Veterans Memorial Pool in Cambridge

Nice but they close often and can't reach them by phone. Closed for the 2024 season as of 8/18

The Negative: Changing areas are outdated, in horrible condition, shower curtains have mold on them, floors are very rusty and also moldy. Girls bathroom smell and not cleaned, very nasty. Pools are evacuated every hour or so but I don’t understand the purpose when all life guards go in doors, pool is not cleaned. The Positive… Many Lifeguards on duty and are very attentive.. With all the money that tax payers dish out these public pools should be in much better condition. It’s a shame when you have to take your child to use the bathroom and you rather leave before allowing your child to touch any parts of the restroom.. PLEASE DO BETTER!

Free public pool with decent shower rooms. Friendly staff. The deepest part is 5 feet. Great experience overall.

Yesterday was my first day coming to the pool for about three years and I love it so much. It’s very clean, really big, and you get a really nice view of a pond or lake (I’m not sure what it is) the pool is also free, so don’t worry about bringing any money.

Very nice pool, clean and perfect for a very sunny day.

Clean and lovely pool right on the Charles River! What more could you want?? I go every chance I can get!

My family and I waited in line for an hour because it was too crowded and nobody was answering the phone, there was nobody at the desk, and the door was locked. Then I caught the door and talked to a kid at the front desk that said they weren't letting people in for another 2 hours, and he didn't even let anybody know. We decided to get out of line to leave, and while we were getting on our bikes, they let everyone in after all! After being in the pool for only 30 minutes, they told us to leave so more people could come in. I gave this 2 stars because the pool is nice but the service is terrible. They need to hire more competent people!

The pool itself is very nice; clean and big with a nice view of the canal. The entrance is pretty scruffy though and there’s no shade around the pool so remember sunblock and/or something to cover for the sun. There’s a Trader Joe and Starbuck right across the street which is a plus.