The best outdoor swimming pools in and around Florence

With the arrival of warmer weather, every corner and historic street of Florence takes on an atmosphere that is even more magical, as sunlight filters through historic palazzi and striking sunsets reflect across the city’s rooftops and the waters of the Arno. It is an all-Italian energy typical of the Dolce Vita, set to unhurried rhythms that gently ease you towards holiday mode.

In the meantime, the question remains: how to beat the rising temperatures and summer heat? Here are the best outdoor swimming pools in and around Florence to unwind, have fun and enjoy a refreshing dip with Tuscan flair.

Fattoria di Maiano

Via Benedetto da Maiano, 11 Fiesole (FI)

Just a few kilometres from the Tuscan capital, on the road towards Fiesole, Fattoria di Maiano is known for its natural beauty, surrounded by green spaces, woods and a large olive grove. Here you can also tour the farm and meet its animals, book lunch at the excellent restaurant or enjoy a bucolic picnic. From the pool, designed to complement the villa dating back to 1400, you can take in the scent of nearby lavender bushes and admire the splendid views over the hills. A true oasis of peace just minutes from the city centre.

Villa San Michele

Via Doccia, 4, Fiesole (FI)

A swimming pool set within an immaculate lawn right above the gardens of Villa San Michele, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees. The service is impeccable: you can order drinks, snacks and a light lunch to enjoy poolside beneath your parasol. An enchanting spot to unwind and switch into holiday mode, just a few kilometres from the heart of Florence.

Asmana Wellness World

Via Salvator Allende, 10 Campi Bisenzio (FI)

For those looking for more than just a swim, this is the ideal destination for a full day devoted to relaxation and wellness. Just outside Florence, the Asmana Wellness World is an exclusive wellness centre where you can unwind across hammams, saunas, saltwater pools and outdoor baths. Poolside aperitivi and special events throughout the week complete this sophisticated venue, offering a true remise en forme for body and mind.

La Flog

Via Michele Mercati, 24

The Poggetto pool is a historic institution in the city. Surrounded by a cooling pine wood just below Via dei Cappuccini, La Flog features a large infinity-edge pool, complete with sunbeds, a bar, a play area and an easy, welcoming atmosphere. The complex also houses an open-air cinema, a pizzeria restaurant and tennis courts, with the added convenience of ample parking. An effortless way to feel on holiday right in Florence.

Marignolle Relais & Charme

Via del Ferrone, 5

Marignolle Relais & Charme is home to the Klab fitness and wellness centre, which brings together a gym, spa, beauty centre, swimming lessons and its wonderful summer pools—a distinctly exclusive space on the road leading from Florence up to Soffiano. Accessible by membership or a day pass for the summer area, the club offers 3 pools, a maxi Jacuzzi, green lawns, a lounge bar, parasols and sun loungers, all framed by olive trees, cypresses and ash trees. In the evening, Marignolle becomes a stunning poolside setting open to non-members: take a seat on the terrace and enjoy a romantic sunset over the Florentine hills.

Villa Olmi Firenze

Via del Crocifisso del Lume, 18 Bagno a Ripoli (FI)

In the nearby municipality of Bagno a Ripoli stands the beautiful 18th-century Villa Olmi, the ideal getaway just minutes from central Florence, immersed in the quiet of the countryside. Set within the lush parkland among the villa’s gardens is a large swimming pool, where you can unwind in the sun. For a thoroughly relaxing day, take advantage of attractive packages combining pool access with a light lunch or a poolside aperitivo.