Ten swimming facilities in Pennsylvania made this list, with nine located in Philadelphia and one in Glenside. These venues include country clubs, public pools, swim clubs, and fitness centers. Ratings for these locations range from 4.1 to 4.8 stars, based on a combined total of 1,141 user reviews. The facilities vary from private clubs and specialized swim centers to community public pools.
Our rankings are determined by multiplying the venue rating by the log of the review count, with no paid placements.
1. North Hills Country Club
Located at 99 Station Ave in Glenside, this club holds a 4.7 rating from 324 reviews. One visitor described their experience as terrific, noting that the staff was awesome and the course was really good.
2. John B. Kelly Pool
This Philadelphia facility at 4231 Lansdowne Dr has a 4.2 rating based on 208 reviews.
3. O’Connor Pool
With a 4.3 rating from 135 reviews, O’Connor Pool is located at 2601 South St in Philadelphia. A reviewer mentioned that the atmosphere makes them feel like they are on vacation rather than in the city.
4. Lincoln Pool
Lincoln Pool is situated at Rowland & Shelmire in Philadelphia. It maintains a 4.1 rating from 114 reviews, with one guest noting the facility is clean and that children had fun there.
5. Ridgway Pool
Located at 1301 Carpenter St in Philadelphia, this pool has a 4.2 rating from 93 reviews. A recent review highlights the clean water and attentive lifeguard staff who keep an eye on everything.
6. Fitness Alive Center City
This Philadelphia center at 1425 Arch St has a 4.7 rating from 55 reviews. Users appreciate the lap pool and the lane reservation app, though one reviewer noted the water temperature is often 80 to 90 degrees and the chlorine levels can be high.
7. University City Swim Club
University City Swim Club at 300 Hanson St in Philadelphia holds a 4.8 rating from 50 reviews. It is described as a clean, private, and relaxing place to swim.
8. Fitness Alive South Philly
Located at 714 Reed St in Philadelphia, this facility has a 4.3 rating from 48 reviews. One parent noted the growth and confidence their son gained through one-on-one sessions with an instructor named Miss Holly.
9. Cione public swimming pool
Cione public swimming pool is located at Cione Playground on 2600 Aramingo Ave in Philadelphia. It has a 4.4 rating from 39 reviews, with users mentioning clean water and professional staff.
10. Sheerr Pool
Located on Walnut St in Philadelphia, Sheerr Pool has a 4.6 rating from 25 reviews. The facility provides saunas and swim equipment like fins and kickboards, though a reviewer mentioned the water is quite cold and the pool can get crowded.
How we ranked these
Our list is generated using a formula that balances average user ratings with the volume of feedback received. For more details, see our methodology.