What better way to feel the winter spirit than by ice skating? Show off your skills (or lack thereof) at rinks across the five boroughs. From the year-round ice rink on Governors Island to the quintessential New York experience at the Rockefeller Center rink, it's too chilly not to consider going for a skate.
679 Riverside Dr.
Riverbank State Park is a hidden gem in upper Manhattan. The park is elevated 69 feet above the Hudson River and offers some of the cheapest rink rates you'll find in NYC.
Price: Adults $5, Kids 11 and under $3, Skate rental $6
89 South St.
Skate the skyline at Winterland Rink, New York City’s only outdoor rooftop ice rink. Surrounded by panoramic views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and East River, this unique day-to-night venue captures the magic of winter downtown. Enjoy the thrill of skating this holiday season, and take part in a host of festive winter programming.
200 Vessey St.
The Rink at Brookfield Place is right near the financial district and is owned by US Olympians Melissa Gregory and Denis Petukhov.
Price: $17 90-minute public skate session, $5 Skate rental
171 East Dr.
Lakeside offers year-round seasonal activities, dining, and special events. Ice skating on two outdoor winter rinks makes Lakeside is Brooklyn the perfect recreational destination.
Price: $8 weekdays/ $12 weekends. Skate rental $8.71.
131-35 Avery Ave.
Flushing Meadows Park has a zoo, science center, and plenty of green space. It's also home to an ice skating rink.
Price: Adults and Kids under 12 $7 weekdays/$10 weekends. Skate rental $5.50
41 W. 40th Street
Bryant Park is a go-to winter destination for tourists. When you're done browsing the winter village you go for a skate around the rink.
Price: Free admission, $15 Skate rental
110th St. and Lenox Ave. in Central Park
Lasker Rink is one of two rinks in Central Park. The rink gets split into two halves for public skating and local hockey leagues.
Price: Adults $8, Kids $4, Seniors $2.25, Skate rental $7
Rockefeller Center b/w 48th and 51st St.
Rockefeller Center is the ideal backdrop for a winter adventure in NYC if you're willing to shell out a couple of extra bucks for this rink.
Price: Adults $20 - $54, Seniors and Kids 11 and under $15, Skate rental $10
830 Fifth Ave.
Wollman is the second rink in Central Park. It is right near midtown and conveniently located near Fifth Avenue.
Price: Adults $28 Peak times $14 off-peak times, Kids $6, Skate rental $11
61 Chelsea Piers
The indoor rink at Chelsea Piers is right on Pier 61. You can enjoy views of the Hudson River as you skate.
Price: $20 All Ages, $10 Skate rental
848 Washington St.
The Standard Ice Rink is one of the coziest in the city. You can enjoy a full winter menu including mulled wine, hot chocolate, and a hot toddy.
Price: Adults $13, Kids 12 and under $6, Hotel guests free after 8pm, Skate rental $4
47-32 32nd Place
If you can't make it out to Flushing Meadows Park, on the other side of Queens you can skate at City Ice Pavilion.
Price: $12, $8 Skate rentals
Don't worry if you're not up for the challenge just yet. There's plenty to do in the Fall and Winter seasons. Check out what's free and coming up next.
