Whether you're a fearful edge-clinger, a perpetual twirler or a gangling scrambler, ice skating is a cool way to spend a day
While it doesn't get quite cold enough to go skating on the Yarra, Melbourne still has a number of ice skating centres across the city. Perfect for embracing winter (or denying summer) these ice skating venues allow you to hire skates and hop on the ice for a graceful – or not so grateful – skating experience for all ages and skill levels.
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In the heart of the Docklands, O'Brien Icehouse is open to the public every day of the year except Christmas Day. Other facilities include the Igloo Café, St Moritz Bar and a gym. You can book a beginner's lesson, or sign up for Skate School – no matter what your age. Or, of course, just come along for a casual skate.
Grown-ups, families and birthday parties are welcome at this eastside ice rink. Skates are free to hire and you can get stuck into all sorts of lessons, including figure skating, ice hockey and speed skating. Or, just hang out on the rink. Prices are quite reasonable at $25 per adult and the rink is open throughout the weekend.
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