Barton Springs Pool I heard from movies, hippie vibes and just general word of mouth content over…read morethe years in regards to what is in the Austin area. So I wanted to make sure we made a stop here while we were in Austin as it seemed essential for having a good city experience here. Barton Springs is open every day but Thursdays so plan accordingly for that. I am told it's a day where they clean the pool. It took a little bit of navigating to get to the pool as we had to plan to come here on a hot day as opposed to a rainy day which we were encountering here on our trip but it worked out fine. We landed on a warm day and got pool time. And Barton Springs is perfect to come to on a hot day. The temperature is between 68-70 degrees which makes it great swimming all year round here. The bottom of the pool has plant life and it's not all concrete and polished at the bottom so be aware of that... it's definitely has a natural look. There are also signs not to touch the rocks at the bottom as it is the home to some rare amphibians I believe. But aside from that as long as you follow the signs you're good. The water is extremely refreshing and invigorating and even after leaving the pool and you are on your way you still feel for a while thise sensations which added more to the impressive experience we had here. Parking fees and entrance fees to the pool are reasonable. It's $5 if you are a resident and $9 if you aren't. I highly, highly recommend making a stop at Barton Springs if you are in Austin... it definitely helps complete the city experience here.

Cool water, hot sun, and the very specific Austin ritual of pretending 68 degrees isn't actually…read morefreezing. Barton Springs Pool is one of those places where you walk in confident, dip a toe, and immediately reconsider every life choice that led you here. The setting is undeniably gorgeous -- big open lawn, limestone edges, and that classic "everyone here looks like they do yoga at sunrise" vibe. Once you're in, though, it's great. The water is clear, refreshing, and shockingly consistent year‑round. It's the kind of cold that first feels like punishment and then suddenly feels like therapy. The crowd is a mix of locals who swim laps like it's their religion, families trying to convince their kids the water isn't that cold, and visitors who clearly didn't know what they were signing up for. Logistics-wise, it's Austin, so parking can be a mild adventure depending on when you go. The grassy areas fill up fast, and you'll definitely see at least one person sunbathing in a spot that makes you wonder how they got there. But the place is clean, well‑maintained, and big enough that you can usually find your own little corner of summer. If you're expecting a warm, lazy pool float afternoon, this isn't it. If you want a classic Austin experience that shocks you awake and then chills you out, Barton Springs delivers every time.

Deep Eddy Pool is an Austin institution! I spent many years at deep Eddie pool with family, friends…read moreand colleagues. It's nothing like swimming on a hot summer day. Your first impression of the pool will probably be wow it's large with so many lanes and many areas where you can just swim or float to your hearts content. Another impression might be and it was especially for me the bright blue water of the pool. It looks refreshing, cool, and inviting. Deep Eddiy pool has a oblong shape typical of large pools of its size. The pool has architecturally clean lines with precise corners. When you stand on the pool platform the vastness of the pool rushes to the forefront. Everytime I stick my foot in the water of the Deep Eddy pool, that cool refreshing feeling envelopes my body. Entry fees are very reasonable and can beas low as $2 per day. Paid parking is available in front of the pool and on the street. Nice relaxing self-care day...

Ok if you're desperate for some water…read more The water was crisp and cool even on a 99° day in August Half the pool is designated for swimming laps. There are no lounge chairs so bring a blanket for the ground and expect it to get dirty because people have to sit in the grass/dirt. There are a few trees for shade. No alcohol or food/drink allowed. I brought in my water bottle and no one said anything so I guess water is ok There is a parking lot but you must pay to park and it gets filled quickly Bike trails lead up to it Locker rooms are half indoor/half outdoor and rather dingy. Several lifeguards on duty. periodically they make everyone get out of the pool for 5 min (one an hour?) There needs to be someone skimming the pool throughout the day..there's a ton of bugs/leaves that get in the water. Also, since people lounge on the dirt lawn, everyone's feet are dirty when getting in the pool. The pool ropes had some sort of black sludge caked into them. It was pretty gross. $5 for an adult. Free for veterans.

The best part about this pool is that it's open all year (closed on Mondays) with the water temp at…read morea consistent 78-80 degrees. This is one of several free public pools in Austin. I love it because it isn't as crazy busy as some of the other pools and it makes it easier to splash around and not worry about being on top of other people. The bathrooms are basic but clean.

It's one of the best pools in Austin - it's free and it's geothermally heated so it's pleasantly…read morewarm year round. A neighborhood treasure. Tip: park on the street and stay out of the tiny parking lot.

Great public pool on 51st. As with some pools in Austin, there is an entry fee. For residents it's…read moreonly $5 which we happily pay. We like coming to this pool for a bit of a change. They've got lap swimming, open swimming, a crazy-fun water slide, lily pad for kids and diving boards. Picnic areas around the pool as well. Very modern and clean. Lots of lifeguards on duty. The toilets/shower rooms are fine.

This is a nice complex with several pools--a standard type for lap swimming or open swim with a…read morediving board, a couple of shallow kiddie-pools with shaded areas, and two water slides. There are also picnic tables and lockers to store your stuff. It's one of several Austin pools that charge admission but the facilities are awfully nice!

Had such a great experience here! The atmosphere was on point--fun, energetic, and a really great…read moreplace to hang out whether you're with friends or just stopping in for a drink. Everything felt well put together, and the overall vibe made it stand out. Sophia, our server and bartender, was absolutely amazing. She was super friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the entire time. Her recommendations were perfect, and you can tell she genuinely cares about giving great service. Honestly, Sophia made the whole experience next-level. Definitely coming back and highly recommend checking this place out!

I really wanted to enjoy my experience at Cabana Club, but unfortunately it was disappointing from…read morestart to finish. The service was terrible, and the drinks were somehow even worse -- overpriced, poorly made, and definitely not worth it. What bothered me most was the treatment from the waitresses. It honestly felt like they only paid attention to male customers. The atmosphere has potential, but customer service can completely ruin a place, and that's exactly what happened here. I wouldn't return or recommend it based on this experience.

Timely first visit here in the Veterans Memorial Park on the Memorial Day weekend! The pool area…read morewas packed! But this was a great space to commemorate our veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we can have our freedom! Love the tribute and kudos to the organizers who put this memorial park for our dear veterans who have passed

Very nice park in Cedar Park! Pool, playground, dog park, lake, nice pavilion, amphitheater... and…read morea wonderful veteran's memorial. BTW.. next to the veterans memorial there is a U.S. flag disposal receptacle! I assume they dispose of the flags correctly! Beautiful space and lots to do!

Non-pretentious spot to swim laps at all times during the day. Love how there are plenty of lap…read morelanes. Always well staffed. Kind of bummed it'll be closed for a few years to renovate, but looking forward to seeing the new pool when it's finished!

It was nice place to relax had fun with my family the pool was clean not dirty and staff where niceread more

This is my first here in a beautiful summer day. We arrived about an hour after opening. It is cash…read moreonly for entrance. $2 for children, $5 for adults. I think it is more geared towards toddlers or young children rather than older kids. This would be a fun time for kiddos under 10, but if they are great swimmers; unlikely. They have a plenty of lifeguards on site keeping watch. It is next door to a playground as well. You could spend all frat here relaxing, but you should bring your own chairs. You can reserve the patio area for parties as well. P

This is an excellent city pool! I'd say it's for elementary ages as the pool isn't deep at all so…read moreteens might not enjoy it as much. There's a small lazy river, 2 big water slides, a snack bar, a splash pad, and several fun pipes and structures in the pool. Come early to get you one of the tables or loungers. This is on the smaller side so and they do have camps and such come in buses so it can get crowded. You can bring your own food and drinks in and the admission to get in is only around $3. I'd say this is a great value! If they have to close the pool due to rain they'll offer you a rain check! Definitely appreciate that.

I'm on a mission to visit as many of the playgrounds around me. I feel like Austin Playgrounds need…read morea better way to find them, the Austin parks & Rec website doesn't show enough about what the experiences at each one are really like. That being said, Ramsey is a five minute drive for us so the convenience is great. Parking is on the street and while I've always been able to find a spot, during peak play times you might have to circle the block and perfect your parallel parking skills. One of the main reasons I knocked a star off is the bathroom situation. Points for having bathrooms, but we only use them in emergencies. They're about as clean as you'd expect a park bathroom to be but they could absolutely use a little bit of updating. There is no soap available. I almost think I'm expecting too much but I've been to many playgrounds in major cities that were clean and had all the items you need for hygiene. (No changing tables here.) The playground is nice, it is separated in to two parts where one side seems a little more suited for older kids and the other side has some things toddlers can climb and play on. Lot of space for imaginative play with the boulders and "cave" they can get into. There is also a basketball court, tennis court, and a medium sized field to run around in. Decent amount of picnic tables here and benches.

Decent park for the kiddos. Like that there's a tennis court and pool. Good crowds and gets pretty…read morebusy during the weekends. Like that there are levels of slides and some swings throughout. With that said, it's not my favorite park though and this is why - missing a sandbox. There's a hospital nearby with occasional sirens and my kid and some others keep running towards the noise wanting to see an ambulance/firetruck/police car and nothing preventing the kids from running into the street. A fence or wall would have been nice, atleast by the playground area to limit the # of exit points. Lastly, it can be a little dirtier compared to some of the other parks I have been to in the area. But overall, a decent park, love the neighborhood and the big trees, and good vibes overall.

Cute little playground and track, big open space great for kids to run around (: the play place is…read morepretty cool, slides are high and my daughter was so proud she climbed the ladder all the way to the top to go down the slide! There's also some really cool huge rocks to climb up (: 10-10 my kid loved

The website said they were closed but they're open most days. I called in just to confirm and they…read moreanswered quickly. I mostly come here for the free pool! Lots of lifeguards on duty which is nice to see. Plenty of parking too. There is one swim lane, a diving board, a 4-5 foot large section and a more shallow kids section. There's maybe 6-10 picnic tables. No lounging chairs tho but a decent amount of shade. I most recently went on a Thursday at 5pm and it was pretty much empty. More people showed up around 545 and I think there was infant swim lessons. Will be back again soon!