Venetian Pool, Historical swimming center in Coral Gables, United States.
Venetian Pool is a swimming center in Coral Gables built on former coral rock quarry land, featuring caves, waterfalls, and stone bridges throughout the grounds. The facility pumps and renews its water supply daily using artesian wells beneath the site.
The site was converted from a coral rock quarry into a swimming center in 1924, designed by architect Phineas Paist in Mediterranean style. This transformation was part of Coral Gables' initial urban development.
The pool has hosted concerts and performances, including shows by the Miami Symphony Orchestra at its floor. This use reveals how the space functioned as more than just a place to swim, becoming a gathering spot for the community.
The pool opens Tuesday through Sunday with hours that change by season. Check ahead if visiting with Coral Gables residents, as they receive different entry rates than outside visitors.
The entire water supply is replaced daily and filtered naturally back into the aquifer through the ground. This system keeps spring water fresh while supporting the local groundwater balance.
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