14th and Grand Playground

Right in the middle of Astoria’s grid, this little playground sits at one of the more walkable corners in town — 14th and Grand is the kind of spot you end up at because you’re already nearby, not because you planned a trip to it. It’s urban through and through, surrounded by the everyday rhythm of the city rather than any kind of park setting. The upside is the location itself: you’re a short walk from food options, which makes it easy to turn a quick play stop into a longer outing. Good to know about if you’re already in that part of Astoria and the kids need to burn some energy before or after lunch.