Alice Chalmers Playground

The tall climbing tower is the main event, with slides, nets, a sandbox and a spinner for younger kids nearby.

A tiny neighborhood park with two slides, swings, a climbing wall and a fenced basketball court. Best for younger kids.

A small playground ringed by dozens of sculptures and flower arrangements along little trails.

A park with whimsical sculptures that's a lesser-known local favorite.

A playground split into two age zones, with a big tunnel slide for older kids near the Legion of Honor.

A simple neighborhood playground with a basketball court right beside it, good when one kid wants to climb and another wants to shoot hoops.