Things to do in winter in Vancouver: Ice skating indoors at Richmond Olympic Oval

Looking for a fun winter activity in Vancouver?  Think indoor ice skating.

Richmond Olympic Oval is the place to do it. The Richmond Olympic Oval will be one of the venues for the 2010 winter Olympics. But the public can experience the ice now, making a visit a treat.

The Richmond Olympic Oval is brand new. The grand opening was December 12, 2008.

Visit the Richmond Olympic Oval to skate on the ice during public skating hours and experience the spectacular facility before the rest of the world.  It is a great way to get some exercise without having to brave the cold outdoors.

It looks like a lot of fun and it is great that the facility is being made available for public use. And after the Olympics are over with, this will be a facility a lot of people will enjoy for years to come.

If you have skates, bring them. If not, skates can be rented for $3 but supplies may be limited.

The new Winter Olympic facility is impressive.

The facility also has a brand new 6,000 sq ft fitness center worth checking out.

Hours, price and more info:

Because of preparation for the upcoming Olympics, the hours of operation may vary.  It's best to check ahead before visiting.  Check out the Richmond Olympic Oval website for more information and hours of operation.

Location:

The Richmond Olympic Oval is right next to the Vancouver International Airport in the city of Richmond, just past the southern border of the city of Vancouver, Canada.

Other Vancouver Ice Rinks

The Vancouver Park Board lists eight other ice rinks in Vancouver. These present alternatives to the Richmond Olympic Oval but each rink has a unique public skating schedule.