Winter is a time for snowy adventures and outdoor fun, and the ice rinks in Sofia offer the perfect opportunity for it. Whether you are a fan of figure skating, hockey, or simply wish to experience the magic of gliding on ice, the capital city provides a wide variety of both indoor and outdoor facilities. The ice rink season kicks off at the beginning of December, promising a range of experiences for young and old alike. In this guide, we’ll introduce you to the most popular ice rinks in Sofia for the 2024/2025 season, helping you choose the best spot for your winter fun.
Ice skating is a favorite pastime for both Sofia residents and visitors. From early December, the winter entertainment season officially begins.
Outdoor Ice Rinks
Ice Park Sofia
Ice Park Sofia is the largest ice rink in Bulgaria and the Balkans, comparable in scale to those in major European capitals like Vienna, Paris, Brussels, and Prague.
Located in Knyazheska Garden, between Orlov Most and Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski," it is accessible via the university metro station and is just a 15–20-minute walk from our apartments.
Constructed by AST Service, the project partners include Sofia Municipality and the Sofia - European Capital of Sport Foundation.
Total area: 11,000 sq.m, with the ice field covering 4,000 sq.m.
Facilities: Three large rinks interconnected by wide lanes with a total length of 800 meters.
Extras: A dedicated extreme skating zone, 2,500 pairs of skates, 60 training aids for children (penguins, pandas, bears), and 9 instructors.
Food & Drinks: Stalls offering snacks and beverages surround the rink.
Operating Period: Open daily until February 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with four two-hour sessions daily:
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A one-hour break (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM) is scheduled for ice maintenance.
Pricing:
Entry: 20 BGN
Skate rental: 5 BGN
Locker: 2 BGN (with a refundable 5 BGN deposit)
Instructor: 35 BGN
Training aid (penguin/panda/bear): 15 BGN
Prices apply per session.
Season Pass: 12 tickets valid throughout the season – 200 BGN.
For more information, visit www.icepark.bg/sofia and Ice Park Sofia Facebook page.
Yunak Ice Rink
Yunak Ice Rink is situated at the former site of the popular Druzhba rink, near the National Stadium "Vasil Levski," adjacent to the Vasil Levski metro station (15–20 minutes on foot from our apartments).
Address: 38 Evlogi and Hristo Georgievi Blvd.
Area: 1,300 sq.m.
Operating Hours: Open daily, with free skating sessions starting every two hours (10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, etc.) lasting 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Pricing:
Entry with rental skates: 17 BGN
Entry with personal skates: 15 BGN
Skate rental: 5 BGN
Instructor (40 minutes for one child): 18 BGN
Locker: 3 BGN
Skate sharpening: 20 BGN
Free entry for children under 3.
The rink offers a skating academy for children aged 4–12 every Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 AM. For more details, visit www.yunak.bg.
Ice Rink in Vazrazhdane Park
Located in the Sports Sofia 2000 Complex in Vazrazhdane Park (Zone B-5), near Sofia Mall, a 15-minute walk from our apartments or one metro stop away.
Area: 800 sq.m, with a capacity of 100 visitors.
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with 1.5-hour sessions starting every two hours.
Pricing:
Entry: 10 BGN
Skate rental: 8 BGN
Instructor: 10 BGN (30 minutes, individual).
For more information, visit www.sportnasofia2000.com/ledena-parzalka-v-kompleks-zona-b5.
Indoor Ice Rinks
Winter Sports Palace
The Winter Sports Palace is a covered facility in Studentski Grad, next to the National Sports Academy. Opened in 1982, it offers excellent conditions for ice sports such as figure skating, hockey, short track, and curling.
Free skating sessions:
Tuesday to Friday: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Pricing:
Entry: 12 BGN
Skate rental: 4 BGN
Slavia Ice Rink
Part of the Slavia Sports Complex, located at 1 Koloman St., this rink offers skating school lessons and free skating sessions on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Pricing:
Entry: 12 BGN
Skate rental: 3 BGN
For more details, visit www.slaviaicecentre.com.
Ice skating is one of the most anticipated winter activities, making a trip to Sofia even more exciting. If you plan a memorable stay in Sofia, check out our fully furnished luxury studios and two-bedroom apartments, providing the perfect base for exploring the city's ice rinks. Whether visiting for leisure or work, we guarantee your comfort and convenience!
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