Whether it's the middle of the summer or coldest part of winter, skating has been a New York pastime for decades. When you picture New York, you see kids and adults alike ice skating around a giant Christmas tree happier than ever it's the winter break. Rollerblading and ice skating are your go-to options for skating in New York but everyone sees themselves ice-skating around the Rockefeller tree.

Skating in New York City is perfect for a fun recreational activity or a friendly competition with your friends. Next time you need something to do in New York, check out the best skating rinks in NYC!

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Chelsea Piers Sky Rink
4.9  5 Rating (2)
23rd St. & the Hudson River Chelsea Piers - Pier 61, New York NY, 10011
Learn to figure skate where the biggest names in skating train! Without leaving New York City, Sky Rink's state-of-the-art facilities and international...
The Rink at Rockefeller Center
4.3  5 Rating (1)
19 W 49th St, New York NY, 10020
The Rink at Rockefeller Center provides the best ice skating NYC has to offer. Explore ice skating prices and schedules and reserve tickets online. The...
The Rink at Brookfield Place with Gregory and Petukhov
Recreation $
230 Vesey St, New York NY, 10282
Ice skate rink at Brookfield Place.
Wollman Rink
5.0  5 Rating (1)
830 Fifth Ave, New York NY, 10065
Public ice skating rink in Central Park, New York City since 1949. Open late October through the first Sunday in April each year. Explore our page for...
Lasker Rink
5.0  5 Rating (1)
111 Central Park North, New York NY, 10029
Located on the north end of Central Park, Lasker Rink offers public skating sessions, learn to skate programs as well as hockey leagues for children and...
Riverbank State Park
5.0  5 Rating (1)
679 Riverside Dr, New York NY, 10031
Riverbank is the only park of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Inspired by urban rooftop designs in Japan, this 28-acre multi-level landscaped recreational...
Bryant Park
Recreation $
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, 40th and 42nd Streets, New York NY, 10018
Welcome to Bryant Park! We love to chat with our fans on Facebook. We're available to field your comments and inquiries Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm....