Hilltop Green Park playground

Richmond folks know this one well — it’s right in the heart of Hilltop Green, which means parking isn’t a nightmare and you’re never far from a bite to eat when the kids start demanding snacks. It works for a pretty wide age range, so if you’ve got a toddler and an older kid, you’re not stuck splitting up. The urban location actually works in its favor, with shops and restaurants close enough to make a full afternoon out of it. It’s the kind of spot you hit because it’s there and convenient, and then you keep coming back because the neighborhood feels like it shows up for it.