Lasker Rink, New York City

Name: Lasker Rink
Address: 830 5th Ave, New York City, 10065-7001, United States
Telephone: +1 917-492-3856

#803 among attractions in New York City

Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming, Sport complex, More...

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Facts and practical information

Lasker Rink, dedicated in 1966 as the Loula D. Lasker Memorial Swimming Pool and Skating Rink, designed by the architects Fordyce & Hamby Associates, was a seasonal ice skating rink and swimming pool located at the southwest corner of the Harlem Meer in the northern part of Central Park in Manhattan, New York City. Lasker Rink was demolished in 2021 to be replaced by a new facility in 2024. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°47'47"N, 73°57'17"W

Address

830 5th AveUpper Manhattan (Central Park)New York City 10065-7001 United States

Contact

+1 917-492-3856

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Day trips

Lasker Rink – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Smoke, The Pool, Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, Peace Fountain.

0.8 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Smoke, New York City
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City's vibrant Upper West Side, Smoke Jazz & Supper Club-Lounge stands as a beacon for the modern jazz scene. This esteemed venue is renowned for its intimate atmosphere and dedication to the preservation and innovation of jazz music.
~1490 ftSW
Forest
The Pool, New York City
8 min walk • Nestled within the bustling metropolis of New York City lies a serene escape known as The Pool, a lesser-known gem located in the North Woods of Central Park. This tranquil oasis offers a respite from the city's frenetic energy and is a perfect spot for tourists...
0.6 miNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, New York City
16 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Morningside Heights, Manhattan, the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine stands as a beacon of spiritual grandeur in New York City. This majestic cathedral, one of the largest in the world, offers visitors not only a place of...
0.7 miNW
Monuments and statues
Peace Fountain, New York City
17 min walk • The Peace Fountain is a striking and thought-provoking sculpture located in the vibrant city of New York City, United States. As a hidden gem nestled in the Manhattan neighborhood of Morningside Heights, it stands adjacent to the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, the...
~1650 ftSE
Exhibits of NYC history
Museum of the City of New York, New York City
8 min walk • The Museum of the City of New York is a celebration of the city's past, present, and future. Situated at the top of Museum Mile on Fifth Avenue, this cultural institution is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of New York City.
~740 ftE
Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water
Harlem Meer, New York City
4 min walk • Harlem Meer is a man-made lake at the northeast corner of New York City's Central Park. It lies west of Fifth Avenue, south of 110th Street, and north of the Conservatory Garden, near the Harlem and East Harlem neighborhoods of Manhattan.
~1170 ftSE
Formal garden in lush surroundings
Conservatory Garden, New York City
6 min walk • The Conservatory Garden is a formal garden near the northeastern corner of Central Park in Upper Manhattan, New York City. Comprising 6 acres, it is the only formal garden in Central Park.
~1800 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Frederick Douglass Memorial, New York City
9 min walk • The Frederick Douglass Memorial is a memorial commemorating Frederick Douglass, installed at the northwest corner of New York City's Central Park, in the U.S. state of New York. The memorial includes an 8-foot bronze sculpture depicting Douglass by Gabriel Koren and a large circle and fountain designed by Algernon Miller.
0.6 miN
Dancing, Nightlife
Minton's Playhouse, New York City
15 min walk • Minton's Playhouse is a jazz club and bar located on the first floor of the Cecil Hotel at 210 West 118th Street in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City. It is a registered trademark of Housing and Services, Inc. a New York City nonprofit provider of supportive housing.
0.6 miS
Church
St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral, New York City
15 min walk • Location 15 East 97th Street, Manhattan New York City Country United States Denomination Russian Orthodox Church Architectural type Moscow Baroque Architect John Bergesen Contractor John Downey and Son Built 1902 Founder Saint Tikhon Alexander Hotovitzky New York City Landmark...
0.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Farmer's market
La Marqueta, New York City
14 min walk • La Marqueta is a marketplace under the elevated Metro North railway tracks between 111th Street and 116th Street on Park Avenue in East Harlem in Manhattan, New York City. Its official address is 1590 Park Avenue.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lasker Rink?

Nearby attractions include Harlem Meer, New York City (4 min walk), Blockhouse No. 1, New York City (5 min walk), 110th Street, New York City (5 min walk), Untermyer Fountain, New York City (6 min walk).

How to get to Lasker Rink by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lasker Rink:

Metro

Central Park North–110th Street • Lines: 2, 3 (6 min walk)
Cathedral Parkway–110th Street • Lines: A, B, C (10 min walk)

Bus

5 Av & E 106 St • Lines: M106 (7 min walk)
E 106 St & Madison Av • Lines: M106 (9 min walk)

Train

Harlem–125th Street (27 min walk)