Top 10 Indoor Pools and Water Parks in Indianapolis

Dive into year-round aquatic fun with our guide to the Top 10 Indoor Pools and Water Parks in Indianapolis! Whether you’re looking to make a splash, swim laps, or simply unwind in a tropical oasis, Indianapolis has a variety of watery adventures waiting indoors.

Swimming is the perfect activity for any season, especially as a treat in the wintertime. Luckily, the Indy area has tons of indoor pools and aquatic centers with amenities like zero-depth entry and waterslides. Many locations offer open swim only at designated times, so always check the posted schedule (or call) before you go. Don’t forget your flip-flops!

Update note: Hours, pricing, and operating details for the venues below were verified from official sources on Dec. 15, 2025.

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Indoor Pools in Indianapolis:

Note: Hours and pricing are subject to change. We strongly recommend calling ahead or checking the facility’s live calendar before heading out.

1. Monon Community Center

• Address: 1235 Central Park Dr E, Carmel, IN 46032
• Indoor aquatics hours (winter): Hours vary by day and season. Please check the current schedule here.
• Features: Indoor lap pool, activity/adventure pool, and water slides.
• Cost: Free for members; Nonmember Day Pass $15 youth (ages 3–15) / $18 adults (ages 16–64) / $15 seniors (65+). (Carmel residents receive a $3 day pass discount with ID; confirm on the Membership & Passes page.)

2. Carmel Swim Academy

• Address: 830 City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032
• Phone: (317) 669-6480
• Hours: Community swim times vary by day and session. Check the Community Swim page/calendar before you go.
• Features: Offers community open swim and lap swim options.
• Cost: $5 per visit for lap swim/open swim, or $15/month for access (confirm current options on the Community Swim page before visiting).

3. Goldfish Swim School: Carmel, Fishers, Greenwood

• Addresses: Carmel: 271 Merchants Square Dr, Suite A110, Carmel, IN 46032; Fishers: 11581 Geist Pavilion Dr, Suite 114, Fishers, IN; Greenwood: 1675 W Smith Valley Rd, Greenwood, IN 46142
• Family Swim hours:
  • Carmel: Tue & Wed 12:00–1:00 PM; Fri 1:00–2:00 PM and 7:00–8:00 PM
  • Fishers: Tue 12:00–1:00 PM; Fri 12:00–1:00 PM and 6:30–7:30 PM; Sun 4:00–5:00 PM
  • Greenwood: Tue 12:00–1:00 PM; Fri 6:30–8:00 PM

  (Schedules can change, so confirm current Family Swim times on each location’s website before you go.)

• Features: Warm, shiver-free 90° pool with viewing area; great for practicing skills and warming up in winter.
• Cost: $10 per person or $30 max per family (Family Swim may be free for members). Some locations may require registration prior to attending—check the location page before visiting.

4. Stony Creek Swim Center

• Addresses: 15550 Stony Creek Way, Noblesville; 10601 Cumberland Rd, Fishers; 1463 Queensborough Dr, Carmel
• Phone: (317) 773-7399
• Hours: Program-based (lessons/clinics). Not a traditional “walk-in open swim” facility.
• Features: Swim lessons starting young; options for older beginners and adults.
• Cost: Varies by program (see official site for current registration)

5. Splash Island (Plainfield Recreation & Aquatic Center – Indoor Pool)

• Address: 651 Vestal Rd, Plainfield, IN
• Hours: Open swim / lap swim blocks vary by season. Check the current Indoor Pool Schedule and/or the Town of Plainfield facility page before you go.
• Features: Indoor pool with slide + play features; also offers lap swim and classes.
• Cost:
  • Residents: Adult (18–54) $12; Youth (5–17) $10; Preschool (2–4) $9; Senior (55+) $10; Spectator $5
  • Nonresidents: Adult (18–54) $17; Youth (5–17) $14; Preschool (2–4) $13; Senior (55+) $14; Spectator $6
  • Children 1 and under: No charge

6. Zionsville Aquatics Center

• Address: 1000 Mulberry St, Zionsville, IN
• Hours: Open swim times vary; check the center’s calendar.
• Features: Multiple pools including lap pool and family/open swim opportunities.
• Cost: $7.50 daily pass per swimmer; memberships and punch passes also available.

Indy Parks and Recreation Indoor Pools:

Note: Indy Parks pool hours can be impacted by staffing. We highly recommend verifying open hours by calling the specific park center before visiting.

7. George Washington Community School Pool

• Address: 2215 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN
• Phone: 317-460-1612
• Open Swim: Open swim is offered during scheduled hours (varies). Check Indy Parks aquatics programming for current times.
• Cost: Pool admission fee: youth/senior $5, adult $6

8. Thatcher Park

• Address: 4649 W Vermont St, Indianapolis, IN
• Phone: (317) 327-7393
• Open Swim: Mon–Fri 4:00–7:30 PM; Sat 12:00–4:00 PM; Sun 1:00–4:00 PM
• Cost: Pool admission fee: youth/senior $5, adult $6

9. Krannert Park Family Center 

• Address: 605 S High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN
• Phone: 317-327-7375
• Open Swim: Mon–Thus 4:15–6:15 PM; Friday 4:15pm-7:15pm; Sat 12:00–3:30 PM
• Family SplashA family swim time designed for parents/caregivers and kids. Max capacity: 30 (zero-depth pool).
  Tue & Thu: 11:00 AM–1:00 PMS
• Sensory Swim A lower-stimulus swim time. Max capacity: 30 (zero-depth pool).Tue & Thu: 9:30–10:30 AM

  Cost: Pool admission fee: youth/senior $5, adult $6

10. Indy Island Aquatic Center (Indy Parks)

• Address: 8300 E Raymond St, Indianapolis, IN 46239
• Phone: 317-862-6876
• Hours: School-year open swim hours are typically Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM and Sun 12:00–6:00 PM, but verify before driving.
• Features: Zero-depth leisure pool, playhouse spray features, and a large slide (48″ height minimum), plus a separate lap pool area (availability varies).
• Cost: $6 for adults; $5 for children under 18; children 2 & under free

Bonus: Worth the Drive Indoor Water Park

Big Splash Adventure

Big Splash Adventure in French Lick is a 40,000-square-foot indoor water park attached to a hotel resort. Overnight guests receive water park passes with select room packages, and a limited number of day passes are offered for non-hotel guests (pre-purchase is recommended).

• Address: 8505 W State Rd 56, French Lick, IN 47432
• Phone: 812-936-3866
• Hours: Vary by date; check the operating calendar before you go (note: French Lick is on Eastern Time).
• Day pass cost: Above 46″: $29.95; Below 46″: $24.95; Seniors 60+: $24.95; Ages 2 & under: FREE. Day passes are limited and must be purchased online to guarantee admission.