# Shaded playgrounds and parks in San José

Playgrounds and parks in San José with shade, for a hot afternoon. 3 listed.

Last updated 2026-10-02, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [Parque de la Paz](https://ourplayday.com/places/parque-de-la-paz-san-jose) (playground, San José). San José park with a small playground, a lake with birds, picnic shelters, open lawns and shade trees. Has: shade.
2. [Parque del Este](https://ourplayday.com/places/parque-del-este-san-jose) (playground, San José). Wooded park with a play area, a village of miniature houses, picnic shelters and hilly nature paths. Has: shade.
3. [Parque Metropolitano La Sabana](https://ourplayday.com/places/parque-metropolitano-la-sabana-san-jose) (attraction, San José). San José's 72 hectare park with open fields, shaded paths, birds and play areas, beside the art museum. Has: shade.

## Other lists for San José

- [Restrooms](https://ourplayday.com/costa-rica/san-jose-costa-rica/with-restrooms) (3)
- [Free](https://ourplayday.com/costa-rica/san-jose-costa-rica/free-to-visit) (3)

## About this list

Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) A list needs at least three places to exist.

Page: https://ourplayday.com/costa-rica/san-jose-costa-rica/with-shade. All of San José: https://ourplayday.com/costa-rica/san-jose-costa-rica