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“In the summer there's the roller skating rink and in the winter it turns into the iconic ice skating rink.” in 154 reviews
“Hours Daily from 5am-12am The Christmas Tree lighting for the 2022-2023 season took place on November 30.” in 95 reviews
“They have shops and restaurants galore and the top of the rock is one of the best views in all of NYC.” in 186 reviews
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Established in 1930. John D. Rockefeller Jr's resolution to make Rockefeller Center contemporary and innovative can be felt with every artwork and attraction. Take a look through the Gallery and get to know a remarkable collection of treasures, themed "New Frontiers", signifying man's development in spirit, science, industry and more. Learn all about the Center's most famous structures and outdoor spaces-and how Rockefeller's vision was ultimately realized.
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- Andrea S.Southfield, MI063324Aug 11, 2024
Rockefeller Center had an amazing Paris Olympic atmosphere
We were able to get photos all around the center and the wonderful thing was
They had people there willing to take pictures of couples ! I had a picture with my husbandHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Sep 1, 2024
Hi Andrea, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
- K M.East Bay, CA230384Sep 5, 2024
Shops and restaurants underground and reminds me of Las Vegas and Hong Kong. Connects to the subway and not much to see. Marble all around but bathrooms in not so great shape.
Many high end clothing stores with multi levels and all types of eatery from bakery's to fancy dining. And connects to the international building.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Sep 9, 2024
Hi K, We are sorry that you are disappointed but appreciate your feedback. We are committed to providing you with a great experience and hope you give us another chance in the future.
- Jun 18, 2024
Very interesting spot to visit for a few hours or even a whole day! There are many restaurant and cafe options in the food court and also many shops and stores to visit and shop from. You can visit NBC store and buy some swaggers of your favorite TV show.
During the wintertime, they open up the skating rink that you can enjoy, too.
Visiting "Top of the Rock" is also recommended as you'll have a beautiful view of Manhattan from above.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Jun 20, 2024
Hi Alaleh, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit to our spot and took advantage of all the dining and shopping options available. The skating rink and "Top of the Rock" are definitely must-see attractions. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
- 94299640Aug 26, 20241 check-in
As an ex-New Yorker I've been here many, many times. That however does not take away from the charm. Every season there's new decoration. It's a lot larger than just the skating rink and promenade. There's a whole underground world that is so different from what I knew. Great restaurants, tons of food options, tours, beautiful decoration. It is a must when visiting NYC and I make it a point to go every time.
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Jasmine W.
Sep 1, 2024
Hi Adriana, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
- Jun 14, 2024
Nothing more signifies midtown Manhattan to me more than Rockefeller Center. Its beautiful architecture beckon me back to the 1930s and 40s.
It's always a great place to see the Christmas tree and one of the reasons I come to New York City.
We had the opportunity to dine in a good restaurant in the belly of Rock Ctr last week. That was the first for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
But what I enjoyed most was seeing the sign lit outside for the Rainbow Room.
It's just a beautiful building with a great vibe.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Jun 17, 2024
Dee, thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Rockefeller Center with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed dining at the restaurant and seeing the sign for the Rainbow Room. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable visit!
- Jun 11, 2024
Rockefeller Center, iconic place to be around during Christmas time but also just as much as an attraction on the opposite end of the year, Summer. I admit I didn't really come around for the place alone but an exhibit sponsored by Barcade is being hosted at one of the spots there, R-Cade so it should really be a review about them, but since it's a temporary pop up shop, they don't have a Yelp page but Rockefeller Center being the gracious hosts they are, I'll give them a thumbs up for giving them a space to advertise their brand.
The place is a lot larger than I thought it to be, I thought it was gonna be a small corner section of the place but it was the entire place where skating shoes would be rented during the colder weather. A lot of arcades of Yesteryear, reaching out to a younger version of myself spending time on these same games. Even though we're spoiled in options when it comes to arcade games, it's the experience of being at these machines which brings out a nostalgic feeling. It's also great to come around these during lunch break on a weekday because Barcade opens at 4 PM around the weekdays and sometimes I don't feel like waiting that long to hit up the arcades.
Super long story short, I found my reason to come here a few times a week during the Summer.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Jun 13, 2024
Hi Jayden! Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're thrilled you're enjoying the R-Cade and finding joy in the nostalgic arcade games. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back here all summer!
- 4422471415May 24, 2024
Came to catbird to get forever bracelets with my sister. Such a fun experience. It took us a while to make a decision because of all the options, but after settling on two each, we're pleased. We have officially been zapped at Catbird!!
We did make an appointment prior to coming in. They do accept walk-ins. Arina was awesome to work with. She was very patient and accommodHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Aug 3, 2024
Thank you for your review. Please be sure to post a review for Catbird directly. Thank you.
- Theodosios C.Delray Beach, FL03461247Aug 29, 2024
OLYMPIC VIEWING VILLAGE: Grabbed some Pizza & Cookies down under at 30 ROCK where I viewed the Swimming Event on SATURDAY (07/27/2024). An OLYMPIC HUB was set up at the Ice Skating Rink to view the GAMES. It featured a PARISIAN motif which was open free to the Public during the duration of the OLYMPICS. Plenty of Restaurants and Vendors on site. WORTH VISITING.
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Jasmine W.
Sep 1, 2024
Hi Theodosios, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
- Mar 10, 2024
This is one my favorite places to visit during the holiday season when I am in New York City. I love seeing all of the Christmas lights on display and of course the big Christmas Tree. They say there is nothing like Christmas in New York and this is a great place to enjoy it. Rockefeller Center is home to 19 commercial and entertainment buildings within a 22 acre space. It is most famous for being home to NBC Studios, the ice skating rink, the Radio City Rockettes and the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. The annual lighting of the Christmas Tree is one of the most popular events in Manhattan during the holiday season.
30 Rockefeller Plaza, the "XYZ Buildings", International Building and Radio City Music Hall are some of the iconic buildings within Rockefeller Center. The Center was named after and financed by the Rockefeller family. 30 Rockefeller Plaza is a 66-story, 850 foot-tall Art Deco style building that is home to NBC Studios is at the center of Rockefeller Center. Shows like "Saturday Night Live" and "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" film here. If you want to attend a live NBC taping, you can get tickets on their website. You can also get Top of the Rock tickets or book a guided tour.
There are a lot of food options here at Rockefeller Center from fine dining to fast casual restaurants. Even though I am a big foodie and have visited here many times, I haven't had the opportunity to explore the food scene a whole lot. I have been to Magnolia Bakery a few times for a late night dessert snack.Helpful 8Thanks 4Love this 12Oh no 0Business owner information
Jasmine W.
Aug 3, 2024
Thank you for your amazing review! We can't wait to host you again as we have even more new attractions and restaurants to explorer. Thank you.
- Jan 4, 2024
Rockefeller Center is about as iconic as is gets. Can you think of a movie that features it? A TV show? Both? Multiple? We already know you answered yes to all of the above.
ICE SKATING (reviews might vary based on time of year)
My beloved and I took an opportunity to head up to Rock when there was a bit of nice weather. Partly cloudy, 55 degrees. Perfect for a light jacket and pants! And perfect for Ice Skating! Sure, there are a lot of things you can do or perhaps buy or see at Rockefeller Center - after all, it's not just a singular business ... but the ice rick is iconic and the Christmas tree is as well, so we had a great time skating and making memories during this recent holidays.
You have to purchase tickets in advance via the website, and are then given digital tickets to scan. You select your day and time (prices vary based on time), and other options like professional photos with the tree etc. Once you're done making your selections (I don't need to tell yall how to online shop - if you're on Yelp you can figure it out lol), purchase and it's booked.
Sure up about 30 minutes prior to make sure you can get through the crowds. There's a ton of people NOT there for skating, but instead just to look at the rink, the tree, and the skaters and take selfies... you'll have to plow through these crowds to get down to the rink.
Bring your own skates, if you have them. If not? Add skates rental to your cart when purchasing tickets. They are nothing fancy. No laces even. Just two buckles and loosely fitting - heavily used. But that's fine, you're just going to put around the rink anyways and do your best to stay in the middle because everyone is literally parked in front of the tree. So if you're not good at skating or more importantly, stopping/turning, just stay away from the tree. Which means you get about half the rink. Again, this ain't hockey tryouts and Nancy Kerrigan ain't out there hosting auditions, so just putt around and enjoy the moment / memory! I sure did! Bucket list item for sure: Ice Skating during Christmas Season at Rockefeller while the Tree is up with my lady! Checked blocks for us both! Fun times!
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Jasmine W.
Mar 7, 2024
Hi Amos! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience ice skating at Rockefeller Center! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time making memories with your beloved during the holidays. Your detailed review will surely help others plan their visit. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you back again soon!