We’ve found out the best playgrounds for babies and toddlers around Ryde. What’s our criteria we hear you ask? Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Low-to-the-ground play equipment
- low-risk equipment
- a designated baby/toddler area that bigger (aka faster, louder, more rambunctious) kids won’t be interested in
- fenced or safe from the road
Here’s our list of playgrounds for babies and toddlers around Ryde:
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Anzac Park, West Ryde
Wattle St, West Ryde
This recently upgraded playground is a winner for kids young and old. We love that the area for young children has soft fall ground. You’ll also find toilets and good parking.
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Boronia Park, Epping
37 Bridge Street, Epping
Boronia Park is a 4.9 hectare Park located in Epping. Upgraded a few years ago, the playground has equipment to suit all ages and is split across 3 areas.
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Buffalo Creek Reserve, Hunters Hill
177 Pittwater Road, Hunters Hill
Call your pals, bring a picnic and settle in at Buffalo Creek Reserve, Hunters Hill. There’s lots of space and plenty of greenery, but the part the kids will love is the play equipment – and don’t forget scooters!
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The Canopy, Lane Cove
Rosenthal Ave, Lane Cove
The Canopy playground in Lane Cove has a dedicated baby area with safe, age-appropriate play structures and shaded spots. It’s a modern, vibrant space for babies to explore while parents can enjoy nearby cafes or the park’s open areas.
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ELS Hall Park, North Ryde
Kent Rd, North Ryde
This spacious playground has a great section tailored for babies. The baby swings, soft fall ground, and shaded play areas make it a great option for a morning or afternoon outing with little ones.
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Golden Grove, Bicentennial Park, West Pymble
Prince of Wales Dr, West Pymble
West Pymble Golden Grove Playground is a quiet and peaceful area great for babies. With baby swings, low-level play equipment, and soft fall surfaces, it provides a safe space for the little ones to explore.
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Halvorsen Park, Ermington
40 Seamist Avenue, Ermington
A nearby cafe, green space, on the river and 20kms of cycleway – what’s not to like about Halvorsen Park in Ermington?
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Harry Shelley Memorial Park, Hunters Hill
Mount Street, Hunters Hill
This quiet park in Hunters Hill offers a small, fenced playground with soft surfaces, baby swings, and simple climbing structures. It’s perfect for a low-key outing with your baby, offering a safe and relaxing environment.
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Hughes Park, Lane Cove West
314 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove West
Train-loving toddlers will adore this playground and so will the parents -there’s coffee nearby, soft fall ground and plenty of seating. There’s even a community garden, exercise equipment and BBQs if you’re inclined to bring some sausages for dinner.
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Kissing Point Park, Putney
Waterview St, Putney
Putney Kissing Point Park is a great playground for babies with soft surfaces for crawlers, and baby swings for a little extra fun. With shaded sections and river views, it’s an excellent spot for a peaceful outing with your baby.
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Lions Park, West Ryde
Corner Victoria Road and Shaftsbury Road West Ryde
This playground has great parking, easy pram access, a sweet little slide with only a couple of soft-fall steps and a sandpit. It’s also fenced and very spacious!
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Livvi’s Place, Five Dock
Henley Marine Dr, Five Dock
This inclusive playground has a dedicated area for babies, featuring sensory play, soft rubber flooring, and baby-friendly equipment. The thoughtful design ensures safety and engagement for the littlest ones while providing shaded spaces for comfort. It also has a coffee shop on site!
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Livvi’s Place, Yamble Reserve
Quarry Rd, Ryde
Yamble Reserve Livvi’s Place in Ryde remains a top choice for babies with its inclusive, safe design. The sensory play equipment, shaded areas, and soft fall surfaces make it ideal for crawlers and early walkers, offering a stimulating and safe environment.
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McIlwaine Park – Brays Bay Reserve, Rhodes
Corner of Concord Road and Mary Street in Brays Bay Reserve, Rhodes
Set on the Parramatta River, this playground is split into two sections – younger kids and older kids. The younger kids section is smaller and fully fenced so you might even get to sit down and relax for a minute while taking in the view.
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Memorial Park, Meadowbank
Constitution Rd, Meadowbank
Memorial Park is a lovely nature-inspired playground on the banks of the Parramatta River. In the top section, well away from the water, there is a great little slide and swings that little kids will love.
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Monash Park, Gladesville
Ryde Rd, Gladesville
Small, fenced and fun Monash Park is a great one for little kids with inbuilt trampolines, a small slide, swings and a picnic table to enjoy morning tea. The only downside is all that bark ground.
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Rhodes Foreshore Park
142 Shoreline Dr, Rhodes
Not too big, shaded, fenced, and astroturf ground and coffee is close by, on the riverfront. Need we say more!? ;p
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Ryde Park
Corner of Princes Street and Argyle Street
For that park and coffee combo, Ryde Park is a winner. There’s some great play equipment for young ones and a cafe right next to the playground.
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Strathfield Park
Homebush Rd, Strathfield
Strathfield Strathfield Park is HUGE and is great for older kids but it also has a fantastic section for younger kids with soft fall areas and baby-friendly equipment. The shaded play area provides an extra layer of comfort, making it a popular spot for families with infants.
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West Epping Park
Dent St, Epping
West Epping Park playground is HUGE but there is a great little shaded area that younger kids will enjoy. It’s a perfect park to take kids of varying ages, as there is something for everyone.
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