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Royal Commonwealth Pool (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Royal Commonwealth Pool?

86%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 86% Kids-Friendly: Kids get soft play, AquaDash and lifeguard-supervised family swims, while parents have café seating and free parking; peak-time queues mean you should pre-book popular slots.

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Reviews4.5/ 5
(from 2,530 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free Parking: Validate at reception for 3 hours of complimentary on-site parking.
  • Accessible Facilities: Pool hoist, lift access and family changing rooms support all needs.

Challenges:

  • Peak-Time Crowds: Weekend and evening slots fill quickly; book early or arrive before opening.
  • Age Restrictions: AquaDash is for ages 6+ and under-8s need one adult per two children.
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What is Royal Commonwealth Pool?

  • A modernist Category A-listed aquatic centre housing three indoor pools: a 50m Olympic-length pool, a teaching pool with an adjustable floor and a diving pool
  • RMJM designed the venue for the 1970 British Commonwealth Games and a 2012 renovation preserved its distinctive concrete-and-glass architecture
  • The facility includes a fully equipped gym, three fitness studios and support amenities within a landmark building overlooking Holyrood Park

What is so special about Royal Commonwealth Pool for with kids?

  1. Let kids climb and slide in the soft-play arena
  2. Splash together in shallow areas with pool toys
  3. Challenge older kids on the AquaDash inflatable course
  4. Relax over child-friendly snacks and drinks
  5. Enjoy free parking and accessible family facilities

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for soft play, a family swim and a café break without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Royal Commonwealth Pool

Clambers Soft Play:

Indoor arena with slides, ball pit and football zone for ages 3+.

Tip: Bring non-slip socks and arrive early to secure space.

Family-Fun Swim Session:

Leisure swim in shallow areas with pool toys during designated times.

Tip: Check the online timetable and pack child floats or noodles.

AquaDash Inflatable Course:

Floating obstacle course for ages 6+ with slides and climbing elements.

Tip: Book off-peak sessions online for lower cost and fewer participants.

Café Refresh Snack:

Child-friendly sandwiches, snacks and hot drinks by the poolside.

Tip: Use free water fountains to refill bottles and save time.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Royal Commonwealth Pool

  1. Pre-Book Sessions: Reserve swim lanes or AquaDash online to guarantee space and off-peak prices.
  2. Pack Extras: Bring towels, goggles and snacks to avoid café queues and extra costs.
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Reviews of Royal Commonwealth Pool

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Silke Salavati

Silke Salavati

Dec 2025

The pool is fine and probably one of the better ones for public swimming in Edinburgh. Still find the custom that you have to take your shoes off outside pretty weird (instead of having the changing rooms set up so there is a 'dry' and a 'wet' side). There are cubicles for changing and showers both at the poolside as well as a few individual cubicles. You can punch your car reg plate in on a table...

Shlok Tekale

Shlok Tekale

Dec 2025

This pool is so amazing for young and old swimmers, inexperienced and experienced. I’ve heard that the Aquadash is really really good too, and is amazing to hold birthday parties at. Every time I’m taking my son to the swimming lessons, I’m seeing a birthday party table with someone!s name on it, suggesting that Aquadash is popular. Their swimming lessons are at a reasonable price with good teachi...

Lucas Mallon

Lucas Mallon

Oct 2025

the commonwealth pool is a very fancy nice place with a well stocked cafe and olympic sized with great aquadash, I've only been there once for a gala event but intend to come back soon it's just really nice

Craig Alexander

Craig Alexander

Sep 2025

I've been using Edinburgh Leisure for many months now under Active Healthy Minds. Really impressed with the facilities and regularly use the saunas and steam rooms which are amazing! Also as Edinburgh Leisure has many sites, I regularly rotate sites meaning I get to meet lots of different people and it's nice to have a change of equipment to mix up my training, particularly as I train 5 hours a da...

Vincent Vernon

Vincent Vernon

Sep 2025

We went there midweek in the daytime and had to cancel our swim as the whole pool was lane swimming only. Very disappointing. Telephone before going to ask how the pool is being used, and if the diving boards are open...

When is the best time to visit Royal Commonwealth Pool (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)?

Summer holidays bring holiday camps—book weeks in advance. Term-time weekday mornings are quieter. Cold or rainy days are perfect for indoor fun.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Family-fun swim (2 adults + 2 kids)GBP 28.98
Clambers soft-play (2 kids)GBP 17
Café snacks & drinksGBP 8
Total EstimatedGBP 53.98

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Royal Commonwealth Pool

Address: Royal Commonwealth Pool, 21 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh EH16 5BB, UK

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About Royal Commonwealth Pool

Opening Hours

Monday:5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday:7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+44 131 458 2100

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