Manly Lagoon Park Playground

Right next to the lagoon with the beach just a short walk away, this little park punches above its weight for families with toddlers and little ones. The play area is properly fenced, which makes a massive difference when you’re trying to actually relax — slides and swings keep the kids busy while you can keep an eye on everything without hovering. Fire up one of the free BBQs, claim a patch of the open grass, and you’ve basically got a full afternoon sorted. Dogs are welcome too, so it’s one of those spots where the whole family, four-legged members included, can actually enjoy themselves.