Takoma Aquatic Center
Takoma Aquatic Center is a public indoor swimming facility at 300 Van Buren St NW in Takoma, upper Northwest DC, run by DC Parks and Recreation. Google describes one lap pool and one leisure pool, with classes from kids to seniors. It has a 4.4-star Google rating across 317 reviews.
Reviewers describe a large, clean pool, attentive lifeguards, roomy locker rooms with electronic keypad lockers, and a separate children's area. One reviewer notes that a DPR membership gets you in free, otherwise you buy a day pass, and that swimming in the deep end requires a swim test. Complaints include the kiddie pool being drained on some visits, worn children's life jackets, an early closing, and broken fitness equipment. A Google highlight describes it as a short walk from the Metro.
Google lists hours of 6 AM–9 PM Monday through Friday and 10 AM–5 PM Saturday and Sunday. It lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
300 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC 20012
dpr.dc.gov/page/takoma-aquatic-center
- Monday: 6 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday: 6 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday: 6 AM–9 PM
- Thursday: 6 AM–9 PM
- Friday: 6 AM–9 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM
Good to know
What are Takoma Aquatic Center's hours?
Monday–Friday 6 AM–9 PM, Saturday–Sunday 10 AM–5 PM (per Google, October 2026).
Is Takoma Aquatic Center free?
A reviewer says it is free with a DC DPR membership; otherwise you can buy a day pass, with several pass options.
Do I need a swim test at Takoma Aquatic Center?
According to a reviewer, a swim test is required to use the deep end.
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Description written from public review evidence; verify details directly with the business.