Need somewhere to cool off this summer? Free public pools, including several Olympic-sized ones, are plentiful in NYC. Follow Red Tricycle’s guide to discover the best choices for splashing around and working on swimming skills with your kids in every borough. From Red Hook, Brooklyn to the Lower East Side in Manhattan, here are eight top outdoor pools where you can beat the heat free of charge.

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-Christine Knight & Julie Seguss

Images courtesy of NYC Parks