At a glance
#3 of 3 Ice skating rinks in RockvilleLocalGuideWorld score: 4.32
Rating breakdown
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5 ★62%
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4 ★22%
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3 ★5%
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2 ★1%
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1 ★9%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating?
- Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 193 reviews.
- How does Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating rank in Rockville?
- Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating is #3 of 3 Ice skating rinks in Rockville by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating located?
- 131 Gibbs St, Rockville, MD 20850 — 0.3 km from the center of Rockville.
- How can I contact Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating?
- Phone: (301) 545-1999 · Website: rockvilleiceskating.com
Online rental is not efficient. It is impossible to reserve online even though they encourage online reservations. There is no button to actually RESERVE the spot
It’s a real nice place and the rink is good. But the rental skates are the absolute worst that I ever experienced in my life. And I have been to many places all over America and the world. These skates are the worst. Management should invest just a little. Just killing the experience, of an otherwise amazing place.
Poor teenage kids working on the booth are not even allowed to give a refund.
Poor teenage kids working on the booth are not even allowed to give a refund.
I love this place! Yes, it’s small, but it’s not like they can expand the grass area to make the rink bigger! But of course more space would be great.
Last I went was on Thanksgiving - while it was nice to be able to get out of the house & have a ~relatively~ spacious rink, I did worry about the employees who didn’t have the holiday off. They zamboni’d the ice approximately every 45 minutes or so (in the 2 hrs I was there), which was nice. Staff was friendly as well!
The reason I give it a 4 stars is because of the ice skates. I’ve been going to this ice rink since it first opened ~10 or more years ago(?). I’m sure they’ve updated the skates since when they first opened but that’s my only *real* complaint. I have wider feet, which is one thing, but they’re overall uncomfortable (which I see in others’ reviews too!). I asked for a woman’s 8.5 which was way too small (I wore thin socks) - but 8-8.5 is my actual shoe size. I asked for a 9, but it was pretty big. I have thick ankles but even though I tied my left skate tightly, it was so loose, I sort of worried for my safety.
It’d give it a 5 if they could update their selection & provide a bit more comfortable skates :)
Overall, I had a blast per usual!
Last I went was on Thanksgiving - while it was nice to be able to get out of the house & have a ~relatively~ spacious rink, I did worry about the employees who didn’t have the holiday off. They zamboni’d the ice approximately every 45 minutes or so (in the 2 hrs I was there), which was nice. Staff was friendly as well!
The reason I give it a 4 stars is because of the ice skates. I’ve been going to this ice rink since it first opened ~10 or more years ago(?). I’m sure they’ve updated the skates since when they first opened but that’s my only *real* complaint. I have wider feet, which is one thing, but they’re overall uncomfortable (which I see in others’ reviews too!). I asked for a woman’s 8.5 which was way too small (I wore thin socks) - but 8-8.5 is my actual shoe size. I asked for a 9, but it was pretty big. I have thick ankles but even though I tied my left skate tightly, it was so loose, I sort of worried for my safety.
It’d give it a 5 if they could update their selection & provide a bit more comfortable skates :)
Overall, I had a blast per usual!
It's a small ice rink convieniently located at the town center, in the middle of lots of restaurants. It was our first time and definitely enjoyable experience and could be recommended for beginners and experts alike.
You could be practicing gliding holding on to the side rails but yeah be prepared to falls too (if you're a first timer or even a novice).
Only downside was the rental skates was not the best/hard (may be less padded/cushioned?) and was in a bit of pain after a while. So best to bring yours.
Tickets were about 15 bucks each.
You could be practicing gliding holding on to the side rails but yeah be prepared to falls too (if you're a first timer or even a novice).
Only downside was the rental skates was not the best/hard (may be less padded/cushioned?) and was in a bit of pain after a while. So best to bring yours.
Tickets were about 15 bucks each.
I had a very fun time. The workers were very nice and helpful with sizing and the skates. The ice had a few bumps in it but it comes expected with an outdoor ice rink. Overall great experience, will definitely come back with more people!
Small little ice rink. Great for kids. 15 bucks i believe for a kid. Stayed nearly 2 hrs. No hassles. Lots of people started to show up. Kids first time here. They have these little slide holders for first timers.
The skates are so, so painful! I thought it was just the first pair I had tried on and exchanged for another, but the second was even worse. Had to take breaks because it was hurting pretty bad. Also, they kicked people off the ice ten minutes before actual closing which was kinda annoying and frustrating. The ice was pretty messed up too by the time we got there, which was later in the evening. Certain areas were super difficult to skate on, combined with the terrible skates. If you bring your own skates it's probably more enjoyable. The music and atmosphere provide good vibes.
Make your reservations! This place is terrrific. An hour skate for about $15 per person was great! My boys, 10 and 12, skated for the first time and did terrific. They do have devices to help eliminate falls for the young and old. :) The rink is kept pretty empty given covid. I observed mostly teens on the ice, but they were respectful while exuding the holiday spirit. Reservations are handled nicely so there are limited skaters getting their skates and entering the rink at the same time. Its conveniently located near a parking garage, with many restaurants and hot chocolate within walking distance. I highly recommend this place.
Great for all ages, non-skaters and above! They have stands to help the kids, and adults, hold to something other than the rail. Skating outside under the clock and next to a Christmas tree in December is delightful! $14 gives you 2 hours of skate time and rentals. There are free lockers for your shoes and bags. Come when it opens if you want open area, other than that it stay pretty busy! Only suggestion, an attendant on the ice to keep the tweens skating counter clockwise.
Happy since it is my first experience,but my girlfriend said that ice is not that good.A lot of people here,ok place to have fun.You can rent a locker for free but you pay for skies.
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