Ten ice skating facilities across Massachusetts made this list, located in Boston, Somerville, Newton, Arlington, Stoneham, Norwood, Waltham, and Everett. These venues include a mix of public rinks, arenas, and specialized skating clubs. Ratings for these facilities range from 4.3 to 4.7 stars, based on a combined total of over 3,500 user reviews.
Our rankings are determined by multiplying the venue rating by the log of the review count, with no paid placements.
1. Boston Common Frog Pond
Located at 38 Beacon St in Boston, this facility holds a 4.6 rating from 1,761 reviews.
2. Warrior Ice Arena
This Boston arena has a 4.7 rating based on 533 reviews. One recent reviewer expressed frustration over the lack of livestreams for non-Bruins events, stating it is a failure for parents who cannot watch their children during tournaments.
3. Veterans Memorial Rink
Located in Somerville, this rink is rated 4.5 by 157 reviewers. Feedback indicates the ice is in good shape and the lobby and bathrooms are clean, though parking is described as a pain.
4. Daly Ice Rink
Daly Ice Rink in Newton maintains a 4.5 rating from 140 reviews. Users highlight helpful employees, decent rental skates, and ice that is cleared every hour.
5. Ed Burns Arena & Ice Skating Rink
This Arlington facility has a 4.4 rating from 149 reviews. One parent cautioned against visiting with small children, noting a limited supply of crates for learners.
6. Stoneham Arena
Rated 4.5 by 116 reviewers, this venue is noted for having cold, hard, and well-maintained ice. While the bleachers are simple and not very comfortable, there is plenty of standing room for bystanders.
7. Walter Brown Arena
Located at the Case Athletic Center in Boston, this arena has a 4.6 rating from 104 reviews and is recommended for its atmosphere and ladies hockey.
8. The Skating Club of Boston
Based in Norwood, this club has a 4.3 rating from 138 reviews. Reviewers recommend the Ice Chips performance and mention the opportunity to see Olympic gold medalists.
9. Veterans Memorial Skating Rink
This Waltham rink holds a 4.4 rating from 118 reviews. It is described as a great space for adults and kids to play hockey and practice skating.
10. Allied Veterans Skating Rink
Located in Everett, this rink is rated 4.3 by 131 reviewers. It is noted for having great lighting, though the small parking lot can make parking tricky.
How we ranked these
Our list is generated using a formula that balances the average star rating with the volume of feedback (rating × log review count) to ensure popular and highly-rated venues surface first. For more details, see our methodology.