Safe and Fun NYC Things to Do
- 50 Awesome and Safe Things to Do in NYC
- Open in NYC: 9-11 Memorial, The Highline, Top of the Rock, Empire State Building, Edge, The Bronx Zoo, Liberty Island, in-person Sample Sales. MoMA, The Met, Natural History, Madame Tussauds and much more.
- NEW Traveler Quarantine Guidelines - Only 3 days with negative Covid tests
Rockefeller Center, Wollman Rink Central Park, 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 locals and tourists alike! Your hardest choicest will be whether to skate during the day or night time and which of our amazing views you want to see – Central Park, The skyline from a rooftop, the Rockefeller Tree or overlooking the Hudson River?
The Rink at Rockefeller Center
November 21, 2020 – January 17, 2021
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 City Winery, Del Frisco’s or any of the dozens "on the go" options around Rock Center.
The Rink, Rockefeller Center
5th Ave between 49th and 50th Streets
$25+ Adult Admission ($15 Under 11 and Seniors)
$12 skate rental (Rates sometimes drop in January)
skatingatrockcenter.com
Also check their special packages: Breakfast with Santa, VIP Skate, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, First Skate, Engagement-On-Ice, and Sky Skate.
Rockefeller Center More Info
- Visiting Rockefeller Center
- Hotels Near Rockefeller Center
- Insider Guide to the Top of the Rock
- Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall
- Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
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Best Hotels Near Rockefeller Center
Some of our top value picks near Rockefeller Center include:
- The Jewel facing Rockefeller Center - great value and location. My NY high school classmates stayed here for our reunion
- Night Hotel - Rated the #1 Sexiest Hotel in America (best for couples)
- 3 West Club - consistently receives excellent reviews, especially the location and value for the price.
- Radio City Apartments - a NYC Insider Guide Favorite
See the Insider Guide for dozens more Hotels Near Rockefeller Center. Rockefeller Center runs from 47th - 50th Streets, between 5th and 6th Aves. Download our free neighborhood maps at Midtown East Hotels and Midtown West Hotels
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Wollman Rink in Central Park
November 14, 2020 – April 2021 (precise dates TBD)
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
$12-$18 Adult Admission, $6 Kids, $8 skate rentals, Cash Only.
Also See the Lasker Rink located at the north end of Central Park, near 110th Street and Lenox Avenue. Adults: $7 Youths: $4 Seniors: $2.25 Skate Rentals: $6.00 (tax incl.)
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Central Park NY Hotels
Some of our top value picks near Central Park include:
See the Insider Guide for dozens more Central Park NY Hotels and download our free Central Park map at Central Park NY Guide
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Ice Skating at Bryant Park
October 31, 2020 – March 7, 2021
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 and don’t forget to check out their wonderful Holiday Gift Market.
Oct 31 – Nov 25: 8am-10pm
Nov 26 – Jan 3: 8am-11pm (*Dec 31: 8am-4pm)
Jan 4 – Mar 7: 8am-10pm
Winter Village at Bryant Park
Sunday – Thursday: 8am – 10pm;
Friday & Saturday: 8am – Midnight
General Admission: Free, Skate Rentals: $14
bryantpark.org/amenities/the-rink
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Bryant Park Hotels
Bryant Park runs from 40th - 42nd Streets, between 5th and 6th Aves. Both Midtown East Hotels and Midtown West Hotels will be nearby, but here is our hand-chosen list of those within a 5-10 minute walk to Bryant Park, Grand Central Station and The New York Public Library.
- Royalton New York Hotel - trendy with in room fireplaces (photo)
- The Bryant Park Hotel - hotspot for the fashion and film industries
- The Gotham Hotel - free access to Equinox Gym, Wolfgang's Steakhouse
See More: Bryant Park Hotels
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The Rink at Brookfield Place
Beatiful rink right on the Hudson River with amazing views. Owned by US Olympians Melissa Gregory and Denis Petukhov. The Rink offers Learn to Skate, Mommy / Daddy & Me, Kick Ice Hockey Fitness and Corporate Skating Events.
The Rink at Brookfield Place, Battery Park City
$15 Admission, $5 skate rentals
Three World Financial Center, 230 Vesey St, New York, NY 10281
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Ice Skating at the South Street Seaport
November-December
The Rooftop at Pier 17 Winterland Rink
Take a spin on the ice atop The Rooftop at Pier 17. After a fun-filled debut in 2018, Winterland Rink is back and larger in size, serving up more spectacular views of the East River, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline.
Monday – Thursday, 12pm – 9pm
Friday, 12pm – 10pm
Saturday, 10am – 10pm
Sunday, 10am – 8pm
89 South Street NY, New York 10038
More Info: Winterland @ Pier 17
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Save Big On Ice Skating in New York City
Often the top NYC Deal Sites offer major savings on ice skating in New York City on skate rental and fees. I’ve seen many discounts over the years at these sites and many more. Plus, the sooner you sign up (FREE) for the best NYC Deals, the sooner you start saving on everything in NYC!
Sites we use ALL the time to save are:
- Groupon – save on dining, tours, things to do, attractions, cruises, shows
- ShowTickets.com – huge sightseeing tourist discounts
See All: Insider Guide to ALL our NYC Coupons
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Ice Skating at the Standard Hotel Downtown
Pending 2020 Opening Dates (usually December)
848 Washington Street, at 13th Street
Meatpacking District
December – March
Located in front of the hotel, the 3,000 square foot ice rink is 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.
www.standardhotels.com/culture/winter-garden-east-village-ice-rink-high-line
Tickets are $12, and skate rentals are $3.
The rink is open from 12pm – 12am weekdays and 9am – 1am on weekends.
Skate lessons, as well as locker rentals, are available to all.
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More Ice Skating in New York City Ice Rinks
Here are some additional NYC ice skating rinks:
- Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers (Indoors)
- McCarren Park Ice-Skating Rink (Brooklyn) – www.mccarrenpark.com
- The Polar Rink at the American Museum of Natural History (closed 2014)
W Hotel Downtown (Financial District)
W Hotel Downtown – Closed in 2014
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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