Safari Playground

Adventures await at Safari Playground where children can climb over, under, and around sculptures of hippopotamuses in the “river” of the playground floor. Winding their way across a canoe sculpture, water spray feature, and two tree houses, these young adventurers take the trip of a lifetime — without leaving New York City. Safari Playground is on the top of a hill with views of the Reservoir. It is the only playground in Central Park that doesn’t include traditional playground equipment like slides, swings, or a sandbox.