Ice Skating in New York City

...Rockefeller Center, Wollman Rink Central Park, CitiPond Bryant Park and More!

Ice skating in New York City at Central Park, Rockefeller Center and Bryant Park is a classic New York winter experience for both locals and tourists alike! The big question is whether you want to skate during the day or night time? Wherever you choose to skate, you are sure to be surrounded by wonderful views of our amazing city!


The Rink at Rockefeller Center

Ice Skating New York City | Rockefeller Center

October 15, 2011 to April 2012
The Rink, Rockefeller Center
48th St at 5th Ave

The Ice Rink at Rockefeller Center has been a quintessential NYC winter experience for generations. Skate under the watchful eye of Prometheus and the unique urban backdrop of Rockefeller Center's sparkling lights. Afterwards, enjoy a meal, at Rock Center Café, The Sea Grill or Cucina & Co.

Check for Half Price tickets that include admission to the rink and skate rental.

The Rink, Rockefeller Center
48th St at 5th Ave
October 15, 2011 to April 2012
$10-$14 Adult Admission ($7.50-$8.50 Under 11 and Seniors), $8 skate rental.

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Wollman Rink in Central Park

Ice Skating New York City | Central Park

October (late) 2011 to March 2012

Skating in Central Park at nighttime is a true New York City moment. Music plays, a moon is a plus, but not required since the ice itself gives off a silver sheen.

The holiday season is the most popular and the most picturesque. Skaters and spectators warm up at the snack bar serving assorted fast food, hot and cold drinks.

Wollman Rink, Central Park
$4.75-$14.75 Admission, $6.25 skate rentals, Cash Only.

Also: See the Lasker Rink located at the north end of Central Park, near 110th Street and Lenox Avenue. ADULTS: $6.75 YOUTHS: $3.75 SENIORS: $2.25 SKATE RENTALS: $6.00 (tax incl.)

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CitiPond Ice Skating at Bryant Park

Ice Skating New York City | CitiPond Bryant Park

October 27, 2011 - Feb 26, 2012
Bryant Park, 42nd and 5th Ave

Skate FREE while viewing the New York Public Library or a gorgeous outdoor holiday market. Dine afterward at Celsius or the more casual, Ice Bites. Check out their wonderful Holiday Gift Market, which opens November 5th.

The Pond, Bryant Park
* Sunday - Thursday: 8am - 10pm; * Friday & Saturday: 8am - Midnight
General Admission: Free
Skate Rentals: $14

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Ice Skating at the Standard Hotel Downtown

Ice Skating New York City | Standard Hotel

848 Washington Street, at 13th Street
Meatpacking District

The Standard, New York softly opened the Meatpacking District's first ever ice skating rink in December 2010!

Located in front of the hotel, the 3,000 square foot ice rink will be open all Winter long and features 3 types of skates to rent, as well as an "Après Skate" menu featuring hot chocolate with marshmallows, apple cider and cheese fondue.

Standard Hotel Ice Skating
The Standard, New York
Tickets are $12, and skate rentals are $3.
7 days/week, 10am to Midnight
Check with Hotel for Rink hours

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W Hotel Downtown (Financial District)

Ice Skating New York City | W Hotel Downtown

W Hotel Downtown

Check out views of lower Manhattan and the new World Trade Center on the W's new fifth floor ice rink.

The small rink (about 400-square-feet) has special drinks, including a deadly vodka-tequila Hot Chocolate Martini

2pm-10pm, No Skate Fee, $12 for skate rental

Check with Hotel for Rink hours

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