7 great pools to get your splash on this summer

Summer is just around the corner and you’re going to want to fit these great pools in your plans.

Keep reading to find out some great places to swim and relax in Birmingham—opening just in time for Memorial Day weekend!

1. Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex

Vestavia Hills has a great complex filled with various activities the kids will enjoy. They offer slides, competition and leisure pools and more.

• Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex Hours: Monday-Thursday 10AM-8PM, Friday-Saturday 10AM-7PM
• Address: 720 Waldridge Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
• Cost: $75 individual membership, $300 family membership, $35 senior (55+) membership
• Now open to Vestavia residents only
• Website | Facebook

2. Crestwood Swimming Pool

Looking to bring your family to a great atmosphere? Check out the Crestwood Swimming Pool for a large, clean pool with an area for the kids.

• Crestwood Community Park Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 8AM-5PM
• Address: 5400 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35212
• Cost: $1
• Now open
• Check out the Facebook for pool updates.

3. Lakeshore Foundation

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Need to refresh your swimming skills? Lakeshore Foundation has you covered. They offer swimming instruction, warm pools, adult and youth classes.

• Lakeshore Foundation Hours: Monday-Friday, 5:30AM-7PM, Saturday 7AM-3PM
• Address: 4000 Ridgeway Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
• Cost: Standard membership $50/month (excludes aquatic center), Premiere $65/month, Youth + Athlete $55/month, FREE for veterans
• Now open
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

4. Homewood Swimming Pool

Homewood is the perfect place to do some swimming, grab a bite to eat and enjoy company. This swimming pool has two pools and a fun park — perfect for day filled with fun.

• Homewood Swimming Pool: Monday-Thursday, 10AM-7PM; Friday-Saturday 10AM-6PM; Sunday 1PM -6PM
• Address: 1632 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham, AL 35209
• Cost: $175 1st family membership, $40 per additional household member
• Pools open Thursday, May 23 for Homewood residents only
• Website

5. Norwood Swimming Pool

Take a trip to scenic Norwood and enjoy the fresh, clean water. With splash pads and outdoorsy parks surrounding the area, this is the perfect place to enjoy a view while taking a dip.

• Norwood Swimming Pool: Monday-Saturday, Noon-6PM
• Address: 1428 28th St N, Birmingham, AL 35234
• Cost: FREE!
• Now open

6. Trussville Swimming Pool

Not only is this pool surrounded by Trussville’s beautiful scenery, it also offers well-trained staff and lifeguards.

• Trussville Swimming Pool: Monday-Friday, 9AM-7PM; Saturday 9AM-7:45PM; Sunday 1PM-4:45PM
• Address: Trussville, AL 35173
• Cost: $120 individual pass, $205 family membership
• Now open for Trussville residents only
• Website

7. Cooper Green Swimming Pool

This parent- and-kid-friendly pool is clean and has a great environment for some fun in the sun.

• Cooper Green Swimming Pool: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Noon-6PM
• Address: 111 Dorothy Dr SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
• Cost: FREE!
• Now open

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