Centennial Olympic Park
Features: Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta is home to two vast, soft-surface playgrounds with slides galore, funky armchairstyle swings, spinning seats in bright, inviting colors, and monkey bars. Much of this kid-friendly oasis sits beneath a bright awning that allows sunny warmth to shine through. One playground has a triple slide, as well as textured hills and nooks. The trio of brightly colored drums also delights kids and provides something for playmates to enjoy together. It was great to see three kids who didn’t know each other collaborate to find their rhythm and give the parents an impromptu concert. This playground is great for all ages. The All-Children’s Playground is designed for universal accessibility. Its activities are accessible to users with reduced mobility through equipment and low-reach panels.
Amenities: No matter where your child is on the playground, there’s a bench you can sit on and still have your youngster in sight. Restrooms are also nearby. The Five Points Marta station and pay parking are nearby.
Directions: Centennial Olympic Park is located at 265 Park Ave. West NW, Atlanta, across the street from the World of Coke, Georgia Aquarium, Center for Civil and Human Rights, College Football Hall of Fame, Children’s Museum of Atlanta and several other attractions. Whole Foods and Publix are both short drives away for those wanting to pack a picnic. For more information about the park, call 404-222-7275.
– Kali Beyah