Philadelplhia Playgrounds
If you plan on hanging out with the ten and under crowd in Philadelphia, here’s a list of five playgrounds you should definitely familiarize yourself with:
1. Seger Park, 10th & Lombard
With three different play areas designed for different ages, any kid can find an exciting spot to monkey around. This is by far the busiest playground in the area, so there’s never a shortage of playmates. Attached is an (enclosed) dog park, so curious kids can watch the dogs play too! During the hotter months, three small fountains refresh the hard at play. Seger is a great place to find out about upcoming events or meet other parents. Less than a block from Whole Foods, a kid-friendly grocery where it’s easy to get a delicious/nutritious lunch!
2. Three Bears, on Delancey, between 2nd and 3rd
Hidden in the midst of Old City, this little park is always bustling with activity. The target audience is on the young side - pretty ideal for 7 & under. Be sure to check out (or climb on!) the statue that gives this park it’s name.
3. Starr Garden, 6th & Lombard
Philadelphia’s oldest park! This playground has plenty of space for horsing around. Two areas (one for older kids and one for toddlers) are sure to keep everybody happy. In addition, Starr Garden offers a huge grassy field for the sports-inclined, a basketball court, picnic tables, and even Summer Day Camp programs!
4. Shot Tower Park, Front & Carpenter
Shot Tower gets it’s name from the century old brick tower on the premises. This is a smaller playground, secluded in the residential neighborhood of Queen Village. It offers adventure for all ages, and the small space makes it easy to keep an eye on little ones. A community center and ball field are attached.
5. Wacawco Park, between 3rd and 4th and Catherine and Queen
Wacawco is also in Queen Village, but in a busier and higher traffic spot. A great meeting spot as it’s accessible to South Philly, Old CIty and Queen Village. Lot’s of neighborhood kids can always be found there, as well as locals using the tennis court. Be prepared to encounter a lot of friendly dogs there, as it seems to be a favorite spot for dog-walkers to converge. Overall, a very “neighborly” feel.
