Pinetum Playground — Attraction in New York

Calling this a playground is a bit of a stretch. It is just two sets of swings by the Pinetum.

As a lawn you take your kids to run around is pretty awesome, but do not expect an actual playground. The place is not enclosed, so you need to keep the little ones close.

The place is 50 feet away from Great Lawn, which as a lawn, is arguably much better.

Moreover, there are a bunch of intimidating duds working out by the swings, so not a very welcoming vibe.

The pine...

Well, it's really swings. As a parent, I very much like that they put the regular swings just away from the infant/toddler swings. Its one of my school age kids favorite places because they can swing with less worry about littles around them. But they are very popular with people of all ages, i do mean all. Tends to get crowded. I'd love to see them add more swings. Seems we all occasionally need to swing and let go of whatever is bothering us for a...

Nice little playground and picnic area inside Central Park. During the weekdays, it's barely used. I put 2 picnic tables together for a gathering for a birthday party. Other than the excessive pollen, it was a gorgeous day for it. A few tables actually had overhangs for...