1 / 2Gifford Playground
đ Northeast Philadelphia, PA
Gifford Playground in Philadelphia's Somerton neighborhood features soft-spray water sprinklers active in summer. Popular with local families, with 355 reviews reflecting consistent community use.
Nice lil park with soft spraying water sprinklers in the summer, just wish people would pick up after themselves and stop leaving trash around for the sake of the kids.
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for local Northeast Philadelphia families with younger children, especially in summer when the water sprinklers are running. Pack a change of clothes for wet play. Help keep the park clean for other families by disposing of trash properly.
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Maria
âNice lil park with soft spraying water sprinklers in the summer, just wish people would pick up after themselves and stop leaving trash around for the sake of the kids.â
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Overview
Gifford Playground on Tomlinson Road is a well-used Northeast Philadelphia community play space with a standout summer feature: soft-spray water sprinklers that keep kids cool during hot months. The park draws regular crowds from surrounding neighborhoods and has a pleasant, local feel. Litter is occasionally an issue â reviewers ask visitors to clean up after themselves to maintain the space for children.







