Rose Bowl Aquatics Center

Nestled in the Arroyo Seco, this open-air pool lets SGV dwellers cool off without trekking westward. Serious swimmers need not worry about splashing children, and vice versa: The venue houses separate competition and recreation pools. Family swim hours stick to the shallow end, so you'll have to show up during regular business hours for a jump off the high dive or a quiet session in the warm therapy pool. Make a day of it with the stop at the on-site cafe, where you’ll find sandwiches, wraps and salads—we won’t hold you to that whole wait 30 minutes before swimming edict.