This directory features ten ice skating facilities located across New York, Brooklyn, Flushing, Queens, and Long Island City. Ranging in ratings from 4.0 up to 4.5 stars and drawing review counts from 355 to 1,849, these spots include prominent rinks and park facilities across the boroughs. Visitors share feedback on everything from iconic skyline views and crowd sizes to rink dimensions, on-site food options, and surrounding park areas, providing a practical baseline for finding a place to skate.
Our rankings are determined by a formula multiplying each venue’s star rating by the logarithmic value of its review count, with no paid placements.
1. The Rink At Rockefeller Center
Situated at 600 5th Avenue in New York, this location holds a 4.5-star rating from 1,849 reviews. Visitors note that skating in the middle of the city surrounded by lights creates an iconic and special experience. Reviewers mention that it can get crowded, but stopping by is worth the effort.
2. Aviator Sports & Events Center
Found at 3159 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, this facility earns a 4.3-star rating across 1,584 reviews. Feedback highlights that the space is very spacious, and recent management updates have already started enhancing the venue.
3. Wollman Rink
Located at 830 5th Ave in New York, this rink has a 4.3-star rating from 1,229 reviews. Reviewers describe it as the biggest ice skating rink in NYC, featuring a central park and skyscraper backdrop, a small igloo for private gatherings, and light bites that can be upgraded.
4. Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatic Center
Positioned at 131-04 Meridian Rd in Flushing, this center maintains a 4.1-star rating based on 1,269 reviews.
5. LeFrak Center at Lakeside
Set at 171 East Dr in Brooklyn, this spot holds a 4.2-star rating from 1,047 reviews. Visitors point out that being in Prospect Park provides amazing views near the pond, and note that the roller skating rink is fairly new.
6. The Rink at Brookfield Place with Gregory & Petukhov
Located at 230 Vesey St in New York, this rink earns a 4.5-star rating from 487 reviews. Reviewers mention that it is pretty small compared to others, but visiting at sunset makes it worthwhile despite nearby construction obstructing views toward the water.
7. World Ice Arena
Operating at 131-04 Meridian Rd in Queens, this facility has a 4.0-star rating across 731 reviews. Patrons note it is a very busy and much-needed recreation site, though party rooms receive criticism for feeling cramped and uninviting.
8. Skating at Bryant Park
Found on 5th Ave in New York, this location holds a 4.1-star rating from 528 reviews. Visitors highlight the winter market experience, specifically pointing out the Indian food, samosas, and cheesewheel pasta.
9. Riverbank State Park Roller skating
Situated at 679 Riverside Dr in New York, this park facility reaches a 4.3-star rating across 355 reviews. Reviewers describe it as a scenic place offering many activities for families, along with hosting events like graduations.
10. City Ice Pavilion
Located at 47-32 32nd Pl Ste 5103 in Long Island City, this rink holds a 4.2-star rating from 357 reviews. Feedback shows anticipation from visitors planning to skate there in the future.
How we ranked these
Rankings are generated objectively using review metrics pulled from public listings. To learn more about how we weight star ratings and total review volume, read our methodology.