Geared toward the kiddies, this "splash park" in Audubon Zoo has "jumping water spouts, a huge alligator water slide, a spider monkey soaker, water-spitting snakes, and more." The zoo recently added to its water attractions Gator Run, a 750-feet "lazy river" where you can float past the animals. Admission is $12, $10 for Audubon members, in addition to the zoo ticket. [photo: Audubon Institute]

While no longer clothing-optional, this gay-friendly Bywater spot is still without the stuffy demeanor "country club" suggests. The beautiful cottage has a saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna, bar, restaurant, and a Sunday "Drag Brunch." Admission is $10 Monday through Friday, $15 on weekends and $8 after 5 p.m. daily. [photo: The Country Club]

The hotel hosts pool events like "Dive-In" movies nights, where attendees can swim while taking in a movie on the big screen. The hotel will host similar events through the summer; check the hotel's event page for details. [photo: W French Quarter

This indoor pool in the rec center at Joe Brown Memorial Park in New Orleans East is open year-round, seven days a week and is operated by the New Orleans Recreation Department. [photo: Friends of Joe Brown Park

Also known as the Audubon Pool (it's across the street from Audubon Park), this pool is operated by the New Orleans Recreation Department. From June-September it's open seven days a week and swimming lessons and adult water aerobic classes are available. [photo: Audubon Institute

This New Orleans Recreation Department-run swimming pool has swimming lessons for children and adults, a "learn to lifeguard" program, and water aerobics. [photo: Lyons Center]