Depot Tot Lot

If you’ve got a toddler who’s obsessed with trains, this little fenced lot in Saint Paul is basically a dream stop. The play train is the obvious draw, and the slides keep things moving when the littles need to burn some energy. Shade trees and benches mean parents actually get to sit down for a minute, which — honestly, underrated. The real bonus is the light rail rolling by nearby, free entertainment that somehow holds a two-year-old’s attention longer than most actual toys.