Skate in the middle of magical Central Park at this spacious rink, back under new management. One of the bigger rinks in the city with an incomparable view of trees & skyscrapers.

💼 Lockers: $7/day

🐧 Skate Aids: $25

☕️  A rink-side cafe serves hot cocoa, hot dogs, burgers, tacos, grilled cheese sandwiches, vegan options and more. Get drinks at the rinkside Hot Toddy Tent. A pop-up from Harlem’s famous Melba on the upper deck serves signature dishes such as southern fried chicken wings & eggnog waffles. Free hot chocolate tastings every weekend (3 pm – 5 pm, alternating Saturdays and Sundays).

🎟 Adult admission varies by day and time. Child tickets include one non-skating adult.

🎟 ID NYC and New York Public Library card holders can get discounted $15 tickets that include admission, skate rental and a hot chocolate, in-person at the box office (while supplies last). Limited number of free tickets available on the Culture Pass website.

🎟 Premier Passes (+$40) include expedited rink entry, skate rental concierge service and 2 hours tent access to the Nordstrom Chill Lounge, a stylish, heated rinkside retreat with cozy “fireside” seating, complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, tea and refreshments.

🌳 Not far from destination Heckscher Playground.