Ice Skating in Rome 2025-2026
The best winter ice rinks around Rome
Best time: mid-November–early January
During the Christmas season in Rome, you can find many ice skating rinks. The city transforms into a holiday miracle, with several squares serving as temporary homes to the icy venues, welcoming visitors during the winter months. From Ice Park skating rinks scattered throughout the capital to smaller rinks at the Christmas-themed events, visitors have a chance to show off their best moves on the icy dance floor.
Ice Skating Season in Rome
Ice skating rinks are open from the middle of November or early December until January. Some rinks stay open until February or even March, but most usually close down as the temperatures get warmer. Despite the fact that snow in Rome is extremely rare, it can still be quite chilly and cold during wintertime! It's best to prepare your warm coat, gloves, and scarf to make sure you're ready to spend an awesome day outdoors.
Ice Park at Piazza Cavour (December 8, 2024–January 6, 2025)
Situated in the heart of Prati, just outside the city center, Piazza Cavour transforms into a large ice skating rink, covering 8072 square feet (750 sq m). The rink is constructed on the wooden platform, which protects the historic pavement of the square. Overlooking the towering Palazzo di Giustizia, the square is well-connected to the city centre and features several bus stops nearby.
Additionally, Piazza Cavour is just a walking distance away from Castel Sant'Angelo. Skating is possible from 10 am until midnight pm and is free with your skates. You can also rent skates for an additional fee. Entry with skate rental costs €12 for adults and €10 for children up to 8 years old.
Ice Park at Foro Italico (December 6, 2024–January 6, 2025)
A large sports complex near the Tiber River, Foro Italico is another location for the Ice Park event. With magical light installations, the ice skating rink is especially beautiful at night, creating a wonderfully romantic atmosphere. After a skating session, you can stop by the refreshments booths, offering hot chocolate and other beverages, as well as listen to groovy music. The rink welcomes visitors daily from 10 am until midnight. Tickets cost €12 for adults and €10 for children up to 8 years old.
Ice Park at Piazza Re di Roma (December 8, 2024–January, 2025)
The Ice Park festivities spread further into Rome and even reached Piazza Re di Roma in the San Giovanni area. The square has well-developed public transportation connections to the rest of the capital, including the city centre, and boasts a vibrant shopping and culinary scene. During December and January, the area transforms into a Winter Wonderland with an expansive ice skating rink, which is open from 10 am until midnight. Just like with other Ice Park events, entry with skate rental costs cost €12 for adults and €10 for children up to 8 years old.
Ice Skating Rink at Christmas World Villa Borghese (November 30, 2024–January 6, 2025)
One of the largest parks in Rome, Villa Borghese serves as a venue for a Christmas-themed amusement center, featuring a number of attractions, including ice slides, snow village, a carousel tree, ice bumper, and many others. Ice skating rink is the highlight of the entire program, boasting a magical Christmas tree in the centre.
Tickets & Hours
Tickets to the park cost around €15.60-17.60 for adults, €13.60-15.60 for children between 4 and 12 years old, and €14.60-16.60 for seniors over 65 years old. The park is open daily from 10 am until 8 pm, from 10 am until 6 pm on December 24th and December 31st, and from 2 pm until 8 pm on December 25th.