About the Skating Rink

Museumplein Ice Rink has been a familiar part of Amsterdam winters for years. With the iconic Rijksmuseum as its backdrop, it is where locals and visitors from around the world come to experience winter in the city. For many, the rink brings back a sense of nostalgia: hot chocolate, cold noses and the unmistakable feeling of ice skating in the heart of Amsterdam.

The rink is for everyone. Children taking their first careful steps on the ice, groups of friends skating together, families making a winter afternoon of it and colleagues meeting up after work.

Throughout the season, there is plenty happening on and around the ice. Alongside public skating, the programme includes activities such as curling and events for children. We also work with partners including the Sven Kramer Academy, and there are various options for schools, groups and companies looking to take to the ice together.

There is just as much reason to visit without putting on a pair of skates. At ’t Wak, you can stop by for hot chocolate, drinks, lunch or dinner. Take a seat indoors, under the covered part of the terrace or outside overlooking the rink. It is just as much a place to meet up, catch up or simply spend some time in the middle of Museumplein.

And that combination is exactly what makes Museumplein Ice Rink so special. Skating for those who want to take to the ice, and plenty to enjoy around the rink for those who prefer to stay on the sidelines. Right in the middle of the city, with the Rijksmuseum as a backdrop and winter, Amsterdam-style. We look forward to welcoming you from October.