Beat the heat! Johannesburg's coolest swimming spotsJohannesburg has ushered in warmer weather, which is just perfect for swimming. Here are some of the city's best pools.
by Lorne Philpot
01-10-2023 17:45
in Entertainment
Enjoy swimming at Johannesburg's Zoo Lake Swimming Pool. Image: Lorne Philpot
The warmer days are here, and that means it's time for swimming. Though Johannesburg is not located near the sea, it still has some cool places to take a dip.
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Some of these pools are steeped in history. The charming period design elements on display at a number of these facilities are reason enough for checking out many of these public swimming pools.
JOBURG'S PUBLIC POOLS The city has a number of impressive public pools where one can sunbathe, take a refreshing dip, swim laps or just wallow around in the water.
Here is a list of pools worth visiting if you need to beat the heat!
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ELLIS PARK POOL This public pool is located on the edge of the city, in the Ellis Park Sports Precinct. It is actually a historic pool with attractive period features.
The venue boasts an Olympic-sized swimming pool. It is one of only a few in Johannesburg that offers facilities of this size. For this reason, it is a popular place for swimmers keen on doing some training.
Details: 27 11 402 5565
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Corner North Park Lane and Erin Street, New Doornfontein
LINDEN SWIMMING POOL This indoor swimming pool is located in the leafy suburb of Linden. In fact, it is open all year and is a firm favourite for swimmers who train all year round.
The water at this public pool is heated. Therefore it's the ideal swimming spot for swimmers who dislike cold water. Besides the water temperature, this pool also exhibits some interesting design elements.
Details: 27 11 888 3750
Corner 11th Street and Fourth Avenue, Linden
Entrance to Zoo Lake Swimming Pool. Image: Lorne Philpot
ZOO LAKE PUBLIC POOL This impressive swimming pool, located a stone's throw away from Zoo Lake was built in the 1930s. The well-maintained pool retains its original features and boasts the charm of its historic origins.
Though not an Olympic-sized facility, this pool is often used by water polo teams for training and for matches.
Details: 27 11 646 8495
Corner Jan Smuts Avenue and West World Street, Parkview
ORLANDO SWIMMING POOL This public swimming pool is located in the Orlando West area.
The Olympic-sized facility servicing communities in Soweto and surrounding areas was established as a result of fundraising efforts led by the late Reverend Trevor Huddlestone.
Details: 27 082 375 5619
65 Makhetha Street, Orlando West, Soweto
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Beat the heat! Johannesburg's coolest swimming spotsJohannesburg has ushered in warmer weather, which is just perfect for swimming. Here are some of the city's best pools.
