Ancient Playground
Playground
Central Park, New York
"Great slides and ladders"(2 Tips)
"slides and tunnels."(3 Tips)
"Don't neglect the swings in the back."(3 Tips)
"Restrooms are open until 19:00."(2 Tips)
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- CompassApril 18, 2014Right next to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Ancient Playground is ideal for older children who enjoy exploring the slides and tunnels.
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Kimmie OhhAugust 3, 2020There are Egyptian themes scattered throughout the playground - the obelisks, spray shower & sand.Upvote4Downvote
David DriscollJuly 15, 2023Utterly charming “adventure-style” playground, with ramps, tunnels, and ziggurats in a vaguely Egyptian style. Don’t miss the tunnel under the big pyramid — feels like breaking into a pharaoh’s tomb.
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JasonJune 9, 2024Definitely a playground relic from the 70s/80s but still a lot of fun from my perspective. The bridge into the main water play area is something you wouldn’t see nowadays and worth the visit.UpvoteDownvote- Roger SchonfeldSeptember 6, 2014Great slides and ladders, shorty monkey bars, tire swings, and sprinklers. Only one entrance/exit. Too few swings.Upvote2Downvote
Jay Van BurenSeptember 21, 2013Most well-maintained bathroom in a public park in New York City i've ever seenUpvote3Downvote
Alexander RiccioJuly 8, 2011A green "Sinvy" Pokemon plush doll was recently lost here. If found, bring to marymount school on 84th &5th.Upvote1Downvote- Ty Ahmad-TaylorSeptember 25, 2011Our favorite East side park. Don't neglect the swings in the back.Upvote4Downvote
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