Rotary PlayGarden

One of the better-kept secrets in San Jose for families with younger kids — this fully fenced playground is designed with inclusive play in mind, so kids of pretty much every ability level can actually join in. The zipline alone is worth the trip, and between the climbing structure, seesaw, and slides, the 3-to-8 crowd stays genuinely busy. Restrooms are clean, parking is free, and there’s plenty of seating for the adults who just need to sit for five minutes. Bonus: it sits close enough to the airport that planes fly over pretty regularly, which is either a feature or a distraction depending on your kid.