There are a number of open-air ice skating rinks located on some lakes in Beijing and it really is great and fun to ice skate in picturesque Beijing in the winter. Before the spring comes, it is suggested to skate or observe local Beijingers sliding around in their improvised ice-chairs and ice-bicycles.

1. Shichahai Skating Rink (commonly known as Houhai)

Shichahai skating rink is located in Houhai, Xicheng District. It is an open-air skating rink. Warm your body up before playing outside and keep moving! Opening time: Late winter (depending on the time when the water is frozen)

Tickets: 5 RMB on weekdays, 10 RMB on weekends, 30 RMB to rent a sleigh and no time limitation.

Ice-chairs: RMB 20 (no time limitation)Deposit: RMB 30 Ice

Skating Shoes: RMB RMB 20 (no time limitation)Deposit: RMB 100/pair

Ice Bike: RMB 30 Deposit: RMB 100

2. Weiming Lake

Skating Rink Weiming Lake is an artificial lake located inside Peking University. During the winter time, the water turns into ice and people can skate on the ice. There is no entrance fee for entering Peking University and it only requires a little money to rent a pair of skates. It is a very popular skating rink, with people of all ages ice skating in a happy mood.

Location: Peking University

Opening time: Late winter depending on the weather condition.