Heckscher Playground
Central Park, mid-park at W 62nd St, New York, NY 10019
Kid essentials
About this place
Your kid can splash at the seasonal water feature, climb the rock-like structures and use a separate little-kid play area.
How kid-friendly is it?
Featured in
- Mommy Poppins2026
- Central Park Conservancy2026
- NYC Parks2026
Nearby places
Your kid can ride a carved horse or take a gentler seat in a chariot on the historic carousel.
Your kid can watch sea lions swim, spot penguins through the glass and meet goats in the small zoo area.
Your kid can race down the long granite slide, cross a rustic bridge and try a net climber.
Your kid can hear the singing waitstaff perform Broadway-style songs while eating diner food.
Your kid can build a pasta dish from the daily kids menu in a casual dining room.
Your kid can explore toy demonstrations and take a turn dancing on the giant floor piano.