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Getting to Wollman Rink in NYC | A complete guide

Where is Wolllman Rink located

Address: Q29G+46, 830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065, United States | Find on Maps

Wollman Rink is located in the southern section of Central Park, near East 59th Street and Sixth Avenue, offering easy access from Midtown Manhattan.

Nearby landmark: Central Park Zoo | 132 meters

Getting to Wollman Rink by public transport

Passengers waiting for a train on a London Underground platform.

Take the N, R, or W lines from Times Square, 42 St toward Uptown and get off at 5 Av/59 St. Exit toward Central Park South and walk north into the park. Follow the clearly marked paths toward the southern end of Central Park; Wollman Rink is about an 8-10 minute walk from the station.

  • Best for: Saving time, avoiding traffic
  • Travel time: 15 minutes from Times Square–42 St
  • Closest stop: 5 Av/59 St
  • Timings: Operates 24/7
Tourist family boarding a bus for a city tour.

From Times Square, board M1, M2, M3, or M4 buses heading uptown along Fifth Avenue. Get off at 5 Av/W 59 St, right by Central Park South. Enter the park and walk a short distance eastward along the internal paths to reach Wollman Rink.

  • Best for: Budget travel, sightseeing along Fifth Avenue
  • Travel time: 25 minutes from Times Square
  • Closest stop: 5 Av/W 59 St
  • Timings: Daily service, generally from early morning until late at night

Getting to Wollman Rink by car

Driving route

  • Best for: Convenience, traveling with gear or family
  • Travel time: 15-20 minutes from Times Square
  • Distance: 2 miles
  • Route: Take W 42nd St → 6th Ave → Central Park S; this is typically the fastest route. Alternate via 5th Ave during light traffic

Nearby parking facilities

  • Garage 200 Central Park South: Covered garage just a few blocks from the rink along Central Park South, ideal for easy access and short walks.
  • 160 Central Park South Garage: Well-located parking near the southeast corner of Central Park, convenient for skating and nearby attractions.
  • Parking Central Park: Popular choice close to 58th Street with direct access to Central Park paths.
  • Centerpark Central Park South Parking Garage: Another option, a short distance away, useful if other lots are full.

What is the best way to get to Wollman Rink?

Mode of transportTravel timeEstimated costBest forDirections

Subway

20 mins

$5

Fastest and most budget-friendly option; avoids traffic and parking hassles

Bus

30 mins

$5

Sightseeing along Midtown and Central Park routes

Car

25–40 mins

$20

Most convenient with kids, strollers, or extra gear

Walking

45 mins

NA

Turning the journey into a scenic Central Park experience

Frequently asked questions about getting to Wollman Rink

​Wollman Rink is inside Central Park, near the southeast corner, close to Central Park South and 6th Avenue.