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Ice Skating on the Museumplein Amsterdam at Ice*Amsterdam | Cancelled
November 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am – February 4, 2024 @ 9:00 pm
Frosty winter or not, the Museumplein in Amsterdam will be transformed into a winter experience this year. Ice*Amsterdam returns as the capital’s cosiest ice rink at the iconic Museumplein in the centre of Amsterdam, from 11 November 2023 to 4 February 2024.
Unfortunately, the City of Amsterdam has decided not to allow a skating rink on Museumplein in 2023. Ice Amsterdam will therefore unfortunately NOT take place this year. Fortunately, the Christmas market on Museumplein will go ahead. If you want to skate indoors, you can visit the Winter Paradise at RAI Amsterdam from 14 December to 30 December 2023.
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Skating rink on the Museumplein
The skating rink on the Museumplein in Amsterdam is the most enjoyable skating rink in Holland. It is the ideal location for skating for beginners but also advanced skaters can show their skating skills at the skating rink.
Please note! The skating rink at Museumplein is not covered. If you want to skate indoors, you can visit the Winter Paradise at RAI Amsterdam from 14 December to 30 December 2023.
Price skating Museumplein
If you want to skate at the ice rink at Museumplein in the centre of Amsterdam, you can book a ticket in advance. The ticket price is for 2 hours of skating and includes skate rental. When skating, wearing gloves is compulsory. Do not forget to bring these to the skating rink!
| Amsterdam Ice rink tickets | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 hours skating including skate rental | € 14.50 | Buy tickets |
| Day admission to the ice rink excluding skate rental | € 7,50 | Buy tickets |
Openings hours ice rink
The skating rink will be open every day from 11 November 2023 to 4 February 2024 according to the following opening hours:
| Weekday | Opening hours ice rink |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10 am – 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 10 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 10 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am – 10 pm |
Please note that on 31 December (New Year’s Eve), the skating rink will be open extra long until 1 am (1 January 2024). On 1 January the ice rink will be open at 12 pm.
Winter restaurant ‘Bistro IJsclub’
There are plenty of reasons for non-skaters to visit the Museumplein as well. Right next to the rink, visitors can enjoy the winter ambiance, great photo spots and a drink or a delicious lunch at the restaurant. Tailor-made arrangements can be put together for (larger) groups. If you want to visit the Bistro with a group with more than 10 people you can make a reservation via: reserveringen@iceamsterdam.nl
Opening hours Restaurant
| Weekday | Opening hours restaurant |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 11 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 12 am |
| Saturday | 10 am – 12 am |
| Sunday | 10 am – 11 pm |
Ice*Village (Christmas Market on Museumplein)
Chirstmas Market Amsterdam Ice*Village brings the Christmas spirit to Museumplein from December 13th till 26th December 2023. Shop, eat and drink at many different chalets and food trucks, all set in a Scandinavian atmosphere. The market will feature a mix of surprising home goods, original Christmas decorations, winter clothing and accessories. Entrance is free. More information about the Amsterdam Christmas Market
Address ice rink Amsterdam
The skating rink is on Museumplein on the side of the Rijksmuseum near the Museum Shop. The address is: Museumplein 4 in Amsterdam.
If you come by car, you can park at Q-Park Museumplein. (directly below Museumplein). The ice rink is also easily accessible by public transport. Check 9292.nl for up-to-date information on public transport in Amsterdam.
Silent Disco on ICE!
Every Thursday and Saturday evening from 19:00 to 22:00, Silent Disco on Ice! can be found on and next to Ice*Amsterdam’s skating rink. Dance while skating, or enjoy a drink on the side? Everything is possible! Tickets for Silent Disco on ICE! cost €10 (excluding skating rink admission and skate rental) and can be purchased here.
Things to do near the ice rink
The skating rink is located at Museumplein in downtown Amsterdam. So combine skating with a visit to one of the world-famous museums around the square. Below is a list of the museums and attractions close to the skating rink. Note: book your tickets in time. Tickets are usually no longer available at the box office.
| Museum & Attractions | Price adults | Price kids | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rijksmuseum | € 21,00 (19+) | Free (0-18) | Book now |
| Van Gogh Museum | € 22,00 (18+) | Free (0-17) | Book now |
| Moco Museum Banksy | € 19,50 (18+) | Free (0-9) | Book now |
| Stedelijk Museum | € 20,00 (19+) | Free (0-18) | Book now |
| Diamond Museum | € 11,00 (18+) | Free (0-12) | Book now |
| House of Bols Cocktail Experience | € 15,50 (18+) | Adults only | Book now |
Hotels near the ice rink
Museumplein is centrally located in Amsterdam and an ideal location for your hotel. The map below shows the current availability and prices of hotels near Museum Square in Amsterdam.
Booking.comFAQ’s
The skating rink will be open every day from 11 November 2023 to 4 February 2024. Sunday to Thursday from 9am to 10pm and Friday and Saturday from 9am to 11pm. On New Year’s Eve (31 December, the skating rink will be open extra long, until 01.00 (1 January 2024).
The Christmas market opens on 13 December and lasts until 26 December. More information can be found at Christmas market Amsterdam.
Yes, there are lockers you can rent for €2 per locker. Please note! You will need a €2 coin for this.
The skating rink at Museumplein is made with real ice. All types of skates are allowed on it. The rental skates are ice hockey skates. The sizes available are size 28 (EU) to size 50 (EU). You can hire the skates for a maximum of 2 hours. For children with a size smaller than 28 (EU), ice gliders are available for rent. These can be tied under their own shoes.
Entering the ice rink is at your own risk.
The ice rink may only be entered with ice skates.
Gloves are required.
It is forbidden to consume food and drinks on the ice rink.
It is forbidden to enter the ice rink with sledges and other objects unless provided by Ice*Amsterdam.
It is forbidden to enter the ice rink during maintenance.
The instructions of employees must be followed at all times.
No the skating rink is not covered. This allows you to enjoy the unique surroundings more. The skating rink is also open when it rains. If you want to skate indoors, you can visit the winter event Winterparadijs in the RAI Amsterdam from 14 December 2023 to 1 January 2024.
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