Rarely does an adult use the word "epic" to describe a playground, and I'm not even sure if that's…read morethe thing a parent most hopes to find in a playground, but it's the word that comes to mind. It is in the middle of Dolores Park, a simple but breathtaking park in one of my favorite neighborhoods in one of my favorite cities, and it takes a cue from the local topography. There are giant hills for toddlers to try to clamber or climb, as well as stairs and a couple of gigantic slides. There is a deep sand pit, there are shallower slides, steps, ridges, and a lot of different ways to move around here. Even thinking about this playground four days later I am struck by its beauty, supplemented by the steep background of the city. If I had any complaint, it might be that the playground has too many wonderful things in one place. Good luck keeping your small child from going down those immense slides, which will lure him up the many many stairs like an attractive nuisance. Dolores Park is also full of romping dogs, another distraction in my son's case, but it was fortunate to have something distracting him from the tallest slide.

This playground is awesome. It's designed for all ages of kids. Everything is clean and well…read moremaintained. The big rubber ground is safe.

This is one of my factories parks and playgrounds in the city. We found this place randomly because…read moreI ordered from Tadu Ethiopian restaurant for takeout and parked right next to this park. While we were waiting for food, we came here and my daughter got to play. This playground is incredible. It has a small play set on one side for toddlers and on the another side was for the older kids. The playground had a foam like ground which made it safe in my opinion. The playground is big enough to spread out and there is a sign with a capacity limit even though technically there is no one there to enforce it. Everyone still follows the rules I'd say. The play ground is very cool and has something that every kid would like . We can't wait to come to this park every time .

We visited Mission Bay Children's Park, one of the most popular family playgrounds in San…read moreFrancisco! ‍‍‍ The park has many fun play structures for kids including slides, swings, climbing nets, sandbox and water play areas, and balance equipment. The ground is soft rubber flooring, which makes it safer for children to run and play. The park is surrounded by modern buildings and open spaces, making it a beautiful place for photos and family outings . Many families bring their kids here to play and burn off energy. Pros * Modern playground equipment * Suitable for different age groups * Sandbox and water play area * Clean and spacious environment Cons * No restroom available in the park * Parking can be difficult during busy hours Still a great place to bring kids if you are visiting the Mission Bay area! Long Bridge St, San Francisco, CA

Came here last week on a beautiful day and it was super nice outside there were plenty of people…read moreenjoying the sun. Lots of children activities and open spaces for dogs and animals to play and run

Cute park in the southern part of Golden Gate Park. The slides were my kids' favorite part, and I…read morewas relieved that they had extra cardboard for all kids to use. The playground changed from when I was a kid, but the cement slides in the hillside are still there. The kids loved the antique German carousel, and I loved that it was very reasonably priced to buy tickets.

Super fun and interactive playground, one slide, and many water activities. Walk across the side…read morewalk and road to the most beautiful kid friendly beach. Such a fun location!

This is probably one of the best playgrounds in SF…read more After my sons doctors appointment we decided to go to a playground in the area and this one of the closest and highest rated in the area, so we popped on in. We also had his behavioral therapist with us and she spoke highly of this playground. They have a tiny area for smaller kids under 5 which includes a sandbox with toys folks in the area "donated" or left behind. My little boy was in love with the sandbox area. There's another huge play structure for bigger kids and lots of benches and shaded areas for parents and nannies to hang out and unwind while the kids play in the area. Bigger kids can also play in the basketball court. What's neat about this playground is that there are tons of toys such as bikes, balance bikes, toy structures that parents either left behind or donated. My little boy loved playing with some of those toys. There's also a multi purpose room that you can probably rent out for birthday parties etc. As well as a decent bathroom for folks to use while they're in the playground. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. It's a wonderful playground. The only negative is that it can get pretty crowded and sometimes parking is difficult but overall definitely a great place to visit.

Beautiful park by some of the most iconic places in San Francisco. Close by to Grace Cathedral,…read moreFairmont Hotel, the Mark Hopkins Hotel, and the Huntington Hotel. Thus, this park is meticulously manicured and decorated year round, especially stunning during the holidays with decorative lights. Right in the center of the park, there's a fountain here replicated after the Fontana delle Tartarughe (Fountain of the Turtles) in Rome. With how it's laid out, it's picturesque and very popular with locals and visitors. On the side, there's a playground for kids. I remember coming here for Easter egg hunts when I was younger. Now, I bring my pup here occasionally for photos. Located in the middle flanked by 4 streets: California St, Taylor St, Sacramento St, and Cushman St and is reachable by car or via public transportation like the #1 California bus and the cable car - California line. If you choose to walk, you will need to hike up/ or down the hills depending on which directions you are coming from.

Small park next to Grace Cathedral makes me feel like I am in Europe. The park has water…read morefountains, they are beautiful, there are some homeless people that make the park look different.

First time coming here and it's a great place to visit! There's grass so you can have a picnic…read more There's food trucks so you can grab a bite! The scenery is beautiful, you can see the Golden Gate Bridge! There's playgrounds for the children. Presidio field station for children's entertainment & learning. Gender neutral bathrooms. A lot of people. A lot of parking spots, but hard to find an open one, lol. There's a Walt Disney museum that I want to explore next time. It's a fairly big place with a lot to do! Nice walking distance to all activities.

With views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the rest of the city, it's easy to see why you'd want to…read morespend some time here. The Presidio is such a cool part of SF, and this is a great spot to slow down, enjoy the scenery, and catch up with friends or family. The East Meadow is also near the recently opened Mess Hall, which makes it a convenient location if you're planning to spend a little more time in the area. You can keep things simple and just hang out, or plan ahead for a gathering. There are picnic tables available to rent, and you can even reserve part or all of the East Meadow! Definitely something to keep in mind if you're looking for an outdoor spot to bring a group together. What I like about this area is that the setting itself is such a big part of the experience. You have space to gather and those classic San Francisco views right around you. Whether you're planning a picnic or just looking for somewhere to enjoy an afternoon, the East Meadow is worth checking out!

Pretty large area play structure for kids, spacious to spread out…read more 3 small picnic tables next to the kiddie structure Bathroom on site Tennis courts

I'm so jealous that my niece has this awesome park to hang out at. I wish growing up in the city we…read morehad really cool parks like George Christopher's. The park is soooo clean and this was a huge one for me. Who doesn't love a well maintained park?! The play structures are all designed really well with slides that looked like a hollowed log, wood stairs, rock climbing fixtures and more. This park often gets crowded and I understand why. My niece loves this park, she can easily kill 2 hours running around - going from the big structure to the little structure. The park also has a baseball field and picnic areas. Street parking only and a short walk to the main play area from the sidewalk.

Another great park I've taken my kids to play. I love that it has a huge climbing structure and it…read morehas awesome views of the city. parking is along the street, so it can get busy at times.

This is a wonderful Park ! It has soft playing surfaces and many slides for all needs. The view…read moreis so beautiful from up there.

What an incredible place for our two-year-old daughter to play. The playground was clean,…read morepopulated, and safe. The greater park sits on top of a hill so it's a bit of a hike but well worth the walk. The surrounding architecture is beautiful and the views are really great. Pacific Heights is generally such a pleasant neighborhood anyway. I highly recommend bringing your little ones to play here. Conveniently, there is a public restroom right alongside the playground as well as drinking fountains.

Really fun, spacious playground in a beautiful park! The…read moreplayground is situated in the middle of the park, so parents get to enjoy lovely views of the park and views of the city as well. The playground has a huge big kids structure, a smaller tot structure, swings, a rocky/climbing structure in the middle, and a water pump feature. Definitely enough to entertain the kiddos for a while. The entire playground is fenced in. Bathrooms are just next to the playground and are currently open, but there wasn't any soap. Picnic tables right next to the playground, as well as grassy fields great for picnicing as well!

We absolutely love this place for the whole family. My son enjoys the Carousel, the sand play area…read moreand of course the slides tucked in the back! There are plenty of parking nearby and the place is fairly accessible. There are restrooms nearby and the coffee kiosk. Also adjacent to the giant meadow if you're into frisbee, drum circle or flying a kite.

The cement slides are the best! Toss a tiny bit of sand onto the slide, throw down a piece of…read morecardboard, hop on & and slide away! Bring your own cardboard in case there's nothing left or what is left is worn too thin to use. Walk out of the park and right onto Haight Street for another awesome San Francisco experience and check out SF's legendary Amoeba Music. Maybe pick up some vintage vinyl or walk up a block and grab a slice of pie at Escape to New York Pizza-- the potato-pesto is to die for! One your belly is full and your mind is free to wander, check out the many other eclectic shops that Haight Street has to offer! As a life long local, this is still one of my favorite ways to spend the day. Cheers!