Fay Park Playground
Kid essentials
About this place
A small formal garden with terraces, hedges and a quiet little play area, better for mellow kids than full speed climbers.
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Nearby places
A small park tucked between North Beach and Russian Hill, with a playground, a basketball court and a patch of grass for a picnic.
The switchback block with the hedges. Walk down the stairs at the side rather than driving it; steep in both directions, and no good with a stroller.
A North Beach playground that pairs easily with a stop at Washington Square or a meal nearby.
Wharf hotel with an outdoor pool, a kids' menu, and rooms for families of any age.
The playground sits partway up a terraced park with a nature play area and big views across the water.
Wharf hotel with scooters to borrow, board games, baby gear on loan, and fridges in the rooms.