Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre (couple trip)
How Couple-Friendly is Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre?
What makes it 83% Couple-Friendly: Couples can share quiet early laps, low-light public skating or Friday disco on ice for a fun date, yet seating is basic and romance fades when school groups arrive.
Positives:
- Free parking: Outdoor car park with disabled spaces is free for patrons.
- On-site kiosk: Grab hot drinks or snacks between activities without leaving venue.
Challenges:
- Peak session crowds: Sessions on Fridays and winter evenings can sell out quickly.
- Skate skill level: Beginners may find the ice slippery—consider a short lesson first.
What is Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre?
- A multi-purpose recreation centre in Canberra’s Phillip suburb that merges aquatic and ice sports facilities under a single roof
- The swimming complex comprises a heated 50-metre lap pool, learner and toddler pools, and an integrated waterslide
- The ice rink section houses an Olympic-size surface with on-site skate hire for figure skating, ice hockey, and public sessions
What is so special about Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre for couple trip?
- Romantic low-light ice-skating on an Olympic-size rink
- Weekend disco nights with music and lights
- Heated 50 m pool offers quiet morning laps
- Free parking and kiosk on-site
- Online booking secures your spot
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can enjoy a skate session and a swim without rushing.
Couple-Friendly Activities in Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre
Evening ice-skating session:
Public skate on the Olympic-size rink under soft lighting.
Tip: Arrive 15 minutes early to choose quieter spots along the boards.
Friday Night Disco on Ice:
Skate under disco lights with upbeat music.
Tip: Book online for Fridays to secure skate hire and entry.
Early-morning swim laps:
Swim in the heated 50 m pool at opening to avoid crowds.
Tip: Bring waterproof earphones for a private music playlist.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre
- Combine activities: Book a skate session then cool off with a swim in the heated pool.
- Online booking: Reserve skate entry and hire on the website to skip the queue.
Reviews of Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre
Tom Vidler
Great centre of Canberra ice hockey culture and community, friendly to the public, beginners, and all the way up to our might Brave & Pirates players!
Deena Ackerman
So rinks are often older and a bit tired, and this one is no exception. But I skated for an hour with only a few other people and enjoyed myself completely! They even played one of my favorite albums. The ice was reasonably good - not as good as the best US facilities, but a thousand times better than Melbourne ice house. Bathrooms are clean. I didn’t need to use a locker room or rent skates so I ...
Karen O Rawe
We had a lovely time skating. The staff are very friendly. Love your smiles 😍😊⛸️❄️
Barry Shields
Visited from away with my 2 granchildren Parking was ample and access easy & quick though as I was warned it ™always" looks closed from the street. Staff were punctual and polite and prices $20 for 1.5 hours plus $5 for skate hire per head was reasonable. As you might expect the environment was cold in the "Ice Skate" centre so be warned and prepared; it was very pleasant to go outside where it wa...
Belinda Barnier
I love this 50 metre pool. We live close by and it convenient to public transport. It would be a bonus to have a heated alternative for the colder months and rehab.
When is the best time to visit Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre (Canberra, Australia)?
In winter evenings, ice sessions fill fast—reserve online. In summer, choose morning swim laps to beat the heat.
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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Public skate session (2) | AUD 40 |
| Skate hire (2) | AUD 10 |
| Morning swim laps (2) | AUD 18 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 68 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 1 Irving St, Phillip ACT 2606, Australia
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