Playground

Central Park’s playground is one of those spots that locals keep coming back to, and for good reason. The baby area alone makes it worth the trip — proper dedicated space, not just an afterthought corner with one sad swing. Facilities are solid across the board, with restrooms on site and picnic tables if you want to make a proper afternoon of it. There’s food nearby too, so you’re not stuck rationing snacks from your bag. Honestly, it works well for families with kids at different stages, which isn’t always easy to find.