Suggestions for Swimming near Chicago

Time Out Chicago • October 31, 2011This Chicago Park District facility offers a playground, baseball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, a swimming pool, water playground and paths for walking, jogging or biking.

Jonathan F. • May 28, 2015This is an awesome beach so close to Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. It is normally not as crowded as Oak Street Beach or North Avenue Beach. Great for distance swimming as well.

PR Nutrition Inc • October 13, 2011Great for all different athletes, over 15 acres! Park has a fitness center, indoor swimming pool for the public along with various types of sports fields which can be enjoyed all year round.

Men's Health Mag • August 3, 2014One of Chicago’s newest hotels touts an 8,000 square-foot gym along with a 25-meter indoor lap pool, hardwood basketball court, and 1/5-mile running trail.

Chicago Park District • April 2, 2012Did you know this great park features an indoor Olympic sized zero depth swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness center? Come out and play at Fosco Park!

John H. • December 20, 2009Check out the authentic ww2 tank near the swimming pool. It's OFF THE HOOK!

Steve P. • July 25, 2010Great place to relax but I'll admit, I've never worked myself up to swim in the water yet.

Arpad R. • March 10, 2011The pool is 25 meters long. Perfect for lap swimming. Upgrade to the Historic tower we worth it

Steven M. • July 3, 2012A gem of a park with a nice indoor pool and a sprinkler outside in the summer.

Zack G. • September 8, 2018Great events and rooftop pool has great views.

Aneta M. • July 18, 2011The idea that doggies can poop & pee on the beach & swim in the lake kinda grosses me out, but otherwise love the beach. Hate the new lights at night though. Too bright! I also dislike the new ramp.

Bart C. • October 13, 2011Great park! Swimming laps & using the weight room are hidden perks of life in Pilsen.

Paige K. • September 23, 2016great park!!! good for biking, sitting by the water, and swimming. plus you're a stone's throw away from some delicious Puerto Rican food

Cheapism • September 1, 2011This park has baseball fields, basketball courts, a swimming pool, a spray pool, playground and gym. Admission is free.

Kenny K. • January 7, 2011Don't forget the indoor pool--inexpensive swimming classes for toddlers!

Travel + Leisure • May 29, 2012The Peninsula Spa by ESPA on the 20th floor has an indoor pool, sundeck, eucalyptus steam room, and fireplace-equipped lounge—not to mention fabulous views of the Windy City.

Time Out Chicago • October 20, 2011One of Chicago's more prominent parks, Garfield Park offers facilities for baseball, boxing, basketball, tennis and swimming and also has a playground, fitness center, and paths for jogging.

SPIN • July 22, 2011Pete Wentz of Black Cards loves this aquarium turned skate park because you can see the dolphins swimming at night. They have penguins, whales, and sharks too!

James S. • August 3, 2010Equipped with two baseball fields, one combination football/soccer field, three tennis courts, one playground and a spray pool and a full outdoor swimming pool with dressing facility, the seven-acre p

Araceli A. • February 4, 2012Big public beach, for swimming, volleyball, fishing and jet-ski action

Scott S. • October 23, 2011Swimming here (though common) can get you a ticket.

Dana T. • December 4, 2014The Tokontsu Pork Ramen was out of this world! Perfectly fresh & firm noodles swimming in a rich creamy flavorful broth packed w/ umami essence...BEST I ever haaaaad! Huge portions (as expected) BYOB!

Chicagoist • August 1, 2014Try the sauerkraut rye bread, their chocolate cake doughnuts, buttermilk poundcake and "grandpa rye" bread, a three-pound loaf swimming in caraway and perfectly suited for Dagwood sandwiches.

John I. • July 9, 2013Great beech for early morning swim. Friendly regulars and no meat market.

Scott N. • March 7, 2012Outstanding fitness room and indoor pool.

Time Out Chicago • May 23, 2012One of Chicago's more prominent parks, Garfield Park offers facilities for boxing, basketball, tennis and swimming and also has a playground, fitness center, and paths for jogging and biking. -RW

Luis R. • December 12, 2011Go in the indoor pool they have swimming lessons