{"id":98318,"date":"2022-08-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-12T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/10-best-swimming-pools-johannesburg\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:53:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:53:16","slug":"10-best-swimming-pools-johannesburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/10-best-swimming-pools-johannesburg\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Swimming Pools To Cool Off In Johannesburg & Pretoria This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here, in South Africa, we are blessed to have a beautiful and generally, sunny country. Make the most of it by taking a dip in a pool or whip out your sunblock and work on that sun-kissed golden tan by the poolside. Thankfully, Travelstart\u2019s swimming guide has got you sunseekers and serious swimmers covered with a list of a variety of different pool experiences. Travelstart has got them all, from elegant poolside lounging, cocktail-in-hand, to full-on Olympic work-out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Go for Olympic Gold at Ellis Park Swimming Pool, JHB<\/h2>\n

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Image of Ellis Park Pool courtesy of Design Indaba<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

This is the biggest and best public pool in Jozi, where gold medalist swimmers have trained. Ellis park is Olympic-sized and heated in winter. Join in the festive atmosphere on weekends with families and friends, braaing while enjoying the occasional dip. Alternatively go during the week to get in some serious Olympic-sized, 50m lengths.
\nIt\u2019s open from 07:00 to 16:00 from Monday to Friday and from 09:00 to 17:00 on Saturday & Sunday. Please note times may vary, especially on public holidays. It may also close at times for repairs so first check the times and days so you don\u2019t miss out!
\nCnr North Park Lane & Erin St, Doornfontein
\nCall: 011 4025565
\nRates: R11 for adults and R6 for kids, free for senior citizens. Prices may are subject to change.
\nSunseeker or serious swimmer? The verdict: both<\/p>\n

A slick city-break in Jozi calling your name? For cheap and convenient flights to Johannesburg go here.<\/a><\/h3>\n

Dive in at De Jong Diving Centre, Pretoria<\/h2>\n

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Courtesy of De Jong Diving Centre Youtube Video<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lovely lawn area and 3m, 5m and 10m diving boards, diving lessons and lifeguards available. This is the ideal environment for divers learning (both on the board and beneath the water). There is a diving team and as an onlooker you might catch some spectacular dives on display.
\nOpen: From Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00 and on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, open seasonally. Hours may differ on public holidays.
\n537 Roper St, Muckleneuk, Pretoria. Contact number: 012 460 0768
\nEntrance fee: R7 for ages 2-6 years old, R8 for 7 to 17 years olds and pensioners and R18 for adults. It\u2019s free for under 2 year olds. You can also get monthly and seasonal ticket options.<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? The verdict: serious-swimmer<\/p>\n

“Beautiful vibee public swimming pool\u201d, the Sydenham swimming pool<\/h2>\n

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Outdoor public pool with two diving boards (1 and 2 metres), change rooms and lifeguards. This is a child-friendly place with a whole separate splash pool, exclusively for the little ones. So feel free to bring everyone for a big family get-together. Children\u2019s small birthday parties are even sometimes held here. If you want a relaxed, social and family-friendly experience, the Sydenham pool won\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n

Entrance fee: R10 per person (subject to change) and is open from 10:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday. The pool is closed on Sundays.<\/p>\n

Call: 011 640 5817<\/p>\n

At the Corner of 11th Avenue and Dunvegan Street, Sydenham
\nJohannesburg, Gauteng 2192<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: Both.<\/p>\n

The Tuks High Performance Centre, Pretoria<\/h2>\n

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Courtesy of The Tuks High Performance Centre Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

This world-class sports facility was opened in 2002. There’s a heated indoor pool available as well as an Olympic standard outdoor pool with 1500 seats in the pavilion.
\nUniversity of Pretoria Sports Campus, Burnett Street, Hatfield Pretoria<\/p>\n

Call: 012 484 1700<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: high-performance, serious swimmers and enthusiasts of all fitness levels<\/p>\n

Moletsane Public Swimming Pool, Soweto<\/h2>\n

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Image courtesy of Kenalemang Madikgetla via Moletsane Swimming Pool Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Great braai facilities, a children\u2019s paddling pool, lifeguards and swimming lessons on offer makes this a kid-friendly fun day out for the whole family. It is open from 10:00 to 16:30 every day, however, this may differ on public holidays.<\/p>\n

Call: 011 932 4031<\/p>\n

286 Mokgatla and Mokakola streets, Moletsane, Soweto, Johannesburg<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: both<\/p>\n

Infinity at Southern Sun Hyde Park<\/h2>\n

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\nExperience the sky-high infinity pool at the Southern Sun Hyde Park. Enjoy the calm waters while you soak in the gorgeous view of Sandton city skyline. You can order a drink from the island bar and relax on a deck chair.
\nPlease note that the pool is only open to hotel guests.<\/p>\n

Call: 011 341 8080
\nHyde Park Corner, Johannesburg<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: Sunset-seeker<\/p>\n

Four Seasons Westcliff Pool<\/h2>\n

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\nBook a spa treatment or spoil you and your partner with a romantic city break for a few nights at the uber-luxe Four Season\u2019s Westcliff. The 25-metre-long, heated lap pool is only available to adults or teenagers booked in for a treatment at the spa. There is also a sauna for those who want to detox after a relaxing spa-sesh.<\/p>\n

Open: 09:00 -19:00, Monday to Sunday<\/p>\n

Call: 011 481 6450
\n67 Jan Smuts Avenue<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: the lap pool is ideal for luxurious laps after your spa treatment<\/p>\n

Kiviets Kroon Pool<\/h2>\n

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\nEscape the noisy city and head a short way out to the country for a romantic weekend away at Kiviets Kroon or maybe just a day out picnicking under leafy trees in Kieviets Kroon picturesque grounds and then make your way to the poolside for a delicious cocktail and a refreshing dip. There is also a spa, sauna, jacuzzis and a heated indoor pool. You\u2019ll be spoiled for choice!
\nThe poolside bar is open from 10:00 to 19:00 and serves tea, coffee, refreshments and cocktails.<\/p>\n

Call: 012 819 8600
\nPlot 41, Reier Road, Kameeldrift-East, Pretoria<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: Sunseeker deluxe<\/p>\n

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel<\/h2>\n

\"radissonIf you are a Social butterfly, you will love it here. Mingle at the rooftop bar by the poolside at the elegant Radisson Blu in Sandton. This is also perfect for business travellers looking for a luxe stay, only 55 steps from the Gautrain. They also have live entertainment events so keep an eye out! Unfortunately, you must stay at the hotel to swim in those beautiful blue waters but the general public can enjoy the poolside atmosphere with sunset drinks.<\/p>\n

Call: 011 286 1000 or email: reservations.gautrain@radissonblu.com
\nCorner of Rivonia Road and West Street, Sandton, Johannesburg<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: definitely a sunset-seekers paradise<\/p>\n

Family fun at Linden Pool<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Linden Park Swimming Pool image courtesy of Lupiniarc WordPress<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Linden pool is a heated, indoor swimming pool excellent for winter days and cool enough in summer. This pool is splash-friendly with kids happily playing with inflatable pool toys under the lifeguards\u2019 watchful eyes. though half of the 25m pool is allocated to professional coaches and their pupils. Swimming lessons, coaching and water aerobics are offered here. life-guards<\/p>\n

Contact: 011 431 4028
\n4th Avenue, Linden, Johannesburg
\nCorner 11th Street and Fourth Avenue, Linden, Central Johannesburg<\/p>\n

Open all year round Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 18:45 and Saturdays from 07:30 to 17:45. Sunday from 08:30 to 17:45. Public holidays may differ.
\nRates: R14 for adults, R9 for kids, free for pensioners. Prices are subject to change.<\/p>\n

Sunseeker or serious swimmer? Verdict: a bit of both<\/p>\n

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