Let’s face it, Atlanta isn’t referred to as ‘Hotlanta’ for nothing! With summer temperatures creeping to the 90s, folks are desperately looking for affordable ways to take a dip and work on their base tan for the Fourth of July.
In case this summer diagnosis fits you ‘to a t,’ Below is a list of some of Atlanta’s favorite public pools that are open for a nominal fee.
Wills Park Pool
http://willspark.com/swimming.html
Area: Alpharetta
Price: General Admission $3 per person; Children 3 and under free; Seniors 50+ $1 per person
Highlights:
-Olympic-size pool
-3 diving boards
-Splashpad for little ones
-Snack bar with food and drinks
*Pool is closing August 1st for renovations
Emory’s University Outdoor Pools
Area: Druid Hills
Price: $120 for 14-visit pass or $620 for the summer; Children 2 and under free
Highlights:
-Olympic-size pool and fitness center
-Kiddie pool
-Eight tennis courts and outdoor volleyball pit
-Cafe for food and drinks
The W Atlanta-Buckhead
www.watlantabuckhead.com/whiskey-sundaze
Area: Buckhead
Price: $25 per person Sundaze pass
Highlights:
-Infinity pool
-Adults only
-Rotating DJs
-W food and drink menu available
-One complimentary drink and valet fee included
*every Sunday from mid-May through early September from 1-5pm
Piedmont Pool
Area: Midtown
Price: Adults 17-54 $4, Children 5 and under $1, Children 6-16 $4, Seniors 55+ $2
Highlights:
-Beach-entry pool
-Splashpad for kids
-Overlooks Lake Clara Meer in Piedmont Park
-Concessions available
Mountain Park Aquatic Center
Area: Gwinnett
Price: Gwinnett residents $3.25; Non-Gwinnett residents $4.25
Highlights:
-Mini waterpark
-Zero-depth entry
-Lazy river
-Waterslides
Murphy Candler Park Pool
http://www.murpheycandlerpark.org/about-the-park.html
Area: Dekalb
Price: Children $3, Adults $5, Seniors $1. Summer passes are also available.
Highlights:
-Lake
-Walking/Running trails on site
-Lazy river
-Waterslides
Written by Kaitlin Snodgrass, Buyer Specialist, The Peters Company