by NYC Parks / Riverside Park Conservancy
A Riverside Park playground known for its big hippo sculptures that kids climb and slide on, plus sprinklers and play equipment.
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Open daily
Free
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Ages 1–10.
Free
Open daily
Riverside Dr at W 91st St, 10024, in the Upper West Side, Manhattan.
No. Hippo Playground is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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