Wales is home to a plethora of fantastic water parks, lidos and swimming pools that will surely be a Godsend when the weather gets hot this summer and little ones want to take a dip and cool-off. As well as several pools and waterparks in Cardiff and Swansea , there's many others just a short drive away from either city, and a handful that are a slightly-longer drive away but well worth the effort to visit. Some feature slides and diving boards and some are home to fun attractions to keep little ones entertained, whilst others are a bit more basic: centred around a swimming pool for 'proper' swimming.
But no matter what kind of waterpark, lido or pool you visit, you're sure to have a great time and will make loads of lovely memories. Scroll down for our top picks of the best swimming pools, lidos and water parks within an hour from Cardiff or Swansea. READ MORE: 'I thought itch was a bite, doctors said I might have a year to live' READ NEXT: 'I ate at a pub in a tiny village hidden down country lanes' Aqua Park Cardiff Get ready for a thrilling family adventure at Cardiff Bay's Aqua Park.
This inflatable water park, set against the stunning backdrop of the bay, offers an array of fun-filled obstacles including climbing walls, trampolines, slides and monkey bars and is suitable for small and large groups. The 2024 season began on June 8 and is expected to run until September 15, business-owners say. In June, the Park is open from Tuesdays to Sundays and from July 3, the Park w.
