Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Boston

Find great playgrounds for your Boston kids, nature trails, hiking in our many area parks, and more outdoor fun in Massachusetts.

From tot lots to brainy playgrounds and of course a bunch of summer splash pads, Boston kids have it made in the shade for places to play outside.

Best Playgrounds and Parks in Boston
Little football fans get a kick out of playing at one of two Patriots-donated playgrounds south of the city. Photo courtesy of the New England Patriots
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Mattapan's Hunt Almont Playground has tricky ladders, balancing toys, and more. Photo by Ed Wonsek
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Bring out the smiles by visiting Boston's best tot lots and toddler playgrounds. Photo courtesy of the Friends of Ringgold Park, Facebook
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Solstice Stones mark the grassy summit of Holt Hill in Ward Reservation.
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Robbins Farm Park's side-by-side slides are a major draw.
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Cool off in summer 2025 at Boston's splash pads and water playgroundsFrog Pond Spray Pool photo courtesy of Boston Parks & Recreation
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Broadway Park's extensive renovation features a tricked-out new splash pad.
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Broadway Park playground now features new play areas and a sprayground.
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Cantiague Park's splash pad offers water play for all ages.
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Kids can cool off in these play areas on steamy Long Island days.
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The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader
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Mr. B’s All-Inclusive Playground offers lots of different ways to play and explore.
Inclusive Playground in Rockville Centre Welcomes Kids of All Abilities
Mr. B’s Playground caters to a wide range of needs.
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Marina Playground has plenty of slides to experience.
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Wantagh Park's Marina Playground appeals to all ages.
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The new ropes course at Captree State Park features a spider-web structure.
Captree State Park Adds Ropes Course to Beach Playground
Here's everything you need to know about this sandy playground.
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