Ice Skating on the Museumplein Amsterdam at Ice*Amsterdam
November 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am – February 2, 2025 @ 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 15 November 2024 to 2 February 2025.
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- Skating rink on the Museumplein
- Price of Ice Skating Rink Museumplein
- Combi ticket Moco Museum + Ice Rink Museumplein
- Openings hours ice rink
- Winter restaurant ‘Bistro IJsclub’
- Ice*Village (Christmas Market on Museumplein)
- Address ice rink Amsterdam
- Things to do near the ice rink
- Hotels near the ice rink
- FAQ’s
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.
Price of Ice Skating Rink Museumplein
To access the ice skating rink on Museumplein, located in the heart of Amsterdam, you need to purchase an entry ticket. The ticket price at the counter is €14.50 per person (including skate rental). We highly recommend reserving your ticket online in advance. This way, you can enjoy a discount and guarantee your entry.
Discounted Online Ticket for the Ice Skating Rink on Museumplein
When you purchase your ticket online, you benefit from a discount. There are two types of discounted tickets available. Online, you can save between €2.00 and €3.50 on your ice skating ticket (including skate rental). Planning to combine your visit to the ice rink with a trip to the nearby Moco Museum? Then you’ll receive an impressive €10.50 discount on the combination ticket (including skate rental).
| Amsterdam Ice rink tickets | Price |
|---|---|
| + Ice skating ticket (including skate rental) | € 14.50 |
| Combination ticket with Moco Museum + Ice skating ticket (including skate rental) + Moco Museum | Combi deal € 25.95 |
| Combination ticket with Van Gogh Museum + Ice skating ticket (including skate rental) + Van Gogh Museum | Combi deal € 38.00 |
Combi ticket Moco Museum + Ice Rink Museumplein
Right next to the ice skating rink, you’ll find the unique Moco Museum. Combining a visit to the Moco Museum with the ice skating rink on Museumplein is always a great idea, and now it’s even more enticing. With the special combination ticket, you’ll save an impressive €10.50. Check availability below and book your combination ticket today!
Openings hours ice rink
The skating rink will be open every day from 15 November 2024 to 2 February 2025 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 | 9 am – 10 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am – 10 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 10 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: horeca@ijsbaanmuseumplein.nl
Opening hours Restaurant
| Weekday | Opening hours restaurant |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Friday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am – 11 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 11 pm |
Ice*Village (Christmas Market on Museumplein)
Chirstmas Market Amsterdam Ice*Village brings the Christmas spirit to Museumplein from December 12th till 26th December 2024. 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.
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 | € 24.50 (19+) | Free (0-18) | Book now |
| Van Gogh Museum | € 24.00 (18+) | Free (0-17) | Book now |
| Moco Museum Banksy | € 21.95 (18+) | Free (0-9) | Book now |
| Stedelijk Museum | € 22.50 (19+) | Free (0-18) | Book now |
| Diamond Museum | € 12.50 (18+) | Free (0-12) | Book now |
| House of Bols Cocktail Experience | € 19.50 (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 15 November 2024 to 2 February 2025. Monday to Thursday from 10am to 10pm and Friday to Sunday from 9am to 10pm.
The Christmas market opens on 12 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 18 December 2024 to 4 January 2024.
Yes, discounts are available when you reserve your ticket online. Discounts range from €2.00 to €3.50 per person for an ice skating ticket (including skate rental) and €10.50 for a combination ticket: an ice skating ticket (including skate rental) + a ticket for the nearby Moco Museum.
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