1 / 3Play Hills
📍 Manhattan, NY
Play Hills sits within Washington Square Park in Manhattan, centered on climbing and balancing structures over spongy astroturf. A tucked-away location makes it feel like a discovery.
My kids adore this thoughtfully dynamic playground. It's all about climbing/balancing. I love getting out their energy here. The ground is spongy astroturf. Great spot to have a picnic and play!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for active toddlers through grade-school kids who gravitate toward climbing and balance play. The astroturf surface makes it accessible for very young walkers. Parents who enjoy picnicking will appreciate the seamless access to Washington Square Park's open lawns directly alongside.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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L'Erin
“My kids adore this thoughtfully dynamic playground. It's all about climbing/balancing. I love getting out their energy here. The ground is spongy astroturf. Great spot to have a picnic and play!”
Naksha s
“For ones visiting first time might find it hard to find this play oasis amidst the foggy air of the park! But this is a great spot for kids! My daughter starting walking here first time!”
Lizgodad Gemini
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Overview
Play Hills is a climbing-and-balancing playground set within the southern edge of Washington Square Park. The spongy astroturf ground cover softens falls and makes it suitable for young toddlers — one reviewer's daughter took her first steps here. The equipment focuses on physical challenge rather than passive play, with dynamic structures that reward balance and coordination. The park setting makes it easy to pair with a picnic on the surrounding lawns.
