South Park Playground

A tree-lined oval garden with two fenced play areas, sand pits and climbing structures for small kids, and a hummingbird garden.

Kid essentials

Good forAll ages

For the kidsPlay area

Picnic tablesYes

Coffee nearbyYes

SwingsYes

Wheelchair accessibleYes

How kid-friendly is it?

Bowling alley off Union Square with bumpers and light lane food.

A waterfront playground that works well as a quick stop on a stroller walk, with paths and open space continuing along the creek.

SoMa hotel with in-room fridges and outdoor fire pits.

Small and best for younger kids, with basic climbing and slides right by the waterfront. There are no swings.

Indoor rink in the middle of downtown with public sessions most days. Skate aids for small children, and the bowling alley is downstairs.

Bowling downstairs from the ice rink at Yerba Buena Gardens. Bumpers, light lanes, and a good pairing with skating in one afternoon.