Fox Point Playground

The splash pad here gets serious use all summer — kids from toddlers to tweens are genuinely entertained, which is rare. You’ve got swings, a solid climbing structure, and some musical equipment that younger ones go absolutely nuts for. Restrooms on-site and shaded seating make it way more livable for parents doing a long afternoon. It’s an urban park, so don’t expect wide open meadows, but being close to the water gives it a breezy feel that most Providence playgrounds can’t touch. The basketball court draws older kids, which naturally keeps the play area a little less chaotic for the little ones.