Carrington Street Playground

The play train is the real drawcard here — younger kids absolutely lose it for that thing, and it keeps them busy long enough for you to actually sit down and eat your lunch. It’s a small, quiet spot in Summer Hill that doesn’t get overrun, which is honestly half the appeal. The whole area is fully fenced, so you’re not doing that anxious perimeter check every two minutes. A few decent shade trees mean it’s bearable even on a warm day, and there are picnic tables if you want to make a proper afternoon of it.