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Barton Springs Pool

A three-acre pool fed by natural springs that stays around 68°F (20°C) all year, the soul of Austin.

Official Website
Photo: Downtown Austin · Public domain
Open
Every day except during weekly cleaning; check the website
Price
Paid in season; higher rate for non-residents
Time Needed
2 hours
Address
2201 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
In Zilker Park, about 10 minutes by car or bus from downtown.

Why Go

The springs have drawn people for thousands of years. Locals swim laps here on winter mornings, and on summer afternoons the grassy banks are packed. The pool is also home to the endangered Barton Springs salamander.

Nearby

Umlauf Sculpture Garden7 min walkZilker Park10 min walkDeep Eddy Pool23 min walkCongress Avenue Bridge Bats1.5 miles · Must-See

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