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Best skating rinks in District of Columbia
How this list is ranked: Google rating × log10(1 + number of Google reviews), so a rink needs both a high rating and plenty of reviews to place well. Only rinks with 10 or more reviews count. All 6 skating rinks we list in District of Columbia qualify. Roller and ice rinks are ranked together: this list has 1 with roller skating and 5 with ice skating.
Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavillion
Roller rink: Per the rink's website
Fort Dupont Ice Arena
Ice rink: “There are several affordable ice programs (hockey, figure skating, synchronized, speed skating) as well as schools skate for fitness.” (Google review, Apr 2021)
Washington Harbour Ice Rink
Ice rink: “One of the best magical experiences ever, this was my first time ice skating outdoors The location was beautiful and the rink was pretty well done even though it was a bit crowded.” (Google review, Mar 2023)
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink
Ice rink: “Whether you’re a seasoned skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, the Sculpture Garden Ice Rink promises a magical experience that captures the joy of the season.” (Google review, Apr 2024)
The Wharf Ice Rink
Ice rink: “I have been to outdoor rinks before, and this ice is so smooth, a Zamboni came out to resurface the ice regularly.” (Google review, Dec 2022)
Ice rink: “The figure 8 shape and the fact that it is about a city block wide makes this feel more like an ice trail than a traditional rink.” (Google review, Dec 2024)
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