Playground People’s Park

Right in the heart of Waterford city, People’s Park is one of those spots that actually does the job properly. There are separate areas for babies and older kids, which makes a real difference when you’ve got a mixed-age group in tow — slides and swings covered, no one left out. The park is kept in genuinely good nick, with shade trees, picnic tables, and clean toilets on-site, so you’re not cutting the trip short for any of the usual reasons. The walking path around the open grass field is handy if you need to burn off a bit more energy, or just want to do a few laps while the kids do their thing. There’s a cafe nearby too, which, honestly, seals the deal.