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Ice skating rinks in San Diego, CA

4 ice skating rinks in San Diego, out of 8 skating rinks we list in the city. A rink is listed here only when Google lists it as an ice skating rink, its name says so, or a customer review or the rink's own website describes ice skating there. Sorted by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews.

Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and lessons, so public skate sessions can be short and change week to week. Check the rink's schedule before you go.

Admit one · Ice No. 0001

Kroc Center Ice

6845 University Ave, San Diego, CA

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.6Rating
591Reviews
5Programs

“I appreciated that Google maps gave me directions to the parking lot closest to the ice skating rink.” (Google review, Oct 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 23 times in reviews

  • Public skating “You also will meet a lot of different people of all kinds at public skate.” (Google review, Apr 2019)
  • Birthday parties “Can also have kids birthday parties here.” (Google review, May 2025)
Admit one · Ice No. 0002

UTC ICE

4545 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Public skatingBirthday parties
4.5Rating
669Reviews
6Programs

“The ice has a ton of people so this is a place for the social skater.” (Google review, Jan 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 21 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal “Fun experience surrounded by a beautiful outdoor open air upscale shopping mall” (Google review, Apr 2019)
  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0003

San Diego Ice Arena

11048 Ice Skate Pl, San Diego, CA

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.5Rating
617Reviews
6Programs

“I absolutely love that there are instructors on the ice to help inexperienced skaters and that they play games that help skaters become more comfortable on the ice!” (Google review, Sep 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 26 times in reviews

  • Public skating “came here for open skate with my nieces and thought it was a great facility except they don’t have a secure place to store stuff, so I was worried about our stuff getting stolen” (Google review, May 2026)
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0004

Rady Children's Ice Rink

2875 Dewey Rd, San Diego, CA

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Lessons
4.4Rating
213Reviews
2Programs

“She also helped me feel comfortable skating on my own and ensured I could enjoy my time ice skating without needing assistance the entire session.” (Google review, Dec 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 24 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal “Great small outdoor ice rink for kids with wonderful staff to help and guide.” (Google review, Nov 2025)
  • Lessons “They took my kid on ice and taught her to skate, and 4 yo cant get enough of it.” (Google review, Dec 2025)

Map of ice skating rinks in San Diego

Before you go ice skating

  1. Check the public skate schedule. Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and classes, so public sessions can be short and change week to week. The ice is resurfaced between sessions.
  2. Dress warm, in layers. Rinks are cold. Wear gloves to protect your hands if you fall, and one pair of thin or medium socks so the skates fit well.
  3. Rentals vary. Most rinks rent figure or hockey skates. Lace them snug around the ankle. If you bring your own, keep the blades sharp and use guards off the ice.
  4. Helmets help beginners. A helmet is a good idea for kids and first-timers. Stay near the boards until you find your balance and skate with the flow of traffic.

More: lessons, hockey and figure skating · guides for first-time skaters

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