The best outdoor pools in and around Turin
Our pick of the best outdoor pools and water parks in Turin, close at hand for the summer season
Summer is well underway, bringing hotter days in the sun. If your long-awaited holidays are still far off, there is no need to worry: whether you live in Turin or the surrounding province and are looking for somewhere to unwind, at the weekend or after a demanding day at work, Flawless has the perfect answer. Turin only lacks the sea to make it complete. You can still cool off at one of the many outdoor pools dotted across the city.
Some true oases sit close to the centre, while others are easily reached by public transport. There are water parks that offer peaceful retreats, complete with white sand, water slides and play areas for children. If you want to top up your tan, opt for spots with a dedicated sun terrace. Need to get in shape for summer? Several offer basketball and beach volleyball courts. Whether you are on your own or with friends, relaxation is the priority: why not spend a weekend unwinding in a hot tub? Put on your favourite swimwear and get ready to discover the best outdoor pools in and around Turin.
Piscina Lido
Via Villa Glori, 21
Undoubtedly one of the finest pools and a local favourite thanks to its strategic location: close to the centre, yet well away from city traffic. The complex sits along the banks of the Po, at the foot of the hills. Its large pool, fitted with a retractable roof, can be enjoyed in both winter and summer. During the hottest hours, you can sunbathe on the lawn or on loungers in the relaxation area, where a snack bar offers light refreshments. The ideal recipe for the sunny season in true Torinese style.
Aquatica Torino
Corso Galileo Ferraris, 290
The ideal choice for a day of sport in the heart of Turin, near the Stadio Olimpico. Aquatica Torino offers a wide range of water-based activities, from rehabilitation to swimming and handball classes; thanks to a seasonal cover, the Olympic-size pool transforms into a summer lido surrounded by a spacious sun terrace. A fully equipped gym with a sauna and weights room completes the wellness experience, helping you stay in shape under the sun.
Piscina Sisport
Via Olivero, 32
Generous green lawns, a sun deck and a large pool to enjoy summer in the historic Mirafiori neighbourhood. From lane swimming to hydrobike and aquagym sessions, this city sports facility caters to all ages, offering basketball and volleyball courts alongside a café for a refreshing break between laps.
Piscina Franzoj
Strada Antica di Collegno, 211
One of the most popular and well-loved facilities among Turin locals thanks to the quality of its services. Piscina Franzoj features a large summer pool, a dedicated children’s pool and a sunbathing area where you can hire a sun lounger to catch some rays. Relax on the lawn or enjoy a break at the café tables in this refreshing spot far from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Gru Beach
Via Crea, 10 Grugliasco (TO)
Inside the Le Gru shopping centre lies a green haven sheltered from the city heat: Gru Beach. A large pool is framed by a sun deck with comfortable loungers, showers, changing cabins and spacious gazebos offering welcome shade over the surrounding lawn. It offers an easy-going holiday atmosphere just minutes from the city centre.
Piscina Bioparco Zoom
Strada Piscina, 36 Cumiana (TO)
If you have never visited Zoom in Turin, this is the perfect opportunity: a wildlife park just outside the city makes an ideal day out in an oasis of peace and relaxation. A journey into fascinating nature, featuring 6,600 sq m of white sandy beaches, a 7,800 sq m sun deck, 2,600 sq m of pools and the chance to encounter remarkable wildlife species between swims.
Blu Paradise Acquapark
Via Gozzano, 9 Orbassano (TO)
The water park in Orbassano is the ideal destination for a family day out. A world of aquatic fun and games just outside Turin for an enjoyable weekend: slides such as the Sliding Hills and the Aqua Tube, a castle for younger children, a wave pool, an eatery and a large hot tub perfect for unwinding; there is also a dedicated entertainment team to keep children amused. Outdoor relaxation and fun guaranteed.
