If you want to discover all the parks in Brisbane, then use our handy local map to find one near you.
We save you time by only showcasing the best parks and playgrounds in Brisbane to help you build the best memories. This means we exclude tiny suburban playgrounds and try to keep the wow factor on the playgrounds we include with over 270 Brisbane parks and playgrounds in our collection.
Brisbane’s best parks by list
At Brisbane Kids, we want to showcase THE BEST things to do in and around Brisbane, so our Parks Map features WOW parks and playgrounds worth visiting! Use the buttons below for the best parks and playgrounds in the following categories.
Hercules Street Park Hamilton
Top 5 playgrounds and parks
We surveyed Brisbane families, and here are their picks for the best Brisbane’s best playgrounds.
- Kalinga Park Clayfield
- Lower Moora Park Shorncliffe
- Robelle Domain Springfield
- Hidden World Fitzgibbon
- Rocks Riverside Park Seventeen Mile Rocks
Brentwood forest playground and slide
Brisbane’s Parks and Playgrounds Map
Use the map below to zoom in on the area you wish to see. Use your mobile phone with this map and it will geolocate the best parks near you. Then click on a park for more details, including a link to a full review of the playground or reserve.
The Brisbane Kids App
The Brisbane Kids App is a great tool to have on your mobile phone, tablet or another compatible device so that you can find parks, playgrounds and have access to all our best content while on the go. You can download the app in all the usual places, including:
Other Play Spaces
There are so many other great play spaces for families to enjoy in and around Brisbane.
Before You Go to a Park
Make sure you read our full park reviews so you know what to expect before heading to a local park or playground. Here are some important factors you may wish to consider:
- If you are new to Australia or visiting, make sure you dress the kids in a hat and apply suncream, as Australia’s UV ratings are some of the highest in the world. If there are a lot of trees or you are near water, consider packing some bug spray.
- All community playgrounds in Australia are free!
- Does the park have shade? If it’s not and it’s sand-based, be careful of heading there on a hot summer’s day.
- Check for toilets, especially if you plan on spending some decent time there.
- Check if it’s fenced. Some playgrounds are partially fenced and others are fully fenced. We have a list of all fenced playgrounds in Brisbane for your convenience.
City Botanic Gardens
We currently feature over 275 WOW playgrounds and parks in and around Brisbane. We are continually adding to and updating our Brisbane Parks Map to ensure it covers all the latest information and playgrounds. If you have a favourite park we are missing, let us know!
Samara
I wish they didn’t have those open (jump off) sections on all playgrounds. Or atleast made them more difficult to get to so older kids could still use them and I didn’t have a heart attack exert time my 18 month old runs for them!
Ngaire Stirling
I totally agree :)-
Tim Playford
I might have missed it in the listing above, but one park we have found that is truly awesome is Guyatt Park, next to the ferry terminal. It has a beautiful view over the river, particularly at sunset, and there are two playgrounds, an oval, toilets and barbeques. Both playgrounds are shaded, one for larger kids and one for the littlies, although neither are fenced. Can’t recommend it highly enough, a great place to go for a picnic or barbie while the kids amuse themselves on the equipment. There are even a few shops about 10 minutes walk away for an icecream or takeaway dinner if you are too lazy to cook a barbie!
Rayme
I know Landsborough isn’t in Brisbane but it has the most fantastic park ever.
Ngaire Stirling
thanks!
Claudia
Agree with the Pioneer park in Landsborough, it’s fantastic and worth a day trip.
Skye McFarlane
There is an awesome park in Calamvale. The Calamvale District Park on Formby Street Calamvale. It is a large park set away from the road with fantastic play equipment. The park has a flying fox, a huge slide and more. There are also BBQ’s and public ammenities.
Gav
yeah, that’s a superb park. Also, there’s a great little park at Perkins Street in Calamvale. Has beautiful spreading trees for climbing, lots of shade, plus equipment for young and old kids (and parents, too). No toilets though but good for a short stay.
Jennifer
Just spent the morning at New Farm park and can’t believe how good it was. Safe, well designed and loads to do. We found it from your site as we are on holidays. Thank you!
Monika
I wonder why there are so many more playgrounds on the northside than on the southside. Are more families living north?
David Murphy
Recently took my Grandson to the train park at Milton. He loved it!! Was so excited for the 2 hours we were there. Take the time to check it out, really worth it, especially if your child/Grandchild likes trains. Well done BCC.
Main
Hi BBC, This is Great!
Main
Hi guys! You did a great job on this. Thanks
danielle
You’ve forgotten the park at South Maclean. Loads of tall shady trees and plenty of space to run around and play. They’ve even got BBQs and stuff.