Hanging out in Washington Square Park is always entertaining. The playgrounds are not the focus of this iconic New York City destination in Lower Manhattan, but they add to the experience.

Corporal John A. Seravalli Playground, also known as Horatio Playground, has the basics for a pit-stop or some after-school fun for the young elementary school crowd in the West Village.

Pier 51 Playground in Hudson River Park is one of the best waterfront playgrounds in Lower Manhattan, combining climbing structures, splash areas, river views, and unique maritime-inspired design.

For older kids, this small playground packs in lots of climbing and jumping, and has one of the highest vertical nets we’ve seen in Lower Manhattan.