Best Pools Around Boston for Family Swimming

Erynn:  A community pool, splash pad, and playground make Olsen a family favorite. While the pool season ends in late August, the spray deck remains open until Labor Day. Parking available in lot. As the summer sun does too, Olsen also stays open late on select nights.

Erynn:  Two playgrounds with a wading pool and one of Boston's best splash pads, Artesani Playground is like a mini water park! Both the spray deck and wading pool are open seasonally. This riverside location is scenic and relaxing.

Erynn:  Two pools for kids of all ages (separate wading pool for babies and toddlers) plus a nearby playground make this outdoor pool an all-day event for families. Parking available in lot. This facility earns points for cleanliness, availability and commitment of pool staff!

Erynn:  Located right along the Charles River, this community pool and spray deck nudges up against Magazine Beach. When the kids are tired of swimming (if that actually ever happens!), visit neighboring Magazine Beach Park for a relaxing picnic anywhere in its 15 acre expanse.

Also nearby are soccer and baseball fields plus exercise equipment. Take the whole family for the day! Parking available in lot.

Erynn:  This community pool is connected to the adjacent Recreational Complex, which hosts a variety of indoor community activities. Extended pool hours are offered at this location, too.

Erynn:  This pool is located inside Foss Park, which also features baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and plenty of picturesque picnicking spots and playground. Young kids will especially enjoy the wading pool and spray deck.

Erynn:  A popular spot for families with small kids, this BCYF-run facility neighbors a park and is open through summer. Enjoy outside open swim and Clougherty hosts lap swim times for adults.

Erynn:  This community center pool hosts recreational swim, lap swim, and swim lessons. The harbor view makes this pool extra special.

Erynn:  A standard pool plus beach-like wading pool complete with spray structures make this pool a super summer destination. This community pool is a top spot for families with young kids since the wading pool is so shallow, letting kids ease in at their own pace!

Erynn:  Part of the Everett Rink, the swimming and wading pools plus spray deck are available seasonally and are located outside the Allied Veterans rink. Extended hours occur select evenings.