Wollman Rink, New York, New York
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This is the Trump Wollman Skating rink in Central Park. It's open November through March while it's cold enough for skating.
Waymark Code: WM5N7M
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 01/24/2009
Views: 36
From the park site:
The Wollman Rink was a success from the day it opened in 1950. Funds for the rink were donated by philanthropist Kate Wollman in memory of her parents and siblings.Over 300,000 skaters glided across the ice in its first year of operation.
Today over 4,000 use the 33,000-square-foot rink daily. Wollman's easy access from Grand Army Plaza (East 59th Street and Central Park South) and its picturesque location between the Dairy to the north and the Pond to the south make it popular not only for skaters, but also for any visitor who appreciates the romance of the New York City skyline. Spectators sitting on the outside bleachers — or skaters confident enough to look up — can see the skyscraper outline that makes a New York view distinct in the world.
Wollman hosts skaters day and night. But nighttime is a New York City moment. Music plays across the ice as skaters find their own rhythm circling the rink. A moon is a plus, but not required since the ice itself gives off a silver sheen.
As the variety of accents testifies, New Yorkers and tourists alike mingle on the ice. The holiday season is undoubtedly the most popular and the most picturesque. Children steal the scene with their colorful padded snowsuits, knit hats and mittens. Skaters and spectators can warm up at an informal snack bar that serves assorted fast food, and hot and cold drinks.
Public Skating Hours :
Monday & Tuesday 10:00am - 2:30pm
Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am - 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday 10:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Best Entrance:
Central Park South (59th Street) and 6th Avenue. Wollman Rink is a two minute walk into Central Park from this entrance. Follow the footpath directly into the park.
By Subway:
Take the A, B, C, D, 1, 9 to 59th Street
Take the N, R to 5th Ave.
Take the B, Q to 57th Street
By Bus:
Take the M1, M2, M3, M4 to 64th Street
Take the M5, M7, M10, M104 to Columbus Circle
Parking:
There is no parking at the rink or within Central Park.
Public or Private Access?: Public
Physical Address:
Central Park South (59th Street)
6th Avenue
New York, NY USA
10019
Rent available ?: yes
Rink Website: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation: Not listed
Price: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
There are no specific visit requirements, however telling about your visit is strongly encouraged. Additional photos of the building or rink to add to the gallery are also nice, but not required. Pictures with a GPS or you in them is highly discouraged.