Age Ranges: Ages 0-2

Barcroft Playground (22206)
4200 S. Four Mile Run Dr. Arlington, VA 22206
Nice little park good for younger kids. However, no swings, no fences. Does have bathrooms and partial shade. 4/5 stars. Posted: 1/27/12
Tags: Basketball Courts, Bathroom Available On Site, Charcoal Grills, Good for Bike Riders, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Playing Field, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Climbing Structure, Partial Shade, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Rope Pyramid, Sandlot, Slide(s), Soft Rubber Surface, Spinner(s), Teeter / See Saw, 22206, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Playground.
Barcroft Rec Center — Drop In Playgroup (22206)
4200 S. Four Mile Run Arlington, VA 22206
A good indoor option on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am-12pm for kids 0-5. Cost $3/adult. Some play toys provided, can also BYO. 3/5 stars. Posted: 1/12/12
Tags: Bathroom Available On Site, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Parking Lot, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Partially Fenced, Very Shady, 22206, Arlington, Virginia, Entrace Fee, Indoor Play Area.
Benjamin Banneker Park (22205)
6620 N. 18th St. Arlington, VA 22205
Small, sunny playground best suited for younger kids. Not fenced, no bathroom. 3/5 stars Posted: 3/23/12
Tags: Charcoal Grills, Good for Bike Riders, Hiking / Walking Trail(s), No Bathroom facility, Open Green Space, Picnic Tables, Public Park, Street Parking, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Bouncy Bridge, Dirty Sand Surface, Fireman Pole, Full Sun, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Sandlot, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, 22205, Arlington, Virginia, Playground.
Bluemont Park Playground (22203)
329 North Manchester Street Arlington, VA 22203
This is a wonderful park, completely re-done in 2010, with modern equipment and lots of thoughtful touches. This park will appeal to all ages, and caregivers will appreciate the close proximity to bathrooms and ample shade. This is also a great park for would be riders with the bike trail right at hand. 5/5 stars! Posted: 4/26/11
Tags: Bathroom Available On Site, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Bike Riders, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Playing Field, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Fireman Pole, Modern Equipment, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Natural Water Source (i.e. creek or lake), Partial Shade, Partially Fenced, Play House, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Sandlot, Slide(s), Soft Rubber Surface, Spinner(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Swing(s) -- Tire, Train Themed, Tube Slide, Water Feature, White Sand, 22203, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Playground.
Bon Air Park (22205)
850 North Lexington St. Arlington, VA 22205
This playground won't win any awards, but it's a great spot bike riders. It also has decent morning shade. The lovely gardens, open space to run and the nearby creek to explore are nice pluses. 3/5 stars. Posted: 6/26/10
Tags: Basketball Courts, Bathroom in Building Near-by, Charcoal Grills, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Bike Riders, Hiking / Walking Trail(s), Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Boat Themed, Full Sun, Mulch Surface, Natural Water Source (i.e. creek or lake), Partial Shade, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Sandlot, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, White Sand, 22205, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Playground.
Cabin John Regional Park Playground (Rockville, MD)
7410 Tuckerman Lane Rockville, MD (301) 299-0024
A wonderful shady park with a ton of different play structures for all ages. The miniature train is fun, but also just far enough from the playground that you can easily avoid it if you don't want to spend the money. 5/5 stars. Posted: 9/05/10
Tags: Bathroom Available On Site, Hiking / Walking Trail(s), Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Modern Equipment, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Play House, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Train Ride, Train Themed, Very Shady, Maryland, Rockville, Free, Optional Fees, Playground.
Cherry Hill Park (Falls Church, VA)
312 Park Ave Falls Church, VA 22046
An okay playground set in a very nice park. Not the newest or the best, but a popular park due to prime location in the heart of the city of Falls Church. 3/5 stars. Posted: 7/29/11
Tags: Basketball Courts, Bathroom in Building Near-by, Charcoal Grills, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Hiking / Walking Trail(s), Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Public Park, Street Parking, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Bouncy Bridge, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Partial Shade, Play House, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Teeter / See Saw, Falls Church, Virginia, Free, Playground.
Chestnut Hills / Harrison Street Park (22207)
aka the Harrison St. Park 2807 Harrison St. N. Arlington, VA 22207
This is a big, popular park in North Arlington. It's got lots to do for big and little kids and the little kid side is wonderfully shady. Big enough that it can be hard to keep up with multiple kids, but lots of a playground loving kid to enjoy. 4/5 stars. Posted: 4/18/11
Tags: Bathroom in Building Near-by, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Picnic Tables, Port-a-Potty, Public Park, Street Parking, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Bouncy Bridge, Dirty Sand Surface, Full Sun, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Partial Shade, Partially Fenced, Play House, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Rocker Seat, Sandlot, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Zip Slide, 22207, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Playground.
Chick-Fil-A (Fairfax Circle)
9509 Fairfax Blvd Fairfax, VA 22031
The best fast food play area around: clean, well-maintained, and great cutstomer service. 4/5 stars. Posted: 1/20/12
Tags: Bathroom Available On Site, Parking Lot, Private Property, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Fully Enclosed, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Soft Rubber Surface, Tube Slide, Very Shady, Fairfax, Virginia, Free, Optional Fees, Indoor Play Area.
Children’s Playseum (DC)
545 8th Street SE Washington, DC 2003
Very fun indoor playspace. Parking can be a challenge, entrance fee is $6/pp. 4/5 stars (minus a star for parking challenges and price) Posted: 11/11/11
Tags: Bathroom Available On Site, Limited Parking, Private Property, Street Parking, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Boat Themed, Fully Enclosed, Very Shady, Washington D.C., Entrace Fee, Optional Fees, Indoor Play Area.