Rope swing frame and stepping stones on bark under trees at Anderson Park playground, NapierPhoto: Michelle W.Open on map

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Playground

Anderson Park Playground

Greenmeadows, Napier 4112

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Best suited to
Toddler zone0–4Child5–9Tween10+
NearbyTall dropWaterSkateparkAt a distance
Why these ages?

NZ Rec Award-winning destination with 10m tower, twin flying fox, skate park, splash pad, and a distinct 'smaller toddler play space' plus inclusive equipment (wheelchair swing, sensory zone). Natural creek + skate mean not run-them-loose safe for a wandering 2yr old, but toddler zone is genuinely present and well-designed.

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
+ Wheelchair swing (roll-on, Liberty Swing style)+ Poured rubber surface (firm for wheels)+ Accessible toilet on site+ Step-free path to the play+ Wheel-on roundabout / carousel+ Sensory / musical panels at seated height
Access notes

Built as an all abilities destination playground with a wheelchair swing added in 2024, pour in place rubber and artificial turf giving full wheelchair access throughout, an accessible toilet with a changing hoist, an inclusive carousel, a yellow wayfinding path, and a musical sensory zone with communication boards.

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Equipment

Anderson Park Destination Playground, on former racecourse land in Greenmeadows, is Hawke's Bay's standout all-abilities play space, its equipment scaled for children across the full range of physical and sensory needs.

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  • Tiare T.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    We loved everything about this park. It is a park that can cater to all ages and all disabilities. There's a playground with a flying fox and a skatepark. Theres also water features too. Toilet facilities, bbq area. We definitely recommend this park if you havent been before.

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  • Courtney W.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    A large, well thought out playground for children of many ages. A highlight was defintiely the music area - with the various interactive instruments. There is a big flying fox, two huge slides with steps easy for children and adults to climb, swings, a smaller toddler play space and a special area dedicated to children and adults with additional needs. The public toilets were very clean and tidy too. There is also a huge park across the little creek that runs through which was very picturesque.

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  • Irene M.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Anderson park is the first place our granddaughters want to go to when they come down for a visit from north Auckland We think it's fabulous! …

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  • Dennis D.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    It was a rainy day which is the only reason no one appears in the photos. It's usually quite busy here. There is a tower with two slides. There are places for kids with various types of disadvantages can still enjoy the playground. There is a splash pad. In fact, be careful where you sit. Sometimes cheeky kids can get the water to spray beyond the splash pad radius. There are also plenty of private toilets. It's a great place to have fun. There's even a basketball hoop and a skate park area. It's also a great place for a picnic.

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  • Haydn M.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Anderson Park Playground in Napier is an excellent playground with a large variety of play equipment. Ranging from the mighty slide tower to water play and much more. There is something to entertain kids of all ages. Excellent facilities and plenty of parking. A great place to take the family on a nice day.

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  • Michelle W.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Great extension to the existing park. Plenty of adventure and creativity equipment to entertain and keep the kids happy for hours. Also a central water feature to help cool down on those hot summers days. Plenty of areas to climb and swing …

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  • Ammie C.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    A fantastic free family destination for all ages! If you visit Napier this is a must see and hands down the best designed Park I've ever seen in New Zealand. There is high quality playground equipment for ALL ages and abilities, a splash pad area, a water play area, flying fox, musical equipment, volleyball Court, basketball court, skate park, a natural creek, dog areas, bbq areas, lots of shade from trees and shade sails, tables and adult seating, and 2 toilet facilities. It has been well planned and maintained and you can entertain the family for hours here, if you bring a picnic you could even make a day of it.

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  • Jeromé D.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Huge playground with a variety of structures and areas appropriate for different ages. A go to of ours anytime we're in town with our kids. Has a toddler area, a rope climbing area set amidst trees, a tall tower with slides out the top, a couple of water play areas, plus all sorts of neat bits tucked in between.

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  • Huang H.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    I'd say this playground is the most amazing one that i've ever seen in NZ. Luckily I happened to visit this playground when I went to napier. You could spend a whole day there and also it's very friendly in summer as there're a lot of shades. Really worth visiting!!

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  • Petra P.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Fun, well designed playground with good toilet facilities and lots of car parking. Nice seating available too and plenty of shade if needed. Waterplay activities available as well.

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