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Chelsea Waterside

📍 Manhattan, NY

★4.6(792 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

Hudson River waterfront playground featuring two splash zones, climbing structures, sandboxes, and swings. Adjacent soccer field, volleyball, and basketball courts extend the visit. Best in summer.

✓ Dual splash zones✓ Climbing structures✓ Sandbox play✓ Waterfront setting✓ Adjacent sports fields✓ Toddler accessible
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★★★★★Featured review by Jannina Marie Galarza-Londono

Amazing water splash park, with great sandpits, incredible climbing structures and two splash zones. My 2 and 3 year olds had an incredible time and there's plenty of space for younger children and older children alike. Right next two dog parks, a large soccer field and tennis courts.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children from toddler age through early school years during summer months. The dual splash zones are the main draw and work well for mixed-age groups. A steep step down to the sandbox and slippery water surrounds require close supervision for the youngest visitors.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Water shoes or non-slip footwear help around the splash zone surfaces
⏰A steep step leads down to the sandbox — worth knowing for toddlers
đŸŽŸī¸Adjacent dog parks and sports fields allow the whole family to spread out
🚗The pier walk adds a scenic element to the visit

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

792 Google reviews

Water splash features40%
Good for multiple ages30%
Climbing and play equipment20%
Scenic waterfront location10%
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Jannina Marie Galarza-Londono

8 months ago

★★★★★

“Amazing water splash park, with great sandpits, incredible climbing structures and two splash zones. My 2 and 3 year olds had an incredible time and there's plenty of space for younger children and older children alike. Right next two dog parks, a large soccer field and tennis courts.”

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John L

2 years ago

★★★★★

“A very nice park with many recreational activities like kids slides, soccer, volleyball and basketball. Downside is its a bit of a walk down to the pier. But you will definitely have lots of fun down here with your friends and family.”

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M R

a year ago

★★★★★

“Really nice playground. My 14 month old had plenty to keep her occupied, water on both sides, sandbox, she had a blast. The slide and climbing stuff also looked really fun. Can't wait for her to be old enough to do those.”

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Delphine Ettinger (Ashes57)

2 years ago

★★★★★

“My kids( 6 and 3)love this playground during summer time. It is a little more challenging for them. They can run around, climb a little and play in the sprinklers . It is a lot of fun. And the flowers smell amazing.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Chelsea Waterside sits on a Hudson River pier with two distinct water splash zones, climbing structures, sandbox areas, and swings. The surrounding park includes a soccer field, volleyball, and basketball courts. The playground suits a wide age range — from toddlers in the splash zones to older kids on the climbing equipment. Water features and adjacent flower plantings make it a sensory-rich environment.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:00 – 23:00
Tuesday06:00 – 23:00
Wednesday06:00 – 23:00
Thursday06:00 – 23:00
Friday06:00 – 23:00
Saturday06:00 – 23:00
Sunday06:00 – 23:00

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