Winter in NYC: Best Things to Do This Season Near ModernHaus SoHo
From iconic winter activities to cozy indoor cultural escapes, winter in NYC offers endless ways to explore the city. If you’re searching for the best winter activities near you—or planning a seasonal getaway—SoHo delivers style, culture, and walkable experiences all season long. Winter in New York City brings a quieter, more atmospheric energy to SoHo. Guests staying in ModernHaus’ thoughtfully designed Guestrooms & Suites can explore SoHo’s winter charm entirely on foot, discovering an art-forward retreat surrounded by boutique shopping, cultural destinations, and one of the city’s most iconic rooftop bars, Jimmy. Whether visiting for a long weekend or a seasonal escape, winter near ModernHaus blends style, culture, and a distinctly New York sense of discovery.
Winter Shopping in SoHo: Iconic Boutiques & Winter Activities Near ModernHaus
ModernHaus’s SoHo neighborhood remains one of the world’s most compelling shopping neighborhoods, and winter adds a cinematic layer to its cast-iron streets and softly lit storefronts. Just steps from ModernHaus, guests can explore a curated mix of fashion destinations:
● Khaite for refined New York minimalism
● A.P.C. for structured French essentials
● Reformation for sustainable, winter-ready silhouettes
● Acne Studios for sculptural Scandinavian outerwear
● Aimé Leon Dore for luxury footwear and accessories
● Kith for contemporary streetwear and seasonal collaborations
To elevate winter exploration, guests may also take advantage of the hotel’s Canada Goose Borrow Closet experience, offering a curated selection of outerwear available throughout their stay, with the option to arrange a VIP shopping experience at the brand’s SoHo flagship.
Vintage and resale favorites nearby include What Goes Around Comes Around and The RealReal, where curated luxury pieces are presented in gallery-like settings. Together, SoHo’s boutiques make winter shopping feel intentional, elevated, and distinctly local.
A Cozy Winter Night in NYC: Seasonal Cocktails at Jimmy
Winter evenings call for exceptional cocktails and warm, inviting spaces and Jimmy at ModernHaus SoHo delivers both. Perched above the neighborhood, Jimmy offers panoramic city views best enjoyed from its intimate indoor lounge during the cooler months. Winter cocktails draw inspiration from the season’s spices, featuring handcrafted flavors perfect for taking the chill off after a day of exploring.
Throughout the season, Jimmy anchors ModernHaus’ winter social calendar, from Midnight in Rouge NYE celebrations overlooking the skyline to January activations such as the Polar Plunge, offering a playful and spirited way to embrace the season.
Whether you’re catching up with friends or easing into a cozy evening, Jimmy sets the winter mood with soft lighting, skyline glimpses, and a chic, artistic atmosphere.
Indoor Winter Activities in NYC: SoHo Galleries & Nearby Museums
Winter is an extraordinary time for art in SoHo. With fewer crowds and major exhibitions opening citywide, guests of ModernHaus have easy access to some of downtown’s most compelling galleries:
● Jeffrey Deitch — bold, headline-making contemporary shows
● Eden, House of Art – intimate exhibitions spotlighting emerging voices
● The Drawing Center – museum-caliber exhibitions dedicated to the art of drawing
● Ronald Feldman Gallery – socially and politically engaged contemporary art
Make an afternoon out of gallery-hopping, then return to ModernHaus, where the hotel’s own curated art collection offers a seamless continuation of the creative experience. Or New York’s museums offer warm, inspiring indoor experiences. From ModernHaus SoHo, several are easily accessible:
● The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art - A crucial museum preserving and exhibiting art related to LGBTQIA+ history and culture.
● MOCA (Museum of Chinese in America) - culturally rich experiences with rotating exhibits celebrating New York’s history
● The Whitney Museum of American Art - just a short ride away, with sweeping winter views of the Hudson from its terraces
● The New Museum - cutting-edge contemporary art and winter exhibitions that always spark conversation (reopening early 2026, post-expansion)
Pair a museum visit with a winter lunch in SoHo for the ultimate cozy downtown day.
Classic Winter Activities in NYC Near SoHo
Winter in New York offers a festive lineup of activities, many of which are easily accessible from SoHo:
- Ice skating at Brookfield Place, Bryant Park, or Rockefeller Center
- Broadway shows and seasonal performances
- Pop-up markets, winter dining domes, and cozy wine bars
- Holiday window displays in SoHo and along Fifth Avenue
- Hudson River winter walks, with crisp water views
SoHo’s central downtown location provides easy access to nearly every kind of winter activity, making ModernHaus a perfect home base.
For guests seeking restoration after a day in the city, ModernHaus’ newly launched Haus of Glow wellness floor offers infrared sauna sessions and cold therapy experiences, creating a refined winter ritual rooted in balance and renewal.
Build Your Perfect Winter Weekend in SoHo
A ModernHaus winter itinerary might begin with morning espresso in the neighborhood, followed by boutique shopping and gallery hopping. Afternoons offer time to reset at Haus of Glow, the hotel’s exclusive 17th-floor wellness experience featuring HigherDOSE Full Spectrum Infrared Saunas and a fully self-cooling ice bath system. Evenings naturally drift to Jimmy, where warm cocktails pair with winter skyline views, before heading out to explore SoHo’s culinary gems, from Michelin-starred dining to intimate, candlelit local favorites.
Winter in SoHo invites exploration at a slower, more intentional pace. With ModernHaus SoHo at the center of it all, each moment becomes an experience.
Plan Your Winter Escape
Explore ModernHaus’s special offers and reserve your winter stay to discover a season of art, culture, and cozy downtown charm.