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Castle Island Playground

📍 D Street / West Broadway, MA

★4.8(52 Google reviews)

A recently updated playground on William J Day Blvd featuring a full ship structure, obstacle course, and age-appropriate equipment. Reviewers confirm it's engaging for kids as young as 3 and suits older children seeking a physical challenge.

✓ ship structure✓ obstacle course✓ waterfront location✓ toddler-friendly✓ new equipment✓ all ages
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★★★★★Featured review by CA E

Fun for all ages.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for toddlers and elementary-age kids drawn to imaginative, physical play. The ship and obstacle course give older children a genuine challenge. Parents with strollers benefit from the nearby paved paths along the water.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Combine the playground with a walk around Fort Independence and the Castle Island loop path.
⏰Parking fills quickly on sunny weekends — arrive early or use the MBTA bus routes that serve Day Blvd.
đŸŽŸī¸Bring snacks; the adjacent concession stand at Sullivan's is a popular post-play stop.

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.8
★★★★★

52 Google reviews

Creative equipment50%
Fun for all ages30%
Great location20%
C

CA E

★★★★★

“Fun for all ages.”

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Andrew Keeley

★★★★★

“A very cool playground with a ship and an obstacle course. My 3 year old loved it. It seems new.”

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Sebastian Maier

★★★★★

“Nice playground for children”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Set along the South Boston waterfront near Fort Independence, this playground centers on a large ship structure and accompanying obstacle course that reviewers call 'very cool.' The equipment appears recently installed and draws praise for its creative design. At 4.8 stars across 50 reviews, it consistently wins over visitors of all ages. The Castle Island area surrounding it adds open green space and waterfront walking paths, making it easy to extend a visit beyond the playground itself.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:30 – 19:00
Tuesday06:30 – 19:00
Wednesday06:30 – 19:00
Thursday06:30 – 19:00
Friday06:30 – 19:00
Saturday06:30 – 19:00
Sunday06:30 – 19:00

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