When the sun starts acting like a reality TV star—too hot and impossible to ignore—it’s time to find your chill. Forget frying eggs on sidewalks or battling it out for the last AC window unit at the hardware store. Whether you're looking to duck the heat wave like you're dodging paparazzi or just need a cool story for the 'Gram, we’ve got the ultimate rundown of the area's coolest spots. So grab your sunglasses and let's make a break for these chill zones, because when the temperature rises, it’s not just the ice cream feeling the melt.