic Meditation. Lay on the Opus SoundBeds with beats, guided breathwork and a custom scent blend designed to soothe the senses, enhance focus and reconnect with your inner calm.