We’re all on the lookout for ways to escape the sometimes stifling heat of Florence in the summer. Here’s our pick of the swimming pools in the city and surroundings. We recommend that you call the individual facilities for further information.
Le Pavoniere
Appearing like a mirage in the Cascine park, Le Pavoniere (via della Catena 2, +39 392 1724859) is one of Florence’s most attractive city pools. Adults and children can put their water wings to the test in this open-air urban aquatic centre. Le Pavoniere also features a poolside cocktail bar, restaurant and pizzeria. It’s open from 9am to 2am, until September 10, 2024.
Costoli
Located near the Campo di Marte stadium, Costoli (piazza Enrico Berlinguer 2 / +39 055 6236027) is the largest and, perhaps, most popular public swimming venue in town, with three pools, including an Olympic-sized pool, a medium-sized pool with a diving board, water slides and a paddling pool for kids. It’s open from 2-6pm on Mondays, 10am-6pm Tuesday to Friday, and 10am-7pm Saturday + Sunday.
Bellariva
Riverside pool Bellariva (lungarno Aldo Moro 6 / +39 055 6266007) is another renowned urban aquatic centre. The lush grounds are teeming with trees and the lawns provide superb sunbathing. With an abundance of lounge chairs poolside, a rooftop terrace restaurant that serves pizza and other fresh summer fare, it boasts an Olympic-size pool as well as a children’s pool area.
Flog
Flog, Florence’s first open-air swimming pool, is situated in the Poggetto area (via Michele Mercati 24 / +39 366 8769021). Usually reserved for members only, it is open to the public in the summer. Open 10am to 7pm, until September 1.
Asmana Wellness World
Another year-round bathing favourite is Asmana (via Salvator Allende 10, Campi Bisenzio / +39 055 776771) out in Campi Bisenzio. Outdoor and indoor pools, saunas, relaxations, massages and facials: there’s something for everyone to help you through the summer.
Villa Tolomei
Villa Tolomei (via di Santa Maria a Marignolle) enables external clients to use the stylish pool with views over an olive grove. Just drop them a line to book: info@villatolomeihotel.it.
Borgo I Vicelli
Adults-only resort Borgo I Vicelli (via Roma 588, Bagno a Ripoli) just 20 minutes from Florence in the Bagno a Ripoli hills, offers a lunch and pool day use formula, complete with cabana, surrounded by the Tuscan hills.
25hours Hotel
For ultra exclusive, book the Casetta del Giardino at 25hours Hotel (piazza di San Paolino 1) for a stylish stay equipped with a private plunge pool and a BBQ in central Florence.
