New York City: Ice-skating

In winter, the freezing weather makes for good ice skating . In milder weather, roller skating is popular, on the paths in Central Park and specifically near the northwest corner of the Sheep Meadow, in Riverside Park and in many smaller open spaces.

Rockefeller Center Ice Rink Between 49th and 50th sts, off 5th Ave tel 212/332-7654.
Without doubt the slickest place to skate, though you may have to wait in line and it's pricier than anywhere else. Call for hours and prices.

Sky Rink Chelsea Piers tel 212/336-6100.

Wollman Rink 62nd St, Central Park tel 212/396-1010.
Lovely rink, where you can skate to the marvelous, inspiring backdrop of the lower Central Park skyline - incredibly impressive at night. Call for hours and prices.

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