Dive into Barton Springs Pool

Discover Barton Springs Pool, a natural spring-fed pool in Austin, Texas, offering cool, refreshing waters in a beautiful, serene setting for all to enjoy.

Adults: $5-9/person; Kids: $2-5/person
More than 500 Miles from you
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Description

Barton Springs Pool, located in the heart of Austin's Zilker Park, is a must-visit attraction for locals and tourists alike. This unique, spring-fed pool maintains a constant temperature of around 68-70°F, making it an ideal spot for year-round swimming and relaxation. The pool's three acres of crystal-clear water, surrounded by lush greenery, provide an inviting and serene atmosphere for families, friends, and solo visitors. Lifeguards are on duty, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all swimmers.

What's included

Perfect for

For solo

For two

For groups

For families with kids

For parents and grownups

Outdoorsy

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Itinerary

Arrive at Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park
Pay the entrance fee and enter the pool area
Find a spot to relax and set up your belongings
Enjoy swimming and lounging by the pool
Use the available shower and restroom facilities
Depart at your leisure

Location & Hours

2201 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746

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Working Hours

Mon8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tue8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wed8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thu8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Fri8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sat8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sun8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Packing List

Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen
Hat or cap
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Snacks (no glass containers)
Waterproof bag for personal belongings

4.7 ● Google reviews

I'd definitely want to go back on a warmer day and get into the pool! Haven't seen anything like it! I believe the ticket to swim is $5 but entrance is free if you just want to walk around.

What a lovely spot and they're open late. The water is very cold, even on 105° days. It's wonderful to be able to swim in a natural habitat with fish, turtles and salamanders thriving there. Water shoes were a must for me. It was great to see the lifeguards passing attention and stopping folks from flipping into the water. Be sure to Bring your flotation devices for the left side of the pool.

Went on a Monday morning and the water was so clean (and cold!) It wasn't busy at all. The staff and lifeguards are great. Bring some blankets and towels to lounge on the hillside. You cannot bring food, alcohol, glass containers nor coolers INTO the facility... But they are great for a quick pic-nic/tailgate at your vehicle! Don't forget to pay for parking at the parking kiosks. Highly recommend this place for all ages. The BEST way to cool off quickly.

This place was amazing. The water was about 68 degrees while the air temp was 107 degrees. They have lifeguards on duty for your safety. Very family friendly! The parking is about the only issue I came across because all the kiosks were down except one. Had to wait thirty minutes to pay for parking in the sweltering heat. The online site was down as well. We still had an amazing time and I recommend this place if you need to cool down in the hot Texas heat!

Awesome spot! The whole place was pretty clean and the water was cold and nice on a hot summer day. It is a spring even tho it is build as a pool to be more comfortable, but there is moss in the water. There are easy entry to the water with stairs and ladders. People were jumping from the diving board and it looked really fun. There are lifeguards watching everyone and making sure that everyone is safe. The bathrooms were clean and comfortable. I do recommend going on the week days so it's not so packed with people.

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