Best of Austin®

Best Swimming Hole

Barton Springs Pool

Barton Springs is our own private swimming hole, right smack-dab in the middle of Austin. In those long summer months, a dip in Barton Springs is a refreshing respite from the 100-plus-degree temps. And hey, if you get tired of performing your world-famous cannonball off of the diving board, there is always nude sun bathing available in the changing rooms. When you're through frolicking in the Springs, step through the meat grinder-like exit door and all of Zilker Park awaits you.

  • Barton Springs Pool

    2131 William Barton Dr., Austin South Lamar and Barton Springs

    austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool

    68 awards
    Image: Barton Springs Pool

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