Meadow

I'm a pretty big fan of Victoria Park Pool. I have been coming here on and off for over 20 years. The main reason is it's location which is right next to Sydney University and at a pretty big bus junction (City Road and Parramatta Road/Broadway) so it is convenient for dropping in on the way to or from work or Uni. I have never really used the gym though. Here's the downside: I am slightly underwhelmed by the pricing - it just seems a bit over the odds for what I feel should be priced better than the commercial gyms. It is, after all, owned by the City of Sydney. For what it is - a well worn-in public amenity - residents of the area should be offered a discount - just a suggestion. While I was living overseas, they installed lovely sun-lounges that give it a slightly resort-like feel - I wonder if this was the justify the ex-y price of gym + pool subs...? Also, the cafe is pretty average The water is clean (except on super crowded days in the height of heatwaves... my advice would be to stay away on those days). Upside: I can almost always get in 20 - 30 laps (it's Olympic sized - 50m) without being in a crowded lane. In case you're wondering, I swim mainly between 8am and 10am. It can feel like a little oasis in what is otherwise a pretty grungy part of town. It's especially nice to be there on a fine weekday, during school time, when it's quiet and pretty.

Location, location, location. 50-m pool for lap swimming, all day nearly every day of the year, outdoors in Victoria Park in Central Sydney. AUD 6.50, and AUD 2 extra for locker (not returned to you after usage). Swimming experience is optimal. Also swimming / wading area for small children. Unisex showers toilets and changing areas are basic and could use a little renovating, but everything works. Bring your own shampoo.

It's very central and easy to reach..has a good sized pool and a reasonable gym. Prices are very reasonable. Friendly staff, but not much parking space. Aside of this, nothing to complain about. Go to it people.

Hi there, been swimming at vic Park fir 30 years and love it. Only prob is that theft is rife so always use a locker. I went there today and was told lockers not available nor I was I allowed to leave my stuff at reception, which is what has always been the fallback position in the past in these circumstances. You're letting unvaxed ppl into the pool and yet you have made no provision for ppl to secure their belongings. Can you please fix this? Many thx.