Cool Off with a Dip in a City Pool
To Do Today: Cool Off with a Dip in a City Pool
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Mirabella Pool, in the North End, is one of Boston’s most popular public pools. Stop by and take a break from the summer heat. Photo by NorthEndWaterfront.com
Many would argue that the ocean is by far the best way to escape from summer’s heat and humidity, but it isn’t always possible to make the trek. Consider heading to one of the local community swimming pools maintained by the commonwealth’s Department of Conservation and Recreation. The pools provide a close-by opportunity for a day of sun, summer reading, and a refreshing dip. Best of all, most are free, and they’re all easy to get to by public transportation.
Reilly Memorial Swimming Pool
355 Chestnut Hill Ave.
Cleveland Circle
Brighton
In the heart of Cleveland Circle, next to the MBTA C Line trolley stop, this pool is open daily through August 22. Find hours, facilities, accessibility, restrictions, and directions here. Call 617-277-7822 for more information.
Francis J. McCrehan Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool
359 Rindge Ave.
Cambridge
This pool is open daily through August 22. Find hours, facilities, services, restrictions, and directions here. Call 617-661-0670 for more information.
Veterans Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool
719 Memorial Drive
Cambridge
Just across the Charles, on Magazine Beach next to the river, this pool is open daily through August 22. Find hours, facilities, services, restrictions, and directions here. Call 617-661-0564 for more information.
Latta Brothers Memorial Swimming Pool and Spray Deck
235 Broadway
Somerville
A bit farther away from the city, this pool is a good bet for those in the Somerville, Medford, and Everett areas. It’s open daily through August 22. Find hours, facilities, services, restrictions, and directions here. Call 617-666-9236 for more information.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages many public pools across Massachusetts. Find a complete list of available pools here.
If location is a bigger priority than cost, check out these pools managed by the city of Boston.
Mirabella Pool
475 Commercial St.
Boston
This North End pool provides excellent views of Boston Harbor as you enjoy a day poolside. The Mirabella pool is open until the end of summer. Find hours and admission here. Call 617-635-1276 for more information.
Clougherty Pool
331 Bunker Hill St.
Charlestown
The Clougherty pool is close to the Boston Harborwalk. Find hours, facilities, services, restrictions, and directions here. Call 617-635-5173 for more information.
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