Lower Manhattan Bathhouse, Pizza and Oculus Architecture
Pair a Fulton Street bathhouse visit with Neapolitan pizza nearby, then walk to the Oculus for a closer look at modern architecture in Lower Manhattan.
Fulton Street Baths, Pizza and Architecture
Wall Street Bath and Spa 88 on Fulton Street
Start at Wall Street Bath & Spa 88, where bathhouse admission is walk-in only. All-day admission includes slippers and towel service. The co-ed facilities include pools and intense saunas. Platza treatments alternate heat, cold, and oak leaves. After the thermal rooms, you can try smoked fish or visit Matryoshka restaurant for pickled vegetables. Massages require advance booking. The bathhouse opens daily at 12:00 PM and closes at 10:30 PM. Guests frequently report significant hygiene issues.
Kesté Pizzeria on Fulton Street
Kesté Pizzeria closes at 9:30 PM Sunday through Thursday. Friday and Saturday closing is 10:30 PM. Service can occasionally run slow. Allow a little extra time for dinner after the bathhouse. A dedicated oven prepares celiac-safe gluten-free options. Share a wood-fired Neapolitan pizza or a plate of pasta. The kitchen uses hand-stretched dough and long natural fermentation. The space is compact, with a patio for outdoor dining.
Oculus at the World Trade Center
Santiago Calatrava's Oculus brings white, wing-like architecture to the last stop of the evening. A massive skylight sits above the spacious interior. Pause for photographs from different angles. Entry is free. A multi-level mall contains dining options. Direct passageways lead to PATH trains and the WTC museum. The building is open 24 hours every day. Check individual shop and museum opening hours separately before adding either to a late evening visit.
