When the sun is beating down and the humidity is thick there is nothing better than the sweet relief of a clear, cool pool. Remember those long summer days spent at the community pool? We’ve pulled some images to make you nostalgic for sun block and chlorine-scented skin, red-rimmed eyes, toasty skin and tan lines. Having a private pool can seem like the ultimate Florida dream, but luckily there are plenty of public pools in Tampa Bay where children and adults alike can swim.
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For a list of aquatic centers near you check your city’s park and recreation web page. Tampa and St. Petersburg have quite a few facilities available for public swimming.