Ice skating near Atlanta is the quintessential winter activity, whether you're ready for the Olympic trials or can barely stand upright. Though it may take a few turns around the ice skating rink to get your "ice legs,

Your winter-in-paradise fantasies can come true this year at The Ben West Palm, which recently opened an al fresco Winter Wonderland featuring Aspen-inspired chalets, four wintry food and beverage outlets, and an outdoor ice-skating rink.

Ice Skating here in SoCal can give you a taste of winter fun without the cold — thank goodness! We have our elves out there looking for more places, so stay tuned as we make updates! Here's a list of the 12 best places to go ice skating in Los Angeles.