Where to cool off with splash pads around Atlanta

If you're looking for a place to take the kids to cool off but don't have time to go swimming, a splash pad may be the perfect compromise.

Why it matters: We're in the midst of summer, and any chance to get some relief from the heat is a welcomed opportunity.

Here's a roundup of splash pads around the metro area:

City of Atlanta-operated splash pads

• Center Hill, Cook, D.H. Stanton, Historic Fourth Ward, Perkerson and Rev. James Orange parks.
• The city's splash pads are free and open from 10 am to 8pm daily through Oct. 2.

Centennial Olympic Park

• The Fountain of Rings at this iconic landmark is another popular choice.

Piedmont Park

• The Legacy Fountain Splash Pad has more than 70 jets that can go as high as 30 feet into the air, according to Piedmont Park Conservancy. It's free to the public.

Dunwoody

• Two Bridges Park is home to the city's first splash pad, which is open from 10 am to 8pm.

Roswell

• The city has one spray ground each at Riverside and East Roswell parks. Each splash pad has varying hours and rates.

Marietta

• The spray ground at Elizabeth Porter Park has daily rates for residents and non-residents. Hours of operation can be viewed on the city's website.

DeKalb

• The splash pad at Exchange Park is open daily. Check the website for rates.

Hapeville

• The city's splash pad at Tom E. Morris Sports Complex opens 10 am to 8pm Tuesday through Sunday.

Sandy Springs

• The splash pad at City Green, which includes a fountain, is free to the public. It's open daily from 9 am to 10pm.

Kennesaw

• Swift-Cantrell Park is home to the city's splash pad, which includes motion sensor-controlled play tools. Admission rates and other details are on the city's website.