Suggestions for Shades near New York

Berkeley College • October 19, 2010Just one block away from the Berkeley College NYC Midtown Campus. This is a great place to relax in the shade with a good book or take advantage for the free WiFi!

Ailsa C. • November 17, 2013This place is awesome! Custom made lip shade ready in 7 mins.

Noah K. • April 6, 2010Get away with drinking a bottle of wine in the summer shade!

Randy F. • November 27, 2012Seal park, as known by locals, is prized in the summer thanks to the greater shade it provides vs the parks further west.

Katherine P. • May 8, 2015Great Playground- not great shade.

Ferdi H. • July 9, 2011Bring a blanket, a good book and find a spot in the shade

Will L. • July 9, 2011Take in the shade on a hot summer day on the main lawn

Kaitlyn P. • May 11, 2015great views and drinks. don't go on a 100 degree day, theres not much shade.

The Corcoran Group • June 4, 2013Keep under the shade of trees bordering the dog run while watching pups romp in the pebbled park. Bring your pup to Madison Square Park Shake Shack afterwards and treat him to a cool poochini treat.

Cari • May 29, 2011great benches in sun and shade to read, people watch or sleep

Jordan M. • July 4, 2017Good views at the rooftop bar but no shade - on a hot day it's a bit like drinking on a very chic sidewalk, just a bit closer to the sun.

Jamla Records • August 4, 2011Love the support from these guys! Be sure to check out Shade 45 and Hip Hop Nation on your XM radio and request 9th Wonder, Skyzoo, Rapsody, and more!

Lily C. • December 8, 2011In the summer the park gets too hot. No shade take small children elsewhere

Compass • May 15, 2014Playgrounds and basketball courts make Hell’s Kitchen Park a local hangout for children and families. Huge trees provide shade in the summer.

Jenny L. • September 14, 2012Sunbathe or sit in the shade under a tree in the less visible areas hidden behind the stair case at the entrance at 86th St. The area to the north of the staircase is great too.

Martin A. • August 19, 2011If you come at noon on a hot day, be prepared for the fact that there is very little shade in this park.

Tommy D. • June 26, 2013The dude there was chill yet super helpful and knowledgeable. Great collection for both glasses and shades.

Jeff S. • June 7, 2011Sit on a bench that's in the shade

lanamaniac • October 31, 2013Get there early in the summer as no shade makes it too hot!

Kris S. • June 1, 2013Lots of shade and great when the water is on.

Muhammad M. • June 21, 2010The two benches on either side of the tree offer good shade, but BEWARE OF THE BIRDS ABOVE! Sit there at your own risk!

Birchbox • July 6, 2011With antique elemetary school desks as manicure tables, this isn't your average mani/pedi spot. They always have the most on trend shades — this summer, we're all about ocean shades.

Tania B. • September 1, 2022Sitting in the shade!

abby M. • September 9, 2012Ask Desiree about the new shades for fall from Kevyn Aucoin.. The fall shades are beautiful...tell her Abby sent you and receive 20% off

Pedigree Brand • November 7, 2011Please note that this dog run is closed weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s a fairly large dog run with plenty of benches and shade trees.

Lucky Magazine • July 8, 2010A showcase for her witty-chic clothing and accessories—standouts include flirty dresses, gold charm necklaces, and retro shades.

Glamour • November 8, 2011We are obsessed with Diane’s uber-round shades! So retro chic! (See page 56 in the November 2011 issue to check out our favorite pair by DVF)

John V. • September 29, 2014Interesting vibe. Middle aged Japanese sushi chef in Oakley shades serving killer omakase to an 70s/80s R&b back beat (gap band was a favorite.). Worth a try.

Rachel G. • October 6, 2011Ask for Shawn! He helped me with my eyes and helped my friend find her perfect shade of red lips! He is fabulous!