Playgrounds & Parks

Koret Playground

🏆Staff Pick💰Free Activity🅿️Parking Info

Golden Gate Park

About this spot

Golden Gate Park's Koret Children's Quarter has a wave-shaped climbing wall, rope climbing structure, and historic concrete slide. The playground is free; the neighboring carousel charges separately.

What to expect

🚼Stroller Friendly

💝Free Entry

🌳Outdoor Area

Planning notes

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Plan free playground time first and decide whether to add a carousel ride. Adults pay $2.50 and children ages 6–12 pay $1 per ride. Check current operation before promising the carousel.

Free playground access; carousel rides are a separate purchase

Adults $2.50 and children ages 6–12 $1 per carousel ride

Children 5 and under ride free with a paying adult

Children under 40 inches must be accompanied by a paying adult

Call (415) 231-0077 for the current carousel schedule

Cash and credit cards are accepted

Updated Sep 2026

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Hours

Park 5:00 AM–midnight; carousel hours vary by weather, season, and school schedule

Neighborhood

Golden Gate Park

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