Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Boston

Find great playgrounds for your Boston kids, nature trails, hiking in our many area parks, and more outdoor fun in Massachusetts.

From tot lots to brainy playgrounds and of course a bunch of summer splash pads, Boston kids have it made in the shade for places to play outside.

Best Playgrounds and Parks in Boston
Little football fans get a kick out of playing at one of two Patriots-donated playgrounds south of the city. Photo courtesy of the New England Patriots
Patriots, Pirates, Castles: Theme Playgrounds Spark Imaginative Play around Boston
Mattapan's Hunt Almont Playground has tricky ladders, balancing toys, and more. Photo by Ed Wonsek
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Bring out the smiles by visiting Boston's best tot lots and toddler playgrounds. Photo courtesy of the Friends of Ringgold Park, Facebook
Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Boston
Solstice Stones mark the grassy summit of Holt Hill in Ward Reservation.
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Robbins Farm Park's side-by-side slides are a major draw.
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Cool off in summer 2025 at Boston's splash pads and water playgroundsFrog Pond Spray Pool photo courtesy of Boston Parks & Recreation
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The buildings of midtown feel a world away when you're immersed in the Hallett Nature Sanctuary.
Hidden Gem for Families in NYC: Hallett Nature Sanctuary in Central Park
Little ones will appreciate an expedition to this beautiful, off-the-beaten-path enclave.
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Tom Otterness' whimsical sculptures take centerstage at this lower Manhattan park.
Hidden Gem in NYC: Find Whimsical Tom Otterness Sculptures at this NYC Park
This corner of one of our favorite green spaces overflows with whimsical art.
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Come nose-to-nose with the adorable aardvark at the Home for Retired Playground Animals in Queens.
Hidden Gem in NYC: Home for Retired Playground Animals in Flushing Meadows Park
It's hard to resist the nostalgic pull of this Queens hidden gem.
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Rainey Park is fresh off a full renovation that brought new playground equipment and accessible features.
From Swings to Spray Showers: Rainey Park Reopens in Astoria with a Kid-Friendly Makeover
Fresh playground equipment and better greenway access make Rainey Park a winner.
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The water is flowing once again at the LeFrak Center in Brooklyn's Prospect Park, which is reopened under new management.
Prospect Park's LeFrak Center Reopens with New Management and Exciting Upgrades
Brooklyn's beloved all-seasons destination has gotten some needed upgrades.
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Pier 57's rooftop park offers lush landscaping, plenty of seating, and views of the city and sea. Photo courtesy of Pier 57
Four Hidden Gem Parks to Seek Out this Summer with Kids
Go off the beaten path to find these hidden gem green spaces.
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