The Rink At Rockefeller Center

Came around Christmas on December 23. There were huge crowds and finding the exact entrance was a bit difficult but the staff was very helpful. I was so appreciative of the staff because it was a bit frustrating trying to find your way and they were very kind and patient when helping. Otherwise, it was a fairly seamless process. You are given a colored sticker and that is how they track your allocated time to skate. When your time is up they will announce that whoever has that color is to exit the rink. Despite the large crowd, once on the ice the rink was so much fun! There was a mix of all levels of skaters so just be mindful of your surroundings. A lot of people wanted to take pictures under the famous lit up tree and it was a perfect opportunity. The staff on the ice were attentive and helpful. You could tell they were very knowledgeable of their job. Lockers were provided for your shoes and other small items. It was an experience that I can say was my favorite part about my visit to New York for the holidays.

My friends and I visited The Rink @ Rockefeller from VA and had a fabulous time!! One of my friends was having difficulty with her skates and Daniel, the rink guard, was friendly and very helpful. He helped her switch her skates then it was bliss for the duration. What a wonderful quintessential NY experience!! Thanks, Daniel, for making our visit there enjoyable and memorable!!! ❤️

The Rink at Rockefeller Center offers a classic New York City ice-skating experience, especially magical during the holiday season. The rink, set against the backdrop of the iconic Rockefeller Christmas tree, creates a festive and memorable atmosphere. However, the experience comes at a premium. Ticket prices can be high, especially during peak times, and skate rentals add to the cost. The rink is also relatively small and can get quite crowded, making it less enjoyable during busy hours. Despite these downsides, skating at Rockefeller Center is a must-do for those seeking a quintessential NYC experience. For those looking for more affordable or spacious alternatives, rinks like Wollman in Central Park or Bryant Park’s Winter Village may be better options.

The RINK at Rockefeller Center was GREAT! The Process was smooth, the amount of Skate time was Plenty Long, and the Ice was never too Busy. Place Ran like a Fine Tuned Machine…. Oh yea, BENJAMIN is a ROCKSTAR! He was eager to help, anticipated customer needs, and made our day truly, Extra Special. Thank you so much Benjamin !!!!

Skating at the Rockefeller Center rink was an incredible experience! The atmosphere is magical, and I was pleasantly surprised by the reasonable prices—it makes this iconic New York experience accessible to everyone. I absolutely loved it and can’t wait to come back, especially when the Christmas tree is up! It’s a must-do for anyone visiting the city. 🎄😍✨

the experience was beautiful, especially with the view of the rockefeller christmas tree! it was very crowded though because the rink is not that big and skating can be difficult. there’s lockers to put the jackets and bags in and you are not allowed to bring it on the ice. finding a place to put the skates on can be quite tricky because of the amount of people. i would recommend purchasing the tickets and skate rental beforehand to avoid long waiting times.

This is a great and fun way to spend time in New York I recommend coming during the holiday season while as the tree is up and the lights are on it’s beautiful and fun even tho I’m terrible at ice skating this is such a fun experience I wouldn’t wanna miss !

It’s truly an incredible experience, if you ever get the chance, don’t hesitate to do it; you won’t regret it. We had an absolute blast! The atmosphere was stunning, the vibes were fantastic, and it was an unforgettable time.

Totally epic experience. I don't think there is anything more Christmas winter in New York. The skates are fairly awful and it's a bit spendy, but it was so much fun. Feels like a bucket list item. We went at 11p on a Friday night and there were plenty of people there skating. It was freezing cold but worth every second. We stayed almost to closed. A must do.

A view to remember! My boyfriend and I had so much fun ice skating, it's been years since we last did. We purchased skate rentals, not too comfy. They provide lockers for you to store your shoes and bags, no bags on the ice.

We had a great time! Easy to book online, organized entry lines for ticket holders and the rink was leveled every hour or so. Staff were helpful for skate and penguin rental. View under the tree was spectacular. Lots of lockers too. Loved it.

If you are an ice skater and are in NYC you have to make a stop to the famous rink right? Purchasing tickets online saves you money and also you might be able to get better times. If you have your own skates you can save the rental which is pretty pricey. Ambiance was great for my 6 year old who has been taking lessons for 3 years! She enjoyed the size of the rink as well as the quality of the ice. They had all the skaters come off during her session midway so she got some pretty smooth ice for her second half of the session. Very charming bit just pricey!

New York Bucket List checked! I think ice skating at Rockefeller Center during the holidays is on most people's NY list. I've been wanting to do it ever since I watched the movie "Elf", they have that cute scene where Buddy and Jovie go on a date here. I've been to Rockefeller Center many times before but never got a chance to go ice skating until my recent trip. I went on New Year's Day and it cost me about $78 for admission ticket and ice skate rental. Yup, you read that right, it does cost a pretty penny but it's a once in a lifetime experience, so my cousin and I coughed it up for the memories. The experience is so magical, especially with the iconic tree lit up. I'm in no way an ice skater lol I'm more like Bambi on ice haha but I still had so much fun. I was inching my way around the rink but I'm glad I didn't fall! If you ever get the opportunity, go ice skating at Rockefeller! It will be a memory for the books!

I checked skating on the Rink off my bucket list years back on a trip to Manhattan. Today I'm fine just watching others skate on it. It does make for some fun people watching. It is around $30 to skate at The Rink for both admission and skate rental. I know people gripe about the prices, but you have to do it at least once in your life. Especially if you are here during the holiday season. The Rink at Rockefeller Center is the most famous ice rink in the world and was installed in Rockefeller plaza in 1936. In front of 30 Rockefeller Plaza on the western end is the large Prometheus statue designed by sculpture Paul Manship and a fountain. Surrounding the Rockefeller Plaza are the flags of the countries that are members of the United Nations. There are also restaurants and retail stores. When I first saw the rink in person, I remember thinking that it looks so much smaller in person than on TV. The Prometheus statue is pretty amazing to see in person. A family tradition we had growing up was to watch the "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" telecast where they do live performances and light the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Lighting the tree is a New York City winter tradition that goes back to 1933. The tree is erected behind the Prometheus statue and is impressive to see in person. The tree itself can stand anywhere from 70 to 100 feet. When I came here in the summer, they had the plaza set up for roller skating. With the music and flashing lights, it resembled an 80s-era roller skating rink. From what I was reading, this looks like it will be a regular summer thing. Prices are pretty much the same as it is for ice skating.

Ice skating at Rockefeller Center... check. What's not to like about the iconic Ice Rink at Rockefeller Center? This was New York City so even on a weekday it was crowded. The staff have it down to a science. Our group was given a specific color wrist band so you know when your "time" is up. The skates you get have the easy straps instead of laces and they have free lockers to keep your stuff while skating. There are helpful staff that are on the ice to assist you. For novice skaters like me who stay close to the edge at all times, it was still a blast skating around the rink. The local people were also friendly as we made some friends who took our family pictures and gave us pointers on the ice. Plan ahead, get there early and get the New York City all inclusive "pass" that includes this rink. It's well worth the price. Our family had a great time and made some fun memories here. Thanks!

Is it expensive to ice skate here? Yes. Will you have a lot of fun at an iconic NY spot? Also yes. Ignore the price, and you'll love it! PS the lockers are free, which is nice after the high price tag to get in.

Over the many years, that I have lived in NYC, I have visited Rockefeller Center many times, at different times of the year! It's a beautiful place, to take photos of your family! I'm presenting to all YELPERS, a few of my old favorites! Happy Healthy Holidays for all! NYC= ROCKS at RC!

Great photo opportunity here with the tree while ice skating. Prices for the holidays are $104 pp so buy early and online, much cheaper. It's about an hour of skating and there are shops as well as restrooms.

Friends visiting NYC during the holidays and what do they want to do? Ice Skate at Rockefeller Center. Purchased tickets online through The Rink at Rockefeller Center website. Tickets cost $51 + $11 for ice skate rental. Total came out to $62 for one adult. Prices vary according to the date, time you book tickets. We went Saturday after Thanksgiving and the place was packed. It was a mob scene. Long lines filled with excited kids and adults of all ages waiting patiently to check in and get your their ice skates. The rink itself was packed and not lots of room to skate. But everyone was going with the flow. See little kids with Penguin skate aids around the rink. it's all about the experience of skating at Rockefeller Center. It was fun watching skaters as well as taking photos of the Christmas tree.

(Visited 11/23/22 WE @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm): The rink was the center of all the action! An item on my travel bucket list, I finally got my skate on at the famous iconic landmark The Rink At Rockefeller Center https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=4uO9s4CF4p4Q9Mg9A3LUJA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. I've always had a fascination with this place from the countless times I've seen it in movies and shows and swore one day I would lace up and cut some ice! I've been to New York City several times but always during warmer weather. Last year was my first time in cold wintery weather, but my lateness making reservations plus COVID put a kibosh on my ice skating dreams. The pandemic was still with us in a more manageable presence and life was slowly returning to some sense of normalcy whatever that meant now. With things in my favor, was my blades of steel moment all I thought it would be!? PURCHASE General Admission Adult 1-Hour Ice Skating Session ($38.00): Like surge pricing, it varied throughout the day based on the time where the lowest fares were early or late in the day; whereas, the higher rates were during the middle of the day. Thankfully, I paid the middle-of-the-road although I felt it was still pricey. Hey, it was a tourist trap and something I've always wanted to do, so prices be damned! FYI... There was also a VIP option with astronomical prices. Ice Skates Rental ($11.00): This was a fixed rate that was more palpable. Honestly, I felt they could've charged whatever they wanted since it appeared the majority of those on the rink were out-of-towners like myself and wouldn't be traveling with a pair of skates https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ujFbJHelcOVKXBaHRqcddg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! SERVICE The online purchase was a breeze. Once you arrived, there was someone who queued the masses of excited skaters into time blocks in an orderly fashion and somehow managed to keep the long line intact. The staff behind the counter who ran the skate rentals were robotic and zombie-like as they shuffled in-and-out skates after skates after skates. The attendants in the changing & locker area had more personality and boisterous about the free lockers to store your stuff. Then, you had the rodeo clown who wrangled the groups behind a gate and got everyone excited and riled-up before we were released onto the ice. Lastly, about 45 minutes into my session, the Zamboni came out to resurface the ice for a cleaner faster slicker skate-around https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rTK7QXnB7KeI_fSEsnwnHg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Everything ran like clockwork - great job! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance) Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, there was an onsite parking garage or you could take your chance in trying to find a spot along the many congested streets that surrounded the area. Otherwise, just simply walk as I did, or there were a plethora of nearby subway stations - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A large oblong ice rink in a sunken plaza that was the former site of a fountain, it was arguably the focal point of Rockefeller Center itself. Surrounded by staircases that led to and from the rink and stone buildings that housed various businesses and offices, anyone walking by had to sneak a peek at the action. Obviously, there was plenty of natural lighting during the day while a flood of electric street and outdoor lights filled in the rest at night. I saw no TVs while music from the ice skating rink and the general hustle-and-bustle of the buzzing activity bombarded your ears. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=RuyY34nEuF4WiXvL6QHouQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE At this time of year, I was wrapped up in a beanie, thermals, goose down jacket, jeans, and clunky winter boots. OVERALL The Rink At Rockefeller Center fulfilled a longtime dream, but now that I've ice skated on it, I didn't feel I needed to do it again. By all means, everyone should get on the ice and have a go-around for the mere fact of its historical significance. However, the rink was smaller than I expected, the crowds were insane, and the prices were high. Yet, I still found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $49.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they and all surrounding businesses accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Set a time to come to the rink for a little date night. The times are easily available and it's so easy to schedule. They had plenty availability. This was my first time ice skating. It seemed to be a pretty welcoming place and inviting for me to learn. There was not too many people in the rink and they played good music. The price was very reasonable.

It was fun, feel smaller when you are actually in the space though. The floor is rubber grid tile so you do feel the bump. There are some staffs who's pro at roller skate are going around giving you a hand or tips on skating which is super nice. Loved that I learned skating backwards from their tip!

It's Rockefeller center rink. So if you come as a tourist I would say you should go. But know the pitfalls. It's super expensive even for New York standards. Wollman rink is like $15. Bryant park rink is free. The rink can be at least $60 a person. Your paying for the ambiance and site. Very small rink also. You're not coming for any space and you will likely be going in a circle a majority of the time even if you are a trained skater. Simply crowded and no space. But again it's Rockefeller center. You can get great pictures and say you've been there. Unfortunately for my wallet. My daughter loves it every Christmas season

First time at The Rink. $200+ for 4 people! You'd think at the least the skating showles would fit and is of decent quality. They do not cater to widefooted customers. Could not skate longer than 15 minutes as the skates were pressing against the sides of my feet close to the ball of my feet. And every step made it even more painful. Didn't get to skate the full hour but tried at the least 30 minutes to make the amount we paid here worth our while. My niece was done skating in 10 minutes because her feet started hurting by how hard the skates pressed against her feet. Initially I thought it was the size of the skates that was the issue. But after going a size down and a size up from my foot size--it is their equipment that is the issue. First time in NYC and this happened. I can take the attitude from the handful of idiotic white elitist New Yorkers I've encountered here and the people who look like they hate their life working and their attitude, BUT I put my feet down with the ridiculous amount paid for this rink just for an inconvenient experience. You've ALL been warned!

A lot of money to get in but one of the few things worth paying out your ass for. It doesn't matter the skill level of your ice skating it's just fun being on ice. The Rink At Rockefeller Center is all about getting on that ice and just having a fun time for a few minutes until you're kicked off so the next group can get on. Good place for a date and there's a great chance you'll be thanked later. You can't beat the experience of skating under that big tree. Getting here is especially annoying when it's around the peak times at holidays. It gets flooded with tourists like us who want to take lots of pictures of ourselves and others. The one thing keeping it not as busy is the steep admission price. Many people are too cheap to pay it. That usually includes me but this time we were like yolo fuck it let's do this. It was good visiting friends back here and we were going whether one of us wanted to or not. Thankfully I was one of the ones who wanted to and it was fun dragging along the guy who didn't want to. I had a skating partner with my female companion. We put some money together to pay for about an hour or so. It's about $35 for admission. The skate rental is additional but thankfully we had those. Of course it also is a long line to get in. This is first come first serve. Always a long wait and it's cold. In the meantime you can get some good pictures. The prices actually are good for the whole experience so pay up.

It was a great time here at the rink at Rockefeller Center. The only reason why I gave it a four out of five was because yes it was decently size, I would have liked it a little bit bigger. But it was a very simple process to get your tickets and get to the life, the locker room was clean, and there were plenty of lockers available for us to use. We got the VIP pass which I recommend buying as it comes with the skates and a hot complimentary drink. Pretty much better deal than the regular pass. I got hot cocoa and it was interesting, the drink had sugar crystals at the bottom of the hot cocoa. Never had this before and it was very very sweet than usual, but it was still good. Sadly no marshmallows but maybe I should have asked. They offer of course other café pastries, dessert and drinks as well such as cake pop pops. There were all ages on the ice, which was fun and cute to see. They have these ice penguins for kids who need help, making adults actually able to enjoy their time on ice and not have to completely hold up their kid the entire time. I would come again and at night! We got some night skies and the lights were beautiful.

Reservations are highly recommended so that you have a time slot - otherwise you'll be waiting in a long line to try and get a ticket. Pricing varies wildly $11- $65 for date and time and age. VIP tickets gets you a hot drink and priority $47-$113 - we had general tickets and had no issues for our super early session (so VIP value may depend on time). Kids can get these little sled penguins to hold onto and push. They do have some lockers (hit or miss if the lock function is working) for you to put shoes or valuables (I wouldn't bring much if it were me). So what's the GOOD? * You get to skate under the Rockefeller Christmas tree on the square * It's a nice special way to spend a trip to NYC during the holidays * You're making some pretty cool memories * People of all skating experience levels are out there - so if you're a beginner you'll be ok too And the BAD? * Holy cow it can be cold * Ice is perpetually rutted and ice powder build up is everywhere (esp near the edges where all the newbies are - this also makes the penguins hard to use since you have to clear them constantly) * Rental skates are beat to heck. Toddlers have strap on sled like skates (but they loosen frequently and need to be tightened). * It's fairly crowded (thought you can still slowly skate around)

NOPE. Nope. Nope. Absolutely not. I only paid $80 per person to fulfill a childhood dream (my parents were too financially strapped to allow me to ice skate at the Rockefeller in 1986) Foolishly, I wanted to fulfill my dream and skate with my kids. Lemme say... I took pics and left. The skates are 100% AWFUL. Most of the lockers are broken. The whole check in Process is a cluster. I almost think they give you horrible ones so you don't want to spend any time in them. Absolutely disgusting...

If one thinks about skating in NYC during Christmas, the first image that comes to mind is Rockefeller Center. I mean, c'mon, who WOULDN'T want to skate around an iconic tree? It's on the bucket list for many of those visiting the city from abroad. It was certainly one of my personal top things to check off. Reservations are required in advance to skate here... and it's pretty pricey. It's cheaper in the early morning hours, and gets more expensive as the day progresses. I paid ~$42 for a start time of 9:30am. It did not come with skate rental, and skating was allowed for 1 hour max. I found the rink to be small, but it was okay because I thoroughly enjoyed skating below the iconic tree and enjoyed being back on ice after four years. Checked that off my list, will probably not return. One and done, but it will be a great memory in my mind!

We arrived early with tickets and reservations. Unfortunately, we were kicked off early because they decided to resurface the ice. My child was distraught and very unhappy, didn't want to leave so I asked one of the attendants if we could stay a little extra. I can't even put down in words with this rude person's answer was . New York you're in trouble, people here need a big change!

Visited on sunday night. As always, it was crowded. There is a huge line for the skating, so make sure to book a ticket for the admission and the skate if you need. It looks like the line will take at least an hour. If you have a ticket, you can go straight to the staff and just show the ticket. Some people were mad thinking that we are skipping the line... inside, pretty simple, get your ticket ready and grab the skate. There is a free locker for shoes and small accessories but nothing large. The shoe lockers are dirty, so be sure to bring a wipe or paper towel if you dont want your belongings to get dirty. The skating is pretty straight forward but there is a huge crowds. The staffs were very on point. If you look like you have any trouble with anything, they show up before you know.

Iconic spot, but PACKED like sardines in this small rink well after the core Xmas holidays. You have to go check it out but am not sure id go skating in the square. Seemingly more of a hazard or liability going against the current of dozens of tourists of all walks of life. Am not sure the total cost but I'd rather spend my $ elsewhere in nyc. May be a spot to bring a family kid or kid + friends down the road. Otherwise I recommend passing through to see what all the buzz is about for yourself!

Went to check out the Rockefeller center and top of the rock. We decided to try ice skating, but had trouble purchasing the tickets online as the prices change depending on the time of use. I highly recommend that you purchase your tickets ahead of time.

Very disappointed. The ice is very uncomfortable along with the skates. They use a water hose and spray the ice down while other employees push the water around. What a JOKE. You would think for the amount of money you are spending that you would have better quality ice and skates. The skates will make your ankles hurt after a few minutes. There are better options in town with better quality ice that actually use a ice maintenance machine and their skates won't destroy your ankles. Avoid Avoid Avoid!

I bought the tickets because it is a bucket list item thinking it was a little expensive. BUT so worth it. It was beautiful and the ice was so nice. They organize it well and the staff are so nice. I recommend going at a later time since it will be less crowded but absolutely beautiful

The staff is rude and I will not recommend this to anyone. Do not spend your money at this place.

Phone system doesn't work. Website payment doesn't work. Has been over a week with no fix or return call. Don't have time to wait on the line for 2+ hours. You'd think they'd try to get this fixed.

I always wanted to try this rink, even it is a small one, I liked a lot. They allowed me to make videos take pics, of course with careful and respecting others skaters. The staff was very attentive with everyone. Such a great experience.

Our most recent trip to NYC was a relatively last minute decision to go and take the family. Once we got our air travel set we decided days before to set up some activities. One we chose was the skate and lunch at The Rink. For 1.5 hours of skating, skate rentals and a special skate menu for lunch, it was well worth the fun and experience of skating at Rockefeller plaza. Our kids thought it was amazing and had so much fun. Service was wonderful from the time we checked in to getting our skates and to going out to skate. Enough people skating as "chaperone " to help and even offer to take pictures. The center has lockers but we're all used but they provided complimentary baskets behind the counter. Make reservations as early as you can. All of these events sell out quickly. The rink is open until mid April. The price $34 per adult and $28 per child I thought was great value for NYC and what you got. We would do it again.

Love love love this place. Only been here once, but it really was pretty darn magical. The staff was very friendly and helpful, which always enhances the experience. The music was spot on and the vibes were perfect. This is a great place to bring your significant other, that's for sure. I highly recommend!!

Naya the manager sang happy birthday to me. Iconic setting. Wasn't clear about the admission purchase on line. I thought it included skate rental. Maybe I wasn't paying close enough attention to the process. Anyway, you can't go wrong skating here.

Great staff Shoutout to Alyssa in the locker rooms Also their amazing red head skate host And to the nice man organizing the penguins Def sad to see the prettiest tree in Nyc Would def come again

A nice experience. They do a good job of making it so the rink is not too crowded. Unfortunately the ice doesn't get smoothed very often so it can be a bit rough. But all in all it's a nice way to make a memory of visiting Rockefeller center.

If I was going to make a list of things I hate in life, ice skating would probably be pretty close to the top. I have no balance, I fall and I have zero coordination when it comes this activity. So why did we come? Because Jaime loves it and we wanted to do something touristy for the holidays. It's not a cheap activity. $44 dollars each, but that includes skate rentals if you're trying to justify it. If anything, do it for the photos because they come out pretty amazing, and if you're like me, the boomerangs are even better when you face plant on the ice. The line can take some time because they only let a certain amount of people into the rink in one session. I did appreciate this so that it was never overly crowded, plus waiting in line isn't painful because again, plenty of photo opportunities. Be aware that they do shut down for 30 minutes at certain times during the day to clean the ice. If you want to stay, you have to sit and wait until they're done. In the hour or so that we were there, I think I made it around four times total. Even if you aren't skilled and look like a deer on ice - it's still fun watching the people that can stand upright do their thing. Plus, when else can you get up close and personal with Prometheus under one of the most famous Christmas trees in America? Probably wouldn't do it again - but glad we experienced it at least once!

I went the distance and paid for the VIP with dinner included. The skates have zero padding and my family of five made it around two laps and came back in. Then we swapped out the skates and it was just as bad. I wrapped paper napkins around my sons feet. We made it two more laps and we all came back in. He already had two blisters. The VIP also came with hot coco cookies and espresso. The cookies were stale and there was no sugar or milk for the espresso. The staff also didn't know where to get any. This landmark needs a reality check. A zero star review from a well know critic like peter Luger just had. I can not believe the quality of the rentals. It wrecked the experience. My guess is the skates are that poor so you get off the ice faster and they can pack more people on. I proposed 16 years ago on this rink and came back to create a special moment with my family. So disappointed. If you must experience this make sure you bring thick padded socks and bandaids to make your experience better.

After renovation: We skated here on opening weekend this year and it was a great experience. Tickets are easy to purchase online, entry is timed, the staff that scanned our tickets were helpful and courteous and the skate rental team was helpful. The locker area is clean and busy; there is no way to socially distance but everyone is required to have a mask on in that area so it seemed fine to us. The ice is well groomed (we were there at 9:30 am), skate hosts are helpful and friendly. The one downside is the number of people who can barely skate who take out their phones and try and take pictures while being wobbly on skates! Yikes. It seems like an accident waiting to happen and there were several near misses. Worth a visit for an iconic experience.

This was my first visit to Rockefeller Center Ice Skating Rink. It was a Saturday at 9:15am. I've been here many times before but never skated. The web site offers different start times in 10 minute increments so I figured I had an hour from when I paid on site but all skaters with a particular color sticker had to stop at 10am so I paid for 15 minutes that I never got. The ticket they gave me even showed 9am. It was fairly empty except for the beginner class of about 10 adults hugging the railing. It's a small rink, which I was aware of beforehand but I just wanted to skate here at least once. They have a locker room (only for shoes and bags so no changing clothes.) Customers create custom 4 digit security combos on the lock, take a picture of it (just in case) then go on the rink.

I accidentally fell and broke my wrist while skating. I give them 5 stars because the staff are amazing! As soon as I fell a staff person was there to help me up. I went inside to ask for an ice pack but they wouldn't let me go before the medic took a look at me. She (Litosha) accurately assessed that my wrist was broken and called ahead to a medical facility she knew could do X-rays. She was comforting and professional. I felt that the rink was prepared for anything. Before that we skated for 45minutes and it was great! And yes, get your tickets ahead of time. And skate responsibly lol.

My wife and I had the unique opportunity of being in NYC for business on opening day of the ice rink! Bucket list moment! We decided to schedule our day to go skate. The atmosphere was magical, the ice was solid and the skates.... well they are rental skates. The cost is a bit spendy but it's NYC and ice skating in Rockefeller Center so expect to pay more than your neighborhood rink. If you are in the city and looking for a memory moment, I would recommend giving this a look.

This is something that people need to experience. It's not only beautiful but exuded Christmas from all angles. And even more spectacular is the tree being lit in the background. Made me feel like a little girl all over again when I was on the ice. We went the next day after the lighting ceremony and waited only half an hour for skates. They are very organized there and customer service was exceptional! Can't wait to do this again!

Amazing!!!! Very cold!! The lines were good because they are efficient due to following COVID-19 guidelines you are only allowed one hour on the ice foe skating, although it was wonderful as always, I have been coming here since I was a child it's iconic place to come and skate under the Rockefeller Christmas Tree, as you skate you get lost in the light plus dreamy back drop, I did not think they would allowing pictures so I didn't have my phone on me but it was such a dreamy moment taking me back to when I was a child, a glorious experience every time. So come experience skating under the Rockefeller Tree in the middle of New York City it will be an experience of a lifetime.

On our recent trip to NYC I wanted to give the family a memorable experience by ice skating at the Rockefeller Center. However, the staff was rude and unprofessional. I booked the tickets a month and half prior to our trip. I couldn't get the information I needed online so I called for assistance. I explained that I would have my 3 year old toddler with me. The person in the phone said I could get a chaperone pass and rent skate to be with him on the ice. I found this to be odd since I couldn't book that online so I asked if this was possible. He explained yes and proceeded to book our tickets. Well when we arrived at the location after running around for 20 minutes looking for the entrance (FYI no one was willing to help us with directions even inside the lobby area of the center) we were told that no I couldn't escort him to the ice. I was clearly upset and the skate attendant asked if I would like to speak with a manager which I agreed. I asked why would they rent me skates if I couldn't go on the ice with my son. The manager told me that I was given the wrong information and that I had to buy a ticket. No other explanation or apology for the misinformation. So I purchased the $58 ticket to go on the ice. As I received the skates, I could hear the manager in the background asking his employees if I had purchased my ticket. Almost implying that I had not. Needless to say I wasted money since my toddler was afraid of the ice and all the people on the rink. I wouldn't be as upset if the manager would have apologized and approached the matter in a differently . Is true what they say about people from NYC, straight up rude.

Went roller skating today after a NY Post article about roller skating at the rink for the summer. Almost three times as expensive as listed in the NY Post article and the lesson was a joke.

There was a medical emergency while my husband and daughter were skating - a man fell so hard there was blood on the ice and he was not mobile. The slow response from the staff and the emergency ems was scary. Given this was shortly into the skating experience- we asked for a refund and the staff said "all sales final." Bad care for customers all around from the man who was hurt to those skating at the time of the incident.

Tradition. If you are visiting New York for the first time you must ice skate under the tree at Rockefeller Center. If you are only choosing one place to ice skate this year I recommend this place. I also recommend that the best way to do this is to buy a package if you are coming at a busier time of the year, as the lines for general ice skating can be extremely long. One of the more reasonable packages is the "first skate" you get to skate in the morning before the rink opens. The ice is nice and smooth and it is not overly crowded. The area itself also isn't very crowded so it's a win win. I also find that they keep the ice very nice and smooth. It is more expensive to do VIP/reservations but also completely worth it.

Three stars since the skating is seasonal. So beautiful whether you are skating or watching. Everyone would like to fulfill their dream of being out on the ice at least once in their lifetime. This historic location has been in many a romantic movie. People propose to their sweethearts here. People also fall on their hind ends a lot. There are days where you need to maneuver the crowds to get a photo. You may see a celebrity on the ice. Olympic skaters have awed us with a performance. Then there's a visit from the NBC morning show. The show is always entertaining. I'm glad when no one leaves on a stretcher! The price is steep for a skating session. Is it worth the price? I would say yes..... In conclusion, I have a thought. Wouldn't it be nice to capture this all year long? Why don't the powers have six months ice skating and six months roller skating? I was pretty darn good at roller skating. Should I present this idea to the powers of the rink? Why more food at the rink? We need participatory activities. A meal is gone. Physical challenges through recreational activities are accomplishments that last a lifetime...... You don't need to be a pro. It's wonderful to say to yourself "I skated at The Rink at Rockefeller Center". And I did it with all those people watching!! You never know, I may be up in the crowd taking a photo.... :-)

This was my second time ice skating and the first time for my friend. We decided to go to The Rink at Rockefeller and I am so happy we did. Despite the really expensive prices, the rink is full of people enjoying themselves. It is really hard not to because the ice rink is beautiful and it is surrounded by an amazing view as well. GA to the rink runs you $25 a person and ice skate rentals are $12 a person. They have storage rooms inside the facility where you can leave your stuff in while you ice skate. They give you plenty of time to ice skate and the experience is great. If you're a first timer, they have people that are nice enough to try and teach you. The environment is great and it would be perfect for a date if you aren't on a budget.