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Joe DiMaggio Playground Park

πŸ“ North Beach, CA

β˜…4.7(548 Google reviews)

Joe DiMaggio Playground in North Beach features kids' play structures and athletic courts. Rated 4.7 from nearly 550 reviews, it draws local families and visitors exploring the neighborhood.

βœ“ North Beachβœ“ kids playgroundβœ“ basketball courtsβœ“ neighborhood hubβœ“ walkableβœ“ family outing
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Great playground in the heart of North Beach!

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids of mixed ages β€” younger children use the play structures, older kids gravitate toward the sports courts. Visitors staying in or exploring North Beach can easily fold this into a walking day. The park is open and central, so it works for both a quick stop and a longer hangout.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Combine the visit with Washington Square Park, just two blocks away, for extra green space
⏰The park is busiest on weekend afternoons β€” weekday mornings are quieter for younger kids
🎟️Street parking on Lombard is competitive; consider walking from public transit on Columbus Ave

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.7
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548 Google reviews

Kids love the play structures45%
Great neighborhood location30%
Athletic facilities for older kids25%
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Dimitri Souffan

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β€œGreat playground in the heart of North Beach!”

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Jesus Galaz-Montoya

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β€œNice little city park for athletics”

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Ian Jefferson

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β€œKids love it”

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Jure Antunović

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β€œNice and quaint.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Named after the North Beach native, Joe DiMaggio Playground at 651 Lombard St is a central community hub in one of San Francisco's most walkable neighborhoods. The park combines a solid kids' playground with athletic facilities including basketball courts, making it versatile for different ages. Its location puts it steps from Washington Square Park and the cafes of Columbus Avenue, so it fits naturally into a broader North Beach day.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday06:00 – 22:00
Tuesday06:00 – 22:00
Wednesday06:00 – 22:00
Thursday06:00 – 22:00
Friday06:00 – 22:00
Saturday06:00 – 22:00
Sunday06:00 – 22:00

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