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Observatory Swimming Pool

Observatory Swimming Pool

About

Cape Town’s swimming facilities consist of Olympic-sized pools, springboard diving pools and splash pools for children. Observatory Swimming Pool provides the perfect opportunity for families to cool down on a hot summer’s day as it includes a main pool and a kiddies’ pool.

Opening hours

Monday to Sunday (Peak season) 
10:00 - 18:00

Opening hours are subject to change. Check the swimming pool schedule for updates.

Entrance fees

      
Entrance fees
Fee
Adults (16 yrs+)R9
Children (3-15 yrs)R3
Infants (Under 2 yrs)Free
Pensioners (60 yrs+)Free

Contact us

General enquiries

Telephone:
021 444 1195

View the Recreation and Parks Facility Contact List.

Location

Willow Road, Observatory

Features and facilities

  • Kiddies pool
  • Diving pool
  • Lifeguards
  • Picnic areas
  • Ablution amenities
  • Change rooms
  • Spectator seating
  • Kiosks
  • Showers

Activities

  • Leisure and relaxation
  • Sport and exercise
  • Picnics
  • Safe swimming
  • Lifeguards and lifesaving

Facility sizes

Maximum 556 patrons

Pool sizes

Main poolKiddies' pool
Length33 metres10 metres
Width25 metres5 metres
Depth2 metres0,5 metres

Booking and tariffs

Please see the Recreation and Parks Tariffs Booklet in the document download section below for more information about bookings and tariffs.

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