In front of the Rijksmuseum on the Museum Square (Museumplein) is a man-made pond. This is transformed in winter time into a real skating rink. Bring your own skates or hire some there. The artificial ice rink behind the Rijksmuseum is free. In the evenings it will be festively illuminated. At the Cobra Café next to the skating rink you can have a break and enjoy refreshments.