Wollman Rink
Skating Rink
Central Park, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out New York and The Corcoran Group
"Bring your own lock so you don't have to pay for the locker."(6 Tips)
"first-timer skaters."(3 Tips)
"Best ice rink in NYC!!!"(2 Tips)
"Beautiful scenery but better skating at park slope and aviator"(9 Tips)
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Jorge Díaz LargoDecember 4, 2014It's truly a gift to have an ice rink in Central Park surrounded by skyscrapers. The rent the skates if you don't have them and there's no limit in time: you can skate until the rink is close.
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Vincent TomDecember 13, 2013It is quite expensive but u have to do it at least once. If u have ur own skates I suggest u use those that way u save urself skate hire monies. Bring ur own lock as well for the lockers.
The Corcoran GroupMarch 1, 2013Make sure you stop at the bank first, they only accept cash! Try and get there at the start of the session for the nicest ice.
Ice skating in Central Park, a true NY holiday experience. Not as touristy as Rockefeller Center or Bryant Park rinks and has way more space. Best to visit in November when the trees are still alive
- Ice skating in Central Park is a true NYC holiday experience. Not as touristy as Rockefeller or Bryant Park's ice rinks and has way more space. November is a great time with some trees still alive
Zak SuharDecember 13, 2021An awesome New York City winter experience, but expect to wait in a long line and skate to no Holiday music! There's no timed entry as we got in an hour after our purchased time slot.
Jessica VittorinoFebruary 13, 2017Amazing !! Ice skating its cheaper than Rockefeller ice ring and bigger !!! We had sooo much fun!!!
- DoubleDeuceFebruary 25, 2021A good stop if you're touring the park. The rental skates are complete garbage but the rest of the experience is fun.
- Jorge Díaz LargoDecember 4, 2014It's truly a gift to have an ice rink in Central Park surrounded by skyscrapers. The rent the skates if you don't have them and there's no limit in time: you can skate until the rink closes.
- Daniel KarranFebruary 3, 2015Who doesn't love a fun time skating on ice? Enjoy some breathtaking views of Manhattan's skyscrapers while skating along one of the largest rinks in Manhattan!
Time Out New YorkOctober 31, 2011The best skating rink in NYC features the largest skating surface of any midtown rink and an awe-inspiring view of the city’s skyscrapers peeking over the surrounding trees. Read more- Chris LopezMarch 18, 2013Best ice rink in NYC!!! If you have ice skates be sure to bring them. The ones here are really really uncomfortable and the bottom of your foot will ache like never before.
MetroFocusNovember 9, 2011It's more than a rink, it's a breathtaking view. Ringling Bro's Grandma recommends the views here - forget the skates and just look around. A must on anyone's to-do list. Read more
Rupesh KumarMarch 25, 2017If you are just going there for fun and don't know to skate, just buy one visit for $5 and share with the other person. Nobody notices.
Katie SchlossJanuary 30, 2012Open until 11pm on Fridays & Saturdays, this is the perfect way to spend an evening on the Upper East Side after a light dinner at Serafina.
Jeff ChaDecember 30, 2014Nice on paper, a zoo in person. Good for a few a few spins and some Central Park pics, but that's about it. Also cash only.- MetroFocusDecember 14, 2011Did you know Wollman is the city's largest ice-skating rink? First-timers have no reason to feel embarrassed here! Read about more places to go ice skating this season on MetroFocus. Read more
Diego RufoMarch 31, 2011The biggest ice skating rink in the city. It’s really beautiful to go there in the winter, especially at night. Amazing views and atmosphere!! Read more
Education NationSeptember 23, 2011Enjoy a couple rings around the rink and spend the day in Central Park. Don't leave without a tasty cup of cocoa and be sure to bundle up!
MasterCardNovember 27, 2012Opened in 1950, Wollman was Manhattan's first artificial skating rink. Over 300,000 skaters visited in its first year!
Ailie ChangDecember 13, 2014Cash Only! There is an ATM inside...don't walk around Central Park looking for one like I did...
Fernanda ObregonMarch 24, 2014Skating during the day is beautiful but... you will have to deal with all the children who do not have traffic notions. ;)
Zhue EstradaDecember 18, 2014Love this place but the staff is annoying, there is no sign that I can't take a picture there.
if you are in Central Park then you must stop here for a skate- amNewYorkDecember 27, 2012Pure bliss! The rink is the city's largest and is perfect for first-timer skaters.
Emmanuel GalvanFebruary 13, 2016Beautiful and romantic. The service and the staff are terrible though. And it's expensive.
SummerMarch 6, 2013Be sure to bring cash for hot cocoa :) Get it with marshmallows and whipped cream!
Erica SchultzDecember 19, 2011You can get your skates sharpened in the main office, but the guy leaves at 7pm, so give yourself enough time!
Ali CotterNovember 21, 2014Go early on a weekday! Avoid the ice cleaning times, you'll be waiting 30 mins
Gábor NagyDecember 17, 2011i think the best place, cuz i was skating as fast as i can :D and nobody said anything :)) wooo, goooood :)) gogogo everybody :)
Nina CAugust 6, 2009Go ice-skating in the wintertime. It almost feels like being in the great outdoors, but with a little bit of the NYC skyline peeking in through the trees. Love it!
Landon HowellDecember 21, 2013Keep an eye on your scarves, mittens, and earmuffs. Sticky Bandits afoot.
Andrea CiancarelliJanuary 8, 2011Absolutely to do! No long line (as Rockefeller Center) and a better view of the city!
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"Great park to walk and bike. Enjoyable. Always something going on. Kayak, merry go round, zoo, concerts, playground"
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"What a cool afternoon! Small but great fun and well organized."
James John (Jay) Cudney IV - 8.6
"Nice place to sit outdoors with usually live music during the summer and during the winter to get into the holiday season. Beautiful lighting and atmosphere."
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