The best skating rinks in Moscow 2020: paid and free

Winter is the time when residents of the capital and its guests can enjoy all the winter joys and entertainments. One of the most popular and affordable is ice skating. There are several dozen popular ice rinks in Moscow where you can go with your family or friends. The rating of the best skating rinks in Moscow - paid and free - will help to choose the best of them.

When the winter season opens

Traditionally, the beginning of the winter fun season in Moscow falls on the last days of November. These entertainments continue until March. But much in this regard depends on the vagaries of the weather, because not all skating rinks in the capital have the necessary equipment to artificially maintain a low temperature.

Ice rinks in the capital are divided into:

• Artificial skating rinks with traditionally paid entrance, the cost of which is determined by the location of the entertainment complex.
• Natural turf areas. Usually admission is free. They promise to build a lot of such skating rinks in the coming year.

By tradition, the first guests in the upcoming winter season will be hosted by the site located in Sokolniki. This ice rink has an artificial turf and the most modern equipment to keep the temperature low. Therefore, there is an opportunity to ride here at the very beginning of November, even if the air temperature rises above zero.

Then, numerous Moscow skating rinks will open one after another in all parts of the capital. Among this variety, it is not difficult to find a suitable place for entertainment at an optimal cost.

Paid ice rinks

For guests of the capital, paid skating rinks remain the preferred form of entertainment. They are, traditionally, the best, besides they have many other advantages:

• the quality of the coating on them is better than on free skating rinks;
• fewer people, therefore, it is more comfortable to ride on such ice;
• there is an opportunity to rent good skates;
• there are additional services - trainers for beginners, skate sharpening and more.

Skating rink on Red Square

This place is the most visited among tourists who come to the New Year's capital every year. The capacity of the ice rink next to GUM is 450 people. There are many small cafes nearby with a pleasant atmosphere where you can warm up and eat, as well as souvenir shops. The skating rink on Red Square 2020 is open daily during the season. Moreover, in the morning you can ride here for free, while in the afternoon the cost of sessions reaches 500 rubles. Here, those who wish can rent skates, leaving a deposit of 2000 rubles.

• in the very center of the capital;
• developed infrastructure;
• you can rent skates;
• free in the morning;
• high quality ice.

• high cost of services;
• every hour they take a break for half an hour.

The average cost of a session is 500 rubles.

Skating rink in Sokolniki Park

This skating rink is the very first to open thanks to a high quality modern cooling system. The area of ​​the entertainment complex is more than 5000 square meters. They ride on this site from 10 am to midnight. Here you can rent skates for children and adults, leaving a deposit of 500 to 2000 rubles, and use the services of a coach. Sessions last two hours and their cost is relatively low. In addition, those who wish can purchase a subscription. In winter, when the subzero air temperature is finally established, another ice rink opens in the same park, where you can skate for free.

• starts working before everyone else;
• affordable price;
• long sessions;
• developed infrastructure.

• not found.

The average cost of a session is 350 rubles.

Skating rink at VDNKh

This site is recognized as the largest not only in the Russian capital, but in Europe as a whole, since the area of ​​the ice cover is approaching 20,000 square meters. It opens in the last decade of November. The highlight of this skating rink is called special screens built into the ice. They are located in the children's area and show the kids' favorite cartoons. There is also a cafe where you can have a snack right on the ice without removing your equipment. In addition, you can get to this skating rink from the metro for free on a special bus.

But the main advantage of the site at VDNKh is that it is divided into several zones. Beginners, hockey players, professionals and extreme lovers ride here separately. The organizers even provided for couples to visit the skating rink and set up a special alley for romantic walks. There are several romantic cafes and shops with souvenirs and goodies near the site. The site is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am to 11 pm. The cost of skiing is from 150 to 600 rubles. Those interested can rent skates for 150 rubles.

• the largest playground;
• divided into zones;
• developed infrastructure;
• reasonable rental price.

• does not work every day;
• high cost of sessions.

The average price for skiing is up to 600 rubles.

Skating rink in Luzhniki

This site covers about 15 square kilometers and is open from Monday to Sunday. Moreover, on weekdays, you can ride here from 5 pm, while on weekends, the site is waiting for its visitors from 10 am. The cost of skiing is one of the lowest and does not exceed 300 rubles. The skating rink has a high quality surface and excellent infrastructure. Therefore, both adults and children will like the rest in the coming season. The main advantage of this skating rink is that it works without weekends or breaks. Also, guests can use free internet access throughout the entertainment complex.

• lack of weekends and technical breaks;
• excellent ice quality;
• perfectly delivered service;
• free Internet;
• affordable cost.

• not found.

The average price for 1 session is 300 rubles.

Ice skating rink in Gorky Park

This is another interesting place to have fun during winter holidays and weekends. The ice cover covers an area of ​​18 square kilometers. In addition, a school for young figure skaters has been operating here for a long time. At the service of vacationers there are an abundance of cafes and shops with goodies and souvenirs, rental of skates and other equipment, the opportunity to learn how to confidently keep on the ice, thanks to classes with a coach. The organizer also took care of socially unprotected people. So retirees can ride here for free in the first half of the day, and students and schoolchildren, in order to save money, can purchase a subscription. The skating rink is open all days except Mondays, with a technical break in the middle of the day. The maximum cost of a session is 550 rubles.

• large area covered with excellent quality;
• many shops and food outlets;
• there are benefits for certain categories of people.

• there are weekends and breaks.

The cost of skiing is up to 550 rubles.

Skating rink in the Hermitage garden

This cozy place was organized in 1984 and immediately fell in love with lovers of skiing for its romantic atmosphere. Themed decorations and lighting from multi-colored lights are constantly being erected here. Two arenas open on the territory of the entertainment complex. The artificial ice rink starts working first. When frosty weather sets in, skaters can do it on natural ice. There are places for changing clothes for visitors to the park, the opportunity to check in clothes or have a snack right on the ice. There is also an opportunity to learn the basics of figure skating and master simple tricks with a coach. Those interested can rent skates or special helpers for small children. The organizers provided free visiting hours for some categories of citizens: pensioners, veterans, children from large families and orphans. You can also save money by purchasing a subscription.

• pleasant, romantic place;
• two arenas with artificial and natural ice;
• trade in food and drinks right on the site;
• there is a wardrobe;
• there is a rental service;
• free visiting hours for some visitors.

• not found.

The average cost of a skiing session is 250 rubles.

Skating rink in Krylatskoye

This skating rink is indoor, so ice skating here not only in winter, but also in warm weather. Various competitions and training for professional athletes take place here. Therefore, everyone else needs to know the schedule to go ice skating. The exact time when the ice is free can be found on the website. Sometimes in Krylatskoye it is allowed to ride at night, then you can have fun here until the morning. In addition to changing rooms and a wardrobe, there is also skate rental. Anyone can take their favorite pair for 300 rubles.

• works all year round;
• everything is provided for the convenience of tourists;
• skate rental works;
• acceptable price.

• I manage to get in only at certain hours.

Average visit price: 400 rubles.

Ice rink Silver ice

The location of this ice rink is Izmailovsky Park. One of the largest skating rinks in the capital is held there every year. Nevertheless, it is almost always free here, so it is very pleasant to ride to unobtrusive music. For the convenience of visitors, a heated locker room is provided, things can be given to the storage room. There are several small cafes on the territory of the rink, where you can warm up and have a snack. Paying separately, you can hire a coach who will teach you how to confidently keep on skating. The skating rink is open daily according to a set schedule. The cost of a session ranges from 250 to 350 rubles. Skates can be rented for 200 rubles.

• pleasant prices;
• a lot of space;
• several cafes work;
• there is a dressing room and a storage room.

• not found.

On average, the cost of a visit is 350 rubles.

Bauman's garden skating rink

This is a very small ice rink with an unnatural surface. It is located in the depths of the Bauman Garden. Mostly couples with children and lovers like to spend time here. Therefore, here you can ride slowly without fear of being knocked down by fans of extreme and high speed. The quality of the ice on this site is excellent, as it is polished several times every day. Also, to improve the condition of the coating, a special pouring technology is used. Therefore, you can ride on this site even with a slight increase in temperature above zero. Usually pleasant music is heard here, in the evenings multi-colored lights turn on. Heated changing rooms are provided for visitors. Children can go to figure skating school. The ice rink is open daily during the season.Moreover, the cost compares favorably with the advertised sites and is no more than 300 rubles. Those interested can rent skates for 200 rubles.

• comfortable, quiet place with pleasant music and beautiful lighting;
• low prices for skiing and equipment rental;
• a heated locker room;
• skate rental is provided;
• there is a figure skating school for children;
• works on weekends and holidays;
• you can hire a personal trainer.

• not found.

On average, the cost of a skiing session is 300 rubles.

Free skating rinks

If you do not want to pay separately for the opportunity to ride on good ice, then it makes sense to follow the announcements of information on the Internet. Many ice rinks have special hours for free admission. In addition, almost all areas of the capital are opening free sites with natural turf, available to everyone.

Skating rink Chistye Prudy

This place is one of the few free ones with an always cozy atmosphere, spacious and beautiful. There is a place for everyone here. The skating rink is set up on the basis of natural reservoirs, so it starts working only after the winter frosts finally come into effect on the street. But this does not mean that the ice is of poor quality. It is specially poured after the snow has been removed and prepared for the flow of visitors. On a huge area of ​​12 square kilometers, zones are allocated for fans of extreme sports and hockey, for children and for those who just come to relax and have a leisurely ride for themselves. Despite the lack of places for changing clothes and storing things, there are always visitors who are attracted by the fabulous atmosphere and the presence of many cafes and shops nearby.

• free entrance;
• separate areas for different people;
• convenient location;
• there are places to eat.

• the ice is uneven;
• no dressing rooms and lockers;
• no skate rental;
• works only at a stable subzero temperature.

Ice rink at Patriarch's Ponds

This is one of the oldest skiing places in Moscow. For the first time, members of the Russian gymnastic society began to ride here back in the 19th century. Now, not only young people, schoolchildren, students, but also people of the older generation ride on this site. The atmosphere of the old capital reigns here.After skiing, you can stroll along the side streets or stop by for a cup of tea in nearby cafes. Artificial ice is poured on the Patriarchs, which is smoother than natural, but still far from ideal. It is not polished every day. Therefore, beginners need to be prepared that pits, potholes and other irregularities come across. There is no specially arranged dressing area or wardrobe, but there is a skate rental service. Also, the skating rink area is divided into two zones and there are slides for extreme lovers. This site opens with the onset of stable frosts and is open from 10 am to 10 pm.

• unique atmosphere of the old capital;
• big square;
• there are cafes and places for walking nearby;
• equipment rental works;
• is free.

• no wardrobe and storage room;
• uneven ice.

The average rental price is 250 rubles.

P / p No.	Name	Session rate	Skate rental	Weekend
1	Skating rink on Red Square	500	there is	not
2	Skating rink in Sokolniki Park	350	there is	not
3	Skating rink at VDNKh	600	there is	Monday
4	Skating rink in Luzhniki	300	there is	not
5	Ice skating rink in Gorky Park	550	there is	Monday
6	Skating rink in the Hermitage garden	250	there is	Monday
7	Skating rink in Krylatskoye	400	there is	not
8	Ice rink Silver ice	350	there is	not
9	Bauman's garden skating rink	300	there is	not
10	Skating rink Chistye Prudy	is free	not	not
11	Ice rink at Patriarch's Ponds	is free	there is	not

In addition to the presented paid and free skating rinks, there are other ice rinks in Moscow where you can have a great time. Moscow skating rinks welcome their visitors from late autumn to early spring. Each district of the capital has its own successful places for a good ice skating holiday.