Central Park Heckscher Playground

Playground New York, New York, United States

What to expect

Heckscher Playground is the largest playground in Central Park, covering almost two acres. It features a variety of play equipment, including slides, swings, and seesaws, as well as a water fixture and giant rocks for climbing. The playground is also wheelchair accessible, with ramps and transfer stations, and includes accessible play elements such as ground-level play features and water-based play features. Additionally, the playground has sensory-friendly spaces for children with autism spectrum disorders and multi-sensory play experiences for children with sensory impairments. The playground is a great place for families to visit, with plenty of space for kids to run around and play

Plan your family visit to the Central Park Heckscher Playground with these blog insights 👇

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New York with the family: 15 must-do things!

New York with the family: 15 must-do things!
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to the Central Park Heckscher Playground and the kids had a blast on the slides and the climbing structures. It was a great way to let them burn off some energy

Highlights: The kids loved the slides and the climbing structures at the Central Park Heckscher Playground. They had a great time playing and running around ✨