Aotea Park Playground

If you’re passing through Waverley and need somewhere to let the kids burn off some energy, this is your spot. The climbing structure keeps older kids genuinely busy, and the swings are always a hit with the younger ones — good luck getting them off. It’s well-kept, which honestly makes a difference when you’re wrangling children and just want somewhere that doesn’t feel gross. Toilets on site too, so no scrambling around town looking for facilities.