The world's most photographed ocean pool — twin lanes of impossible blue hanging off the southern end of Bondi Beach, waves crashing over the wall.
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No swimming pool on earth gets photographed like Bondi Icebergs. The twin ocean lanes of the Bondi Icebergs Club have hung off the southern rocks of Bondi Beach since 1929, and every big set that detonates over the pool wall mid-lap produces another shot the internet can’t resist.
Where to shoot from
The elevated classic is from Notts Avenue directly above the pool — wide enough to catch swimmers, wall, and the full sweep of Bondi behind. From the Bondi to Bronte coastal path just south you can compress the pool against the beach with a telephoto. Dawn gives you golden water, empty lanes and swimmers cutting through steam on winter mornings; wait for a solid swell if you want the wave-over-the-wall drama.
Swim it yourself
The pool is open to the public for a modest entry fee (closed Thursdays for cleaning). Fifty metres of ocean-fed lanes, a smaller kids’ pool, and the famous sauna-with-a-view make it more than a photo stop. Continue along the coastal walk for more photography spots, or explore Sydney’s other hidden corners and secret beaches.
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Facilities
Pool entry, sauna, changerooms, gym and the Icebergs Dining Room above; all of Bondi behind
Photography Tips
Shoot from Notts Avenue with a polariser to deepen the pool blue; on 2 m+ swells, time bursts for waves detonating over the wall mid-lap.
Insider Tips
The pool closes Thursdays for cleaning. Swim early to beat crowds; the water is ocean temperature, bracing from June to October.
Getting There
At the southern end of Bondi Beach on Notts Avenue — 380/333 buses from Bondi Junction station, or paid beach parking (fills by 8 am in summer).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone swim at Bondi Icebergs?
Yes — the pool is open to the public for a small entry fee, with lap lanes, a kids' pool, sauna and changerooms. It closes Thursdays for cleaning.
Why is it called Icebergs?
The winter swimming club founded in 1929 required members to swim through winter — earning them the nickname Icebergs.
Where is the best photo spot for Bondi Icebergs?
From Notts Avenue directly above the pool, or from the Bondi–Bronte coastal path with a telephoto. Dawn and big-swell days are prime.
How much does Bondi Icebergs cost?
Casual pool entry is inexpensive (a few dollars); the sauna and gym cost extra, and the restaurant and bar above are separate.
