Pool in Miami and Miami Beach

The 820,000-gallon Venetian Pool,fed by artesian wells, is so special that it's on the National Register of Historic Places. Renovated in 2008, the picturesque pool design and lush landscaping place it head and shoulders above typical public pools, and a snack bar, lockers, showers, and free parking make an afternoon here pleasant and convenient. Children must be at least 38 inches tall or three years old. 2701 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, 33134. 305/460-5306. www.venetianpool.com. $7-$10, free parking across De Soto Blvd. June-July, weekdays 11-7:30, weekends 10-4:30; Aug.-Oct. and Apr.-May, Tues.-Fri. 11-5:30, weekends 10-4:30; Nov.-Mar., Tues.-Sun. 10-4:30.