Mission Dolores Park

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.