Skating at Museumplein

From 24 October 2026 to 16 January 2027, you can go ice skating every day at Museumplein Ice Rink in Amsterdam. A unique rink in the middle of the city, for skaters of all ages.

Bringing your own skates? Perfect. Don’t have a pair at home? No problem, you can simply rent them at the rink. And for children who want to improve their skating skills, the Sven Kramer Academy will be offering weekly skating lessons throughout the winter. Before you know it, they’ll be gliding past you.

Gloves are mandatory at the skating rink. You can also buy them on site.

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Opening Hours

Ice skating in Amsterdam? Museumplein Ice Rink is open this year from Saturday 24 October 2026 to Saturday 16 January 2027. On weekdays, the rink is open from 12:00 to 21:00. At weekends, we open from 10:00, and on Fridays and Saturdays you can stay on the ice for an extra hour.

During the Christmas holidays, from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, extended opening hours apply. During this period, Museumplein Ice Rink opens daily from 10:00. Keep an eye on our website and social channels for the latest information.

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Skate Rentals

Don’t have your own skates? No problem. At Museumplein, you can easily rent skates in all sizes, from small to large. Rental costs €8 per session. You can purchase a ticket including skate rental in advance via the ticket shop, or arrange it on site.

Prefer to bring your own skates? That’s allowed, as long as they are properly sharpened. Note: figure skates are not permitted.

SKATE RENTAL
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Skating lessons

Want to learn how to skate or improve your technique? This winter, the Sven Kramer Academy will be offering weekly skating lessons at Museumplein Ice Rink. Children aged 4 to 10 can take to the ice under the guidance of experienced instructors, right in the heart of the city with the Rijksmuseum as a backdrop.

The lessons are suitable for all levels, from children taking their very first steps on the ice to those who already feel a little more confident on their skates.

Skating lessons