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“Perfect mix of salt and chlorine, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and there is nothing like it elsewhere.” in 7 reviews
“A great local salt water public pool in the Kitsilano neighbourhood and surprisingly not as expensive as you think!” in 5 reviews
“The view of the North Shore Mountains and the ocean as you come up for air is amazing.” in 2 reviews
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- Pilar D.Port Moody, BC05Jan 1, 2024
Super fun and awesome big pool.
A bit trickle finding shade but depending on the time you can find a spot along the wall.
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A great local salt water public pool in the Kitsilano neighbourhood and surprisingly not as expensive as you think! It's $7.50~ and you can get combo tickets for similar prices for an adult and child or adult and senior!
Parking on Vine or Balsam will be better than paying for parking in the Kitsilano lot but give yourself advanced time to find it if you're hoping for free parking. Beautiful view overlooking Kitsilano Beach, the water and North Shore Mountains.
Spacing was great. There are a lot of people doing lane swimming practice so be careful and aware of the marked areas or expect to be spoken to over the megaphone of the life guard.
Bring a blanket and snacks to dry off around the side.
Depth is up to 8 feet in some areas.
We have gone three times in the past month and the process has been super easy purchasing tickets online and lining up near the Kitsilano Boatshow theatre to get in. I recommend prebooking tickets instead of link by up for drop in in the off chance you cannot get in!
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Kay K.Richmond, BC028Aug 7, 2021
Such a beautiful pool. The water is amazing. Perfect temperature. Great place for families to spend time at during the summer. Love it.
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Havala S.Tucson, United States35151Jul 14, 2017Every time I visit Vancouver, I swim here. And every time I swim here, I contemplate moving to Vancouver just for this pool.
I really haven't found another pool like it, anywhere. Giant saltwater loveliness that makes your laps feel more like an open water swim. Oh, and the views. But mostly, 137 meters of sparkling, not-crowded water.
The bad: the ladies' locker is spectacularly unbeautiful, and it's a shade expensive for a public pool (or maybe I'm just spoiled by $2 swims where I live.) That's picking a fight, though. This is a swimmer's pool, and it is magic.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0
Kevin T.San Jose, United States435432Sep 25, 2016A pool from the heavens! This is the greatest public pool that has ever been invented by mankind!
As tourists, we were in awe of the great view of the city skyscrapers from this location. They didn't put too much chlorine in it, and there are swimming lanes for the experienced and shallow waters for the kids.
There are lifeguards on duty, and the showers were relatively clean in comparison with other public pools that I've been to in the past
That view though!Helpful 5Thanks 0Love this 7Oh no 0
Anita R.Inglewood, United States14717292Jun 9, 2016Absolutely fantastic!
Our first time at the pool was on a Monday evening and it was perfect. Not over crowded at all. The pool, surrounding areas and locker room were clean and inviting. I was told the pool is set at 72 degrees and is 1/2 salt water and 1/2 chlorinated water which made it perfect.
I really wanted to get my partner and myself a season pass but I think they are over priced. For a 3 month pass it was over $120/each :(Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0- Van L.Vancouver, BC3868Feb 22, 2021Updated review
Still my fave summertime Vancouver activity. And thankful they were open during COVID. I was able to get tickets plenty of times even with the decreased amount of tickets available and the online booking system.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Aug 31, 2015Previous reviewI absolutely love going to this outdoor pool on sunny days in the summer.
It's nice that it's right by the ocean and beach. The water is always clean and a great temperature. If it's cold when you first go in, you just have to move for a few minutes and you're good to go the rest of the time you're in the pool. It's a reasonable price to get in. Some days are busier than others, such as on weekends and hot days. There are always lifeguards on duty. It's nice that there is a convenience store nearby, but the bottled water is way cheaper from the vending machines in the pool area.
What can be annoying is that there are some lap swimmers who take themselves too seriously and they will just plummet right over you, if you don't get out of their way. Even if you're in the right space. I would recommend not venturing out too much to the north west side of the pool, for that matter.
It would be nice if there was more shade, such as for kids or those that want to be out of the sun. Also, that area behind the lawn where the sprinkler is needs to be removed. It's a waste of space that's rarely seen used. It would be great to add an extension to the grassy hill.
Parking is free on the street, if you drive around the residential area. I can usually find something quick enough. This way you can avoid paying for parking in the designated lot, which can get full itself. 
Laurie R.Spokane, United States8918770Aug 7, 2008First to ReviewThis is Canada's longest pool. It's outdoor and literally on the water at Kitsilano Beach near Stanley Park. This is no ordinary pool and I insist you check it out. I do like to tell people what to do, therefore I Yelp.
Kitsilano Pool a pool which draws from the ocean and therefore is filled with salt water. It opened at the water's edge in 1931 and became an instant success. It been updated since then and got a face-lift for the 1986 World's Fair.
It's an experience to behold and a cheap one at that ($4.95 for an adult)
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Ingrid D.Burlingame, United States155987Aug 27, 2012I love swimming.... but I hate indoor swimming pools..
I love floating... but I hate having to turn...
I love having a good workout... but I hate crowded spaces...
I love feeling the sun on my face... but I hate the smell of chlorine...
So for all those reasons, I love Kits pool !!! :-))
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0- Aug 11, 2014
I absolutely loved this pool!!! This has got to be the best place in Vancouver. It is a hidden gem for sure. Well maybe not so hidden because it was VERY busy when I went there.
I had to wait in line for about 30 minutes to get inside but it was worth it! It is a massive salt water pool that was an absolute pleasure to swim in.
It costs $6-7 to get in and you can stay all day if you'd like. It's right next to the beach so it has a wonderful view.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0
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