Drexel University Recreation Center
Drexel University Recreation Center is a public swimming pool in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
| Address | 3301 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA |
| Rating | 4.5★ (368 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (215) 571-3777 |
| Type | public |
Best for: ["lap swimmers", "fitness swimmers", "year-round swimming", "casual recreation"]
About Drexel University Recreation Center
If you're in Philadelphia and looking for a pool, the Drexel University Recreation Center is one to check out. It's a public pool, which is good for general access. They get a 4.5 star rating from over 360 reviews on Google. That's a solid score, so people generally like it. Their hours are pretty extensive; they're open until 11 PM most weekdays, and even on weekends, they're open late. It's in a big city, Philadelphia has over 1.6 million people, so I imagine it gets a fair bit of traffic. Honestly, the long hours make it stand out, especially if you're trying to fit in a swim before or after work or school.
What are Drexel University Recreation Center's hours?
Drexel University Recreation Center posts these weekly hours. Call ahead to confirm holiday and seasonal changes.
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What are the operating hours for the Drexel University Rec Center pool?
They're open most weekdays from 6 AM to 11 PM. On Fridays, they close at 10 PM. Saturdays are 8 AM to 10 PM, and Sundays are 10 AM to 10 PM. I'd call ahead to (215) 571-3777 just to confirm any schedule changes.
Are there other public pools in Philadelphia besides Drexel University's?
Philadelphia is a large city with a decent amount of public facilities. If Drexel's pool doesn't quite fit, I'd suggest checking the Philadelphia Parks & Recreation website. They usually list all the city-run pools and their availability.
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