Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide | MommyPoppins

Best Brooklyn Splash Pads and Water Playgrounds for Summer Fun

Let the kids cool off in Brooklyn's best sprinklers, fountains, and splash pads.READ MORE

11 Queens Water Playgrounds and Sprinkler Parks

Beat the summer heat at these cool Queens water playgrounds where kids can get drenched.READ MORE

Bronx Water Playgrounds and Sprinklers to Cool Off the Kids

Find relief from summer's heat at these water playgrounds in the Bronx.READ MORE

10 Play Fountains Where NYC Kids Can Get Totally Soaked

Kids can splash, wade around, and get wet at these fountains around the city.READ MORE

Best Water Parks for Toddlers Near NYC

Smaller waves and slides make these parks just right for tots.READ MORE

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NYC Beaches, Pools, and Water Parks Guide

Water parks, swimming pools, sprinklers and beaches—there are lots of ways to cool off in New York...READ MORE

Destination Playground: Hippo Playground on the Upper West Side

Hippo Playground is a beloved community home base for the Upper West Side, with action and fun all...READ MORE

Things to Do in Fort Tryon Park & Fort Washington Park with Kids

Discover over 200 acres of family fun at Fort Tryon and Fort Washington Parks.READ MORE

Gertrude Ederle Playground Opens in NYC on Upper West Side

This $5 million brand-new facility works well for all ages.READ MORE

Destination Playground: Harlem's Riverbank State Park

Harlem's very own state park is home to the coolest carousel in town, plus pools, skating, and...READ MORE

Destination Playground: Central Park's Heckscher Playground

This Central Park standby is ideal for little and big kids alike.READ MORE

Carl Schurz Park with NYC Kids: Things to Do in the Upper East Side Park

Its rolling hills, playground, dog parks, and lovely promenade make this UES park a gem.READ MORE

Destination Playground: Pier 25 Playground Is Action-Packed for Kids of All Ages

Giant sprinklers, water views, a huge sandbox, and swings galore: Put Pier 25 on your must-visit...READ MORE

Destination Playground: Hester Street Playground Is a Play Oasis in Chinatown

Swings, climbers, sand, spray: There's something for every age at this popular Chinatown playground.READ MORE

NYC Destination Playground: The Imagination Playground

The groundbreaking play space helps kids build, climb, splash, and create their own adventures.READ MORE

Best Toddler Playgrounds in Lower Manhattan

Your climbing, digging, sliding, sprinkler-obsessed toddler will love these tot lots.READ MORE

NYC Destination Playground: Nelson A. Rockefeller Park Has It All

Little and big kids alike will be entertained for hours.READ MORE

Brooklyn Bridge Park: 35 Top Things to Do with Kids

Brooklyn's waterfront wonderland is filled with family-friendly amenities and programming.READ MORE

Our Favorite Toddler Playgrounds in Brooklyn

Check out the best playgrounds for tots in Brooklyn. READ MORE

Best Playgrounds in Brooklyn's Prospect Park (Ranked!)

Which ones offer the most bang for the buck? We ranked them!READ MORE

Best Brooklyn Bridge Park Playgrounds (Ranked!)

Brooklyn Bridge Park boasts some of NYC's best playgrounds, like Swing Valley and the city's...READ MORE

Domino Park and Playground Get Ready to Open in Williamsburg

The park includes an all-ages inventive playground and water spray feature.READ MORE

Brooklyn Playgrounds Cool Enough for Your Big Kids

When your little ones aren't so little anymore, it's time to seek out bigger playthings.READ MORE

Best NYC Playgrounds for Children with Special Needs

Kids of all ages and abilities will love these top picks for accessible playgrounds in NYC.READ MORE

NYC Playgrounds With Shade: Play It Cool at These Shady Parks in NYC

Cool off under a flower-covered trellis, a line of evergreens, or large shade trees at these...READ MORE

Best Destination Sandboxes at Local Parks for NYC Kids

These mom-approved sandboxes are sure to keep your tot (and even the big kids) entertained for...READ MORE

Adventure Playground on Gov. Island Debuts 2018 Schedule and Name

Everything you need to know about NYC's only adventure playground in 2018.READ MORE

Outdoor Adventure Parks Near NYC With Kid-Friendly Zip Lines & Ropes Courses

Release your inner daredevil (safely) with the kids at these treetop-skimming parks.READ MORE

Best Carousels in NYC: 13 Merry-Go-Rounds City Kids Love

Take a spin on one of these carousels located in the five boroughs.READ MORE

The Best Playgrounds in Queens

There's a playground for everyone in Queens, from a modern ropes web to an kid-sized Ferris wheel.READ MORE

25 Things to Do With Kids in Flushing Meadows Corona Park

The Central Park of Queens is NYC kid heaven, with a zoo, garden, rides, museums, and playgrounds...READ MORE

10 Things to Do with Kids at the Long Island City Waterfront

We’ve rounded up the best ways to enjoy LIC's waterfront, including playgrounds, sprinklers, and...READ MORE

New Water Playground Coming to Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Queens (and NYC!) families will soon have a new spot to cool down.READ MORE

Socrates Sculpture Park: A Hidden (and Free) Gem in Queens

Free and open year-round for views, public art, and family events, Socrates is a must-visit.READ MORE

11 Queens Water Playgrounds and Sprinkler Parks

Beat the summer heat at these cool Queens water playgrounds where kids can get drenched.READ MORE

Things to Do in Bronx Park with Kids: Playgrounds, Zoo, Gardens, Skate Park

From peaceful bike paths to the celebrated Bronx Zoo, you'll find plenty to do in this park.READ MORE

Pelham Bay Park with Kids: Bike, Hike, Play in the Sand

Get to the Bronx for swimming, sports, and miles of shady cycling and hiking trails.READ MORE

Bronx Water Playgrounds and Sprinklers to Cool Off the Kids

Find relief from summer's heat at these water playgrounds in the Bronx.READ MORE

Starlight Park in the Bronx Reopens After a Stunning Renovation

As a Bronx resident, I can say from firsthand experience that we don't get as many fancy...READ MORE

Destination Playground: Barretto Point Park in the South Bronx

All city parks offer a respite from the concrete jungle but Barretto Point Park is truly an oasis...READ MORE

Two New Bronx Playgrounds Open in Tremont Park

We're always happy to report on renovated NYC playgrounds, but as a Bronx native I can tell...READ MORE

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Staten Island's 10 Best Playgrounds

NYC's greenest borough also boasts some seriously fun playgrounds. READ MORE

Brooklyn Playgrounds Cool Enough for Your Big Kids

When your little ones aren't so little anymore, it's time to seek out bigger playthings.READ MORE

Socrates Sculpture Park: A Hidden (and Free) Gem in Queens

Free and open year-round for views, public art, and family events, Socrates is a must-visit.READ MORE

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