Looking for the best playgrounds in Brisbane? Use our interactive local map below to discover over 300 amazing outdoor playgrounds near you!
We save you time by showcasing only high-quality parks with real “wow factor” and exclude tiny suburban strip parks so you can focus on building amazing memories with your family.
Brisbane’s Parks and Playgrounds Map
| Title | Category | Address | Description | Link |
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📍 MAP LEGEND & FEATURE DEFINITIONS
Fenced: Total enclosure for safety
Toilets: On-site toilet facilities
Shade: Sails, shade structures, or dense tree canopy
Destination Playground: Feature-packed park worth travelling for
Flying Fox: Zip line or flying fox equipment
Parking: Dedicated parking lot or easy street parking
Coffee: Cafe or coffee van at or right near the park
Wheels: Scooter tracks, learn-to-ride loops, BMX or skate elements
Accessible: Accessible features for all abilities
Toddler: Low-to-ground equipment for small children
Challenge: Ninja warrior & obstacle style gear
Nature: Timber, rock, water bed & natural play elements
Themed: Distinct theme (dinosaurs, nautical, rockets, etc.)
Picnic Facilities: BBQs, shelters, and picnic tables
Dog Park: Fenced off-leash dog park on site
Sand Play: Sandpits, excavators, and sensory sand play
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Before You Head Out
- Sun Protection: Australian UV ratings are high—pack hats, sunscreen, and mosquito spray if you are near water or bushland.
- 100% Free: All council community playgrounds listed on Brisbane Kids are completely free to visit.
- Check Shade Coverage: Sand-based playgrounds without shade sails can get hot during middle-of-the-day summer heat!
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.
Judy
Which park is it Rayme?
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.
Clara
Thanks