I think we lost count of how many times we came here for kids birthday parties! We also celebrated…read morekidchella here as well. Each time the little ones are thoroughly entertained! The birthday parties usually start with the indoor play area and expanding the 3 floors with a plethora of toys and entertainment! Then headed outside with tons of free space and multiple playgrounds (for some reason we always end up at the potato sack slide for a million rounds lol). It's an amazing space for no charge (with donation opportunities at times). As with any outdoor space, after dusk the mosquitos feast!

Really good for kids 2 to 7 years I saw a lot of people with their babies. Beautiful place for kids…read moreclean people that work there very friendly.

I was born and raised in Ukraine. Came to America when was already 18 years old..And as you know,…read moresome sweet memories and feeling from the childhood stay with us forever. God gave me and my husband three beautiful daughters and today after going to Ikea, we've decided to find a playground nearby and explore the area a bit (moved here not too long ago) It was not easy to find the parking but finally we did. The weather was beautiful, I put the little one in the stroller and we walked towards this playground. Don't know why, it really doesn't seem like some special place BUT to me it really felt magical. Quite place, parents sitting on benches, kids running around, sun peacefully shining on all of us. It was like a sweet memory from the playground my dad used to take me. We absolutely enjoyed our 30 minutes of swings and slides. The place has a great atmosphere. You should check it out. Maybe you'll feel something sweet too. ;)

Cute little park, not as big as I imagined! Im trying to get to know more parks in my city because…read moretoddlers just love exploring! I would say, it felt veryyyy...Neighborhoody. If that makes sense? Like, possibly, people who come here know one another and live nearby. I prefer somewhat larger parks (we love Weccacoe park) so that eyes aren't all on me; while i make strange, silly sounds pushing my toddler on the swing. Meh, thats just me.

Great place to take kids or walk around on a nice day in Philly! Chinese Lantern festival is so…read morecool, both in day time (free) and night time (around $30 a person). So close to chinatown so you will be near great food options. Patco station right here so it's easy to get to! I love the activities they have to do here

Stopped at Franklin Square during a Big Bus city holiday lights tour to see the PECO Light Show, a…read morelight show synchronized to seasonal music throughout the entire area. The park's carousel is illuminated with festive lights, and seemed to be a hit with the families present. Seasonal treats and warm beverages were available at the on-site SquareBurger, priced as one would expect at a tourist location like this. While the festive decorations and activities are lovely, the park was quite crowded, while we were there. Also, the bathroom trailer was absolutely disgusting, despite a small team of custodial employees on site, so plan on holding it while you're there if you can! All in all, Franklin Square was a pleasant diversion, I wouldn't make a special trip to visit.

My grandson has been going to Markward summer camp for years. He loves this playground. It's well…read moremaintained, well run and a safe place for kids to play. There's a place for tennis, basketball a playground for little ones and a place for the bigger kids too. There's lots of trees, grass, shade and when it's hot there's a sprinkler and a water fountain to cool the kids down. The bathrooms are spotless and your dogs are welcomed.

The playground portion of this larger park is under construction at the moment. My review is more…read moregeared towards the field portion of the Markward Park. I'm in a kickball league that plays at Markward every week. To optimize the space, we play on the grass portions of the field, so two games can happen concurrently. The space is very poorly maintained, so when it comes time to run the bases and determine outs, it's nearly impossible for the players and umpire to see the bases because the grass is so overgrown. There are also large amounts of weeds growing up the fences. While the location of this park and playground is convenient, it does not seem to be cared for at all. Maybe the fields are being neglected because the playground is under construction?

Schuylkill River Park is a nice spot to get some fresh air and has plenty of grassy areas that are…read moreperfect for a picnic. I came here with some friends to have a picnic and watch the sunset, and it was a really nice place for it. You get great views of the Schuylkill River along with the Philly skyline, and the sunset was beautiful from here. There's also a basketball court and easy access to the riverwalk, which is perfect for biking, running, or just taking a walk along the water. Overall, it's a nice little outdoor spot in the city to relax, hang out with friends, or enjoy the views.

Such a cute and well maintained park! Sometimes going to the Squares just isn't the vibe, this park…read moreFEELS like a real park. Lots of benches, picnic tables, a small playground, basketball court, dog park and direct access to the water and river trail. Everything was clean and the park is really well kept!

The review is for adjoining kids playground. Describing a visit in mid January 2021 on a Friday…read moreafternoon. PROS: It's a solid wooden structure. It has nice bridges, slides and labyrinths for various ages. We liked the swings too. There's a dedicated 2-5 yrs play area. It's surrounded by fence for kids safety. CONS: The visual appeal is not well maintained. Paint is faded and chipping away. Many tiles cracked or missing. Sand boxes are nearly empty. Playground needs some face lift. Overall, my daughter enjoyed it

Very nice family park to enjoy with your little ones. I definitely recommend! Check it out!read more

I visited the park for an online date. The park was clean well kept and open for the occasion…read more There were trails picnic tables/areas and play grounds among other activities/attractions. It's served the purpose well and I'd definitely return and recommend the park. Needless to say there wasn't going to be plans for another date (respectfully speaking) but there will definitely be a return to challenge Grove Park!

This park is a must-visit, offering an amazing playground for families and a delightful walking…read moretrail for all to enjoy.

Lots of fun equipment for every age from toddlers to pre-teen.The park was clean and had public…read morerestrooms.

Great park, good vibes, a huge playground if you have kids, and a beautiful trail that encircles…read morethe entire park, and an overall friendly community of people...a lovely park! I have many memories at this park and it will always be my go-to! I grew up at this park since the age of 10! Am now 35! You won't be disappointed, and is also worth the drive if you don't live nearby also!

My three-year-old grandchild LOVES this playground. So many places to climb and explore, and…read moremultiple musical and visual elements to spark creativity and imagination. We've visited on overcast weekdays, so it's never been crowded. Bonus elements: restrooms, free parking, and a covered area with picnic tables.

Great playground with tons to do! My daughter (2) loved it and apparently there are misters when…read morethe weather gets warmer.

What an excellent part of BellaVista! A really nice playground. I love that it is close to the…read moreshade too, so it's not baking in the sun all day. However, the turtles do bask in the sun all day just like real ones. Keep the little ones away from them! You could seriously fry some eggs on those babies! The perk of this park, is the center has bathrooms and a water fountain which is great if you have kids with you. I also like that the greenspace is free of dog excrement. Nothing is worse than playing catch and stepping in it. Ugh. The corner back near fitzwater and 9th is great for picnics and just general laziness unless a soccer game is going on.

This is one of the better courts in Philly. It also has a huge baseball field and a playground…read more The Pros: The court is one of the cleanest. good competition for all levels of play. The Cons: Parking is hard to find and is only up to 2 hours. sometimes no nets on the rim when it rains recently, one court has a huge puddle. The bathroom is not always opened.