Summer is here, and there’s no better way to spend a hot summer day than in a pool. Here’s your guide to Nashville’s public pools, from community center dips to hotel rooftop destinations.
🏊 Metro Parks Swimming Pools
Metro Parks manages 10 public pools, both indoor and outdoor. While we used to have more, segregation led to the closure of some public pools, like Centennial Park’s.
Before heading out, check the community center’s schedule for open swim hours. While most Metro Parks pools are free, Wave Country and Centennial SportsPlex charge $10-$12 for admission. Centennial SportsPlex is running a membership deal for June, though keep in mind that their pool is closed on weekends. Many community center pools host children’s swim classes for as low as $4.
Also explore public pools in Williamson County and Rutherford County, and the Tommy Garrott Aquatics Facility in Gallatin.
🤽 Fitness Center Pools
Most YMCAs in Middle Tennessee have indoor or outdoor pools, and sometimes both. Use the search function to find out which facilities have pools. Membership is required, but you can apply for financial assistance, or receive discounts if you’re a senior, BlueCross BlueShield insurance carrier, or in the military (including veterans and retirees). Both current and prospective members receive a 20% discount through referrals.
The Gordon JCC in Bellevue also has great outdoor and indoor pools, and membership is open to everyone, regardless of religion.
👙 Hotel Pools
Did you know that many hotels in Nashville offer pool passes for locals? You can book hotel pool passes on ResortPass. Pool passes typically run $20-$75 a day. Some of our favorites include the Grand Hyatt, Margaritaville, Drift, White Limozeen at the Graduate, and our newest hotel pool, Salt Ranch, which is offering a swim club membership.
🩱 Water Parks
Nashville has three water parks: Nashville Shores, SoundWaves, and Wave Country. Wave Country is the cheapest option, and folks can bring their own food and drink. Tickets to Nashville Shores cost $50+ (grab a season pass if you plan to go more than once), and the water park has three different pools in addition to slides and other attractions. SoundWaves no longer offers day passes, but locals can get in without renting a hotel room by purchasing a party room, Crowd Surfer FlowRider Party, or Sun Deck Group Pass. These will cost you around $60-$100 per person.
