Summer might not have fully reared its head in London yet, but there's no better way to seize a rare sunny day in the city than with a splash in one of London's many lidos or swimming pools. We've got the scoop on where to find the best spots for a refreshing dip, whether you're a local or just visiting . Indoor pools are great year-round, but there's something undeniably appealing about a lido on a scorching summer day.
It's like a mini-holiday - sunbathing and swimming under the open sky. And don't fret if the British weather does its thing some of London's lidos are heated, ensuring your swim is enjoyable rather than an exercise in endurance. At MyLondon, we have taken the plunge and ranked some of our favourite London lidos from the best of the best to those that might need a bit more love, all based on Google reviews.
From the urban oasis at London Royal Docks to the popular Brockwell Lido, we're here to guide you through. READ MORE: Tooting Bec Lido reopens after £4m revamp with hundreds of free tickets every day this summer Topping our list is the London Royal Docks. You'll find it at Dock Rd, London E16 1AH, boasting a stellar 4.
7-star rating from 514 Google reviews. One visitor raved, "Discovered this venue last year and what a find, if you fancy trying open water swimming this is a fantastic place to try it. Super helpful staff and incredibly friendly venue in general.
" A swim here will set you back £9.50 , and you'll need to sign up to NOWCA to book swims. Nestle.
