Hong Kong may evoke shopping or dim sum, but swimming pools likely won’t spring to mind immediately. Yet Hong Kong is home to numerous breathtaking pools – from world’s highest pool and natural infinity pond on a mountainside to beautiful lagoon pools that provide relief during its intense summer heatwave. Even during these humid summer months, these swimming pools provide residents and visitors alike a much-needed respite.
Hong Kong boasts many public swimming pools, but there are also luxurious hotel swimming pools with panoramic views of its skyline. One such example is Four Seasons Infinity Pool’s impressive view of Victoria Harbour and Kowloon as well as two separate pools (one being heated lap pool) and jacuzzi for guest use – they can even enjoy music being piped through underwater speakers while swimming!
As temperatures heat up during the summer months, pools provide residents of all ages and backgrounds a respite from humidity by meeting up with friends and escaping to a refreshing oasis. They’re also an excellent place to work out and socialise – perfect for children to splash around while making new acquaintances and burning off excess energy! For anyone considering moving to Hong Kong, you should definitely factor in whether there are public pools nearby when selecting where to live; most developments with multiple towers typically provide access to public pools while single tower developments might only offer access to outdoor pools – not suitable for swimming laps!
Public pools in Singapore are managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), making them accessible to everyone. There are both indoor and outdoor pools available for public use; some offer facilities like slides, diving boards, or water sports activities. Many indoor pools may also host sporting events or other special events so please refer to their websites before visiting one.
Public pools offer great value at just $19 for an hour-long session; however, their popularity often means there is a wait-list at the most sought-after ones. If you plan on visiting any public pool during your visit, try getting there as early as possible or during weekday morning hours to avoid long wait times and maximize enjoyment.
Though Hong Kong offers several public swimming spots that are free to the public, most are paid for by the government and may not be as clean or well maintained as desired. Furthermore, visitors from mainland China should keep in mind that water quality standards may differ considerably when visiting public pools there.