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Mission Dolores Park
Type: Family Friendly, Great Views, Recreational Facilities, Relaxing
10Best Says
For years, Mission Dolores Park was simply the heart of the Mission district, offering wonderful views of downtown and lots of space for San Francisco hipsters to play frisbee and enjoy a late... Read More
For years, Mission Dolores Park was simply the heart of the Mission district, offering wonderful views of downtown and lots of space for San Francisco hipsters to play frisbee and enjoy a late afternoon beer. This is a true city park: often crowded, usually loud, and a great spot for people-watching. Street performers and food trucks often visit the park for a real "local" feel.
After years of outcry from Mission neighborhood families who wanted someplace close to take their kids, Mission Dolores now features a state-of-the art playground for the youngsters. If you don't feel like driving to - and paying for - Great America, take the family to Mission Dolores Park.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Tom Molanphy
San Francisco Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "Mission Dolores just finished a remodel and is open to the public."
- Free Things to Do: "Mission Dolores has finished a recent renovation."
- Attractions near The Cow Palace: "Mission Dolores just underwent a massive remodel."
- Parks: "Mission Dolores has been recently remodeled."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: Mission Dolores is the favorite spot for locals with kids.
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Mission Dolores Park offers some of the best "people-watching" opportunities in the city.
- Best for Attractions near The Cow Palace Because: Mission Dolores is one of the best "people-watching" spots of the trendy, eclectic Mission neighborhood.
- Best for Parks Because: Now that the playground area has been added, Mission Dolores is a great option for those traveling with kids.
