Playgrounds in New Orleans | City Park Play Areas for Kids

Free Playgrounds at New Orleans City Park

City Park is home to four free playgrounds in New Orleans, each designed for different ages and interests. From gentle toddler structures near the live oaks to large climbing equipment with monkey bars and rope walls, there’s a perfect spot for every kid in your family. All playgrounds are open daily and free to visit.

Stanley Ray Playground

Located near Popp Bandstand and Cafe du Monde, Stanley Ray Playground is a classic playground with slides, swings, and tunnels designed specifically for kids ages 2–5. Located nearby are some of City Park’s famous live oaks, where your kids can climb or you can snap a great family photo.

Features low-height slides, baby swings, and enclosed tunnel structures sized for toddlers. Restrooms and Café du Monde are steps away, making this the most convenient playground for families with young children. Shaded by mature live oaks.

Magnolia Playground

Located near Marconi Drive, Magnolia Playground is adjacent to a peaceful lagoon and sits underneath large trees. The playground can be accessed from Harrison Avenue. Magnolia Playground includes climbing areas, monkey bars, slide, balance beam, rope wall, climbing wall and more. The playground is geared towards children ages 5–12.

One of the larger playgrounds in the park, with a full climbing structure, rope wall, and balance beam. The lagoon setting makes this a scenic stop — bring a picnic and plan to stay a while. Accessed from Harrison Avenue.

Sir Cumference Playground

Located at the Festival Grounds between Christian Brothers School and the Reunion Shelter on Friedrichs Avenue, this playground includes climbing areas, monkey bars, a slide, balance beams, and musical instruments for kids to play. The Sir Cumference playground sits inside a paved concrete circle; it is the circle shape that lent its geometric details to the playground’s name. This playground is geared towards children ages 5–12.

The musical instruments make this one uniquely engaging for creative kids. The circular paved layout is easy for parents to supervise from the perimeter benches. Located near event lawn space, making it a great add-on after a City Park event.

Starbucks Playground

Located near Carousel Gardens off Stadium Drive and Victory Avenue near Marconi Drive, Starbucks Playground is great for kids 5–12. Parents will find plenty of benches under the shade of the oak trees here.

Conveniently located next to Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, making this a natural pairing for a full family outing. The oak tree canopy provides natural shade throughout the day.