With winter upon us, it's the perfect time to embrace seasonal joy. Beijing offers a variety of indoor skating rinks where you can glide and have fun. Let's hit the ice and dance together.
'Ice Cube' Ice Sports Center
The Ice Cube, also known as the National Aquatics Centre, served as the venue for curling events during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Spanning approximately 8,000 square meters, the Ice Sports Center offers a space for residents and tourists to enjoy ice-related activities as well as various training courses, providing opportunities for visitors to try out sports such as skating and curling.
Address: No. 11 Tianchen East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
National Speed Skating Oval
The National Speed Skating Oval, also known as the "Ice Ribbon", is a 12,000 square meters venue featuring a full ice surface design. Visitors can experience the architectural aesthetics of the 'Ice Ribbon' up close, step onto the rink to glide on what is hailed as "the fastest ice" in China, and even stand on the podium to experience the thrill of victory.
The National Speed Skating Oval
From November 29 to December 1, the 2024-2025 ISU World Cup Speed Skating (Beijing) will take place at the National Speed Skating Oval. To ensure the smooth running of this event, public skating sessions will be suspended from November 6 (Wednesday) to November 28 (Thursday). During this period, visiting hours will be open from 12:00 to 18:00. Starting from November 1, the designated entrance for visitors has been the south gate of the National Speed Skating Oval.
Address: No. 2, Lincui Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Huaxi LIVE Ice Center
The Huaxi LIVE Ice Center has a total construction area of nearly 40,000 square meters, featuring two Olympic-standard ice rinks and one outdoor ice rink.
The HI-ICE Ice Park, situated in the central square of Huaxi LIVE·Wukesong, offers free skating shoes, skating aids, and other essential equipment for visitors. Special holiday events are held regularly in the park. The Fifth International Polar Ice and Snow Adventure City, located on the second floor of the Huaxi LIVE Ice Center, features a variety of sections, including the Ice and Snow Adventure Town, Real Snow Camp, Ski Resort (beginner slope), and supporting services.
Address: 69 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, Huaxi LIVE Ice Center
Le Cool Ice Rink
The Le Cool Ice Rink, Beijing's first real ice rink inside a shopping mall, spans an area of 1,450 square meters, with an ice surface of 800 square meters. Featuring a vaulted transparent glass dome, skaters can enjoy the views of the blue sky and white clouds while gliding across the ice.
Address: NB211, B2/F, China World Mall (middle zone), 1 Jianguomen Outer Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Beijing World Ice Arena Skating Rink
The Beijing World Ice Arena Skating Rink has 1,800 square meters of real ice. It is divided into two main sections, one dedicated to figure skating and the other designed for ice hockey training and competitions. The rink also offers professional training for ice hockey and figure skating.
Address: F4, West District, Qinghe Mixc, No. 68, Qinghe Zhongjie, Haidian District, Beijing.
What other skating places do you love in Beijing? Share your recommendations in the comments!
(Source: Official WeChat Account of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)
