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With the arrival of summer and the hot days, Barcelona offers a wide variety of swimming pools perfect to enjoy with the family. Here are some options so you can plan a fun day of sun and water with your family. Discover the best outdoor pools in Barcelona!
1. Montjuïc Municipal Swimming Pool
It is one of the most emblematic of Barcelona, known for its panoramic views of the city and the sea. This open-air pool, located in Montjuïc, has changing rooms, showers, rest areas with hammocks and a cafeteria area to enjoy a full day of relaxation and fun.
Address: Av. Miramar, 31, 08038 Barcelona
Dates: June 8 to September 8
Price: General admission: 7.55 € – Admission for children (under 15 years old) and seniors: 5.23 €.
2. Can Dragó Lake (Nou Barris)
Located in the Nou Barris sports complex, this huge artificial lake has an extension of almost 3,000 square meters of water. Surrounded by green areas perfect for relaxing, playing, reading or enjoying a family picnic. The pool is not only the largest in Barcelona, but has a depth ranging from 0.10 to 1.30 meters, making it ideal for children, youth and adults. It has changing rooms, showers, a solarium area and a cafeteria.
Address: Passeig d’Andreu Nin, 50, 08016 Barcelona
Dates: June 1 to September 8
Price: General admission: 9.4 ¤ – 0-5 years: 2.65 ¤ – 6-14 years: 6.55 ¤ – 15 to 64 years: 9.40 ¤ – Pink card: 6.55 ¤.
3. Creueta del Coll swimming pool lake (Gràcia)
A summer shelter located in Gràcia. This space has a large artificial lake of 2,700 square meters, with a maximum depth of 60 centimeters, which makes it safe and fun for the kids. The lake is surrounded by lawns, palm trees and an esplanade with children’s games, ping-pong tables and a basketball hoop, you will also find hammocks, showers, umbrellas, toilets and infirmary.
Address: Pg. Mare de Déu del Coll, 77, 08023 Barcelona
Dates: From June 8 to September 3
Price: General and individual admission: 2.49 € – Large family or single parent: 1.13 € – Children under 1 year and over 65: free – 10 sessions: 18.71 €.
4. Fòrum Baths area (Ciutat Vella)
An innovative recreational area located in the Parc del Fòrum. Instead of a traditional swimming pool, it is a large saltwater pool, ideal for splashing and enjoying the sea in a controlled environment. This sand-free beach offers a unique experience with shallow and safe waters for children. In addition, the Fòrum has large areas for strolling and relaxing, as well as basic services such as changing rooms and showers.
Address: Plaça del Fòrum, 1, 08019 Barcelona
Dates open: July, August and first half of September from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weekends and holidays in June and second half of September from 11 am to 2 pm.
Price: Free
5. Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta
The Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta is a historic sports club located in front of the sea, in Barceloneta. It offers four outdoor pools, ideal for swimming and enjoying the sun. It also has direct access to the beach, allowing you to combine a day at the pool with activities in the sea. The club also has hammocks, shaded areas, private beach, sports facilities, spa, and a wide variety of water activities.
Address: Plaça del Mar, 08003 Barcelona
Dates: All year
Price: 0-3 years 4.41 – 4-10 years 8.31 – 11-64 years 15.49 – Over 65: 10.64 – Compulsory accident insurance: 0.32
6. Bernat Picornell Swimming Pools (Montjuïc)
Located in the heart of the Montjuïc sports complex, they are famous for their high quality facilities and for hosting swimming competitions. They have two outdoor pools, an Olympic pool and a children’s pool. The facilities include changing rooms, showers, rest areas and a cafeteria. They also have a children’s area for the little ones to enjoy to the fullest.
Address: Av. de l’Estadi 30-38, 08038 Barcelona
Dates: June 1 to September 11
Outdoor pools price:General admission: 14.18€ – 0-5 years old: free – 6-14 years old: 8.69€ – 15-24 years old: 9.48€ – 25-64 years old: 14.18€ – Over 65 years old: 8.69€.
7. Vall Parc (Horta-Guinardó)
Vall Parc, located on the Arrabassada road, is known for having one of the best views of Barcelona. It has a large swimming pool and a smaller one for children. Although it does not have a grassy area and food is not allowed, it has a cafeteria-restaurant with a terrace. It is an ideal place to relax, enjoy the view and spend a refreshing day with the family.
Address: Carrerr de l’Arrabassada, 107-127, 08035 Barcelona
Dates: All year
Price: Half day: 8€ – 1 day: 12€ – Saturday or Sunday: 16€ – Weekend half day: 10€ – 10 days: 149€.
8. CEM Can Caralleu ( Sarrià-Sant Gervasi)
CEM Can Caralleu, located in Sarrià, has two swimming pools open to the public, an Olympic pool and a small one for children. It has a lawn area, changing rooms, cafeteria with terrace and picnic area. Another great option to enjoy a sunny day in Barcelona.
Address: C. dels Esports, 2, 8, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08017 Barcelona
Dates open air pool: June 8 to September 10
Price: General admission: 15.75€ – Price for children: 6.67€.
9. CEM Trinitat Vella (Sant Andreu)
Nice outdoor pool, ideal for the whole family. It has a shallow area perfect for children to play safely. It also has an area with hammocks where you can relax and sunbathe between swims.
Address: Vía Barcino, 84, 08033 Barcelona, Spain
Dates: From June 20 to September 1
Price: General admission: 8.9€.
10. CEM Bac de Roda (Sant Martì)
You can dive into its 6 pools, 4 indoor and 2 outdoor, plus a thermal area, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the water. With hammocks to rest and a solarium.
Address: C. de Guipúscoa, 25, 08018 Barcelona
Dates open air pool: May 6 to September 29
Price: General admission: 12.65€ – Price for children: 6.67€.
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