Balboa Park Playground
Structures spanning toddler to school age, with bathrooms right there and the pool and tennis courts a short walk off; parking takes a little patience.
Kid essentials
- Monday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Tuesday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Wednesday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Thursday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Friday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Saturday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
- Sunday
- 5:00 am – 12:00 am
How kid-friendly is it?
Reviews
Clean astroturf, bathrooms, play structures for a variety of ages. Close to the pool and tennis courts. Parking is semi easy
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