Chelsea Street Playground

Locals know this Redfern spot is one of the better-kept secrets on Chelsea Street — fully fenced, plenty of shade trees, and the kind of cubby houses that actually hold a kid’s attention for more than five minutes. There’s the usual slides, swings, and climbing structure, but the community garden element gives it a bit more character than your average pocket park. Grab one of the benches under the shaded seating area while the kids do their thing. The enclosed setup makes it genuinely relaxed for parents — no chasing anyone onto the road. Good option for the 3 and up crowd in the inner city.