Suggestions for Swimming near Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

Travis S. • August 21, 2018Fenced in pond for dogs to swim.

Linda H. • January 23, 2021Nice place to relax and enjoy Swimming, basketball and areas to get your walk on. Nice and clean.

Maridi N. • February 24, 2017This is one of the locations of the Aqua Beba kid swim class. Great program for little swimmers from 3mo onward.

Alex A. • June 2, 2013One of the best swimming spots for dogs.

Kyra • June 7, 2010The water area is amazing, my 3 yo loves it! Don't forget swim suit and water shoes with good traction for the "river."

Francis • July 19, 2015Great for swimming in the pool, exercising, running, skating and tennis!

Hrag V. • July 30, 2018This Jet Fuel (right) is sweet and packed full of delicious runs, and Spiced Ginger Bahia (left) has complex flavors, well crafted, and refreshing afternoon drink — it would ideal poolside. 🍹

Compass • April 25, 2014In the warm months, neighbors flock to Commodore Barry Park for the toy elephant and huge pool.

AmateurConcierge • October 30, 2015Is it overrated? Yes. Will the decor not be what you expected? Probably. But is the steak swimming in butter amazing? Almost always.

Candice R. • September 23, 2015This park has everything, whimsical side trails, dog swimming areas, public art, food, drinks, restaurants, great city and bridge view, one of the most beautiful spots in NYC

Landmarks Preservation Commission • August 23, 2013Check out the Betsy Head Pool, constructed between 1937-39 it was designated in 2008. The Betsy Head Rec Center was the city's first public facility to include an outdoor pool.

Meghan M. • February 14, 2017Great for a free outdoor pool in the city

Pete L. • June 23, 2013Come for the sun, not the service. Worth every penny of the $45 weekend admission though. Come early to grab a bed!

David B. • June 13, 2012Sietsema: Peanut Sauce Noodles - Thick egg noodles swim in a sauce of peanut butter and soy, surmounted by chopped and oiled scallions - it's like the best peanut butter sandwich you've ever had

Noel B. • July 28, 2009Go to Newtown Creek Nature walk and be amazed to see the occasional live fish swimming in the water.

Sasha H. • January 7, 2011Best time to swim: after 7 when all the kids are doing homework or getting in their jammies

Sean S. • March 8, 2020Rooftop bar - Cocktail and dance bar sits in the cylindrical structure above the hotel's outdoor pool, with amazing view from floor-to-ceiling windows.

Eduardo H. • June 26, 2012Make sure you go for a swim :).

Trebla O. • January 23, 2010Go under the swimming pool

Carmen N. • November 11, 2016Camp Olympia swim classes meet here.

Nate P. • July 10, 2014Great for a casual swim on a hot summer day!