Does Memorial Park Playground have toilets?

Yes, public toilets are available at Memorial Park Playground.

Is there parking at Memorial Park Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Memorial Park Playground.

Does Memorial Park Playground have water play?

Memorial Park Playground is listed as having water play or a splash feature, typically open in the warmer months. Check recent photos to confirm before you go.

Does Memorial Park Playground have a flying fox?

Memorial Park Playground is listed as having a flying fox or zip line. Equipment is sometimes removed, so check recent photos or visit notes.

Are there picnic tables at Memorial Park Playground?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Memorial Park Playground.

Does Memorial Park Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Memorial Park Playground.

Does Memorial Park Playground have a slide?

Yes, Memorial Park Playground includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Memorial Park Playground?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Memorial Park Playground.

Playground

Memorial Park Playground

Name: Memorial Park Playground
Address: Memorial Park, NZ
Price range: Free
Rating: 4.8

Memorial Park

4.8

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Best suited to

Toddler zone0–4Child5–9Tween10+

NearbyTall dropWaterSkateparkAt a distance

Why these ages?

Iconic Tauranga destination: infant swing, basket swing and spring see-saw give a genuine toddler zone, while the rocket-themed novelty tubular slide is tall and thrilling, skate ramp and mini golf run alongside, and a paddling pool sits within the park. Reviewer flags 'inside of a park so no need to worry about traffic'. Not fenced but well set back. Best for confident toddlers upward.

Accessibility

Partial access

+ Step-free path to the play- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description explicitly says the entrance is step free so getting a pram or wheelchair onto the site is not a barrier, but it also directly warns that bark surfacing underfoot can be uneven going for wheelchair or buggy users.

What's here

Baby swingsClimbing frameFlying foxParkingPicnic tablesSeesawSlideSwingsToiletsWater playSign in to add

This harbourside reserve between Eleventh and Seventh Avenues pairs a modern playground with a working fountain, a mini golf course, a skate ramp and wide picnic lawns, making it one of Tauranga's most used family spaces. A cenotaph and memorial buildings nearby give the reserve a layer of local history rare in a suburban park.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2017.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
HistoryMemorial Park hosts Tauranga's civic Anzac Day service, held at the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre area within the park, with wreath laying and park and ride available; the park's cenotaph and memorial gates commemorate local First and Second World War dead.
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On siteEquipment includes novelty tubular slide (rocket), multi-play climbing structure, multi-play structure (with tubular slide), basket swing, swings (with infant swing), multi-play climbing frame, spring loaded see-saw, skate ramp.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, infant swing, spring loaded see-saw.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include public toilets, a barbecue, seating, a paddling pool.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: Virtually no shade for some play equipment. Some established trees in the surrounding area may provide some shade at other times during the day & for spectators. Tree shade for at least one seat.
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Handy to knowParking: off street parking.
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Handy to knowThe site is adjacent to adjacent to beach, adjacent to swimming pool (entry fee),.
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From the crew

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Nuttalika N.
from Google15 Apr 2026
It was a great activity. I liked it very much.😍🫶🏻 And for children during school holidays. …
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B B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
This is one of the few parks my family truly loves to visit. It offers plenty of parking, making it convenient, and its location near the city means we don’t have to travel far. The open spaces, well-maintained facilities, and relaxing atmosphere make it a great spot for family outings and birthday celebrations.
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An K.
from Google15 Apr 2026
The signs aren't very clear about where the spots are. Best plan is to drive around all the parking areas alongside the beach, and along the back of the park, and look for the blue striped, painted parking areas for self-contained freedom parking spots. They are dotted around the park, some are single vehicle spaces. Lovely views of beach and park. Big areas to walk the dog. No hassles, stayed midweek.
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William L.
from Google15 Apr 2026
If you Google "Best playground in Tauranga", you are likely to get Memorial Park coming up near the top and I can see why. Lots of parking available near the playground, which consists of a variety of activities to keep the kids …
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Butch R.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Labour Day 2023 long weekend stroll... Spacious place to have picnics and a children's play- ground right across an estuary beach. Relaxing to unwind and free your mind. The only thing noticeable are cars parked of homeless sleeping in it.
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Nishanthi
from Google15 Apr 2026
It was a sunny beautiful day. We came here around 12. noon, and first enjoyed a cool train ride. Kids had a really fun time. Then they wanted to ride a car, it is a 7 minutes ride for 7 dollars. Two kids fit in one car. There is a mini golf too. Plenty of piknic tables, a nice playground for kids, tall slide, even adults can have a go. It is situated in a beautiful location. One side is beautiful sea and the other side you can see the roof tops of nice town houses. It is a great location that you can spend few hours with your kids. There are clean public toilets. Oh I forgot Ice cream 🍦
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KT
from Google15 Apr 2026
Awesome place. Mini Golf, Train rides. The mini golf is affordable compared to others I have been to or looked at. Big playground and field to play on. A fountain. A nice place to hang out
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Christina C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Took my Special Needs daughter down and met her friends there for the Halloween train rides. Lovely lot of people helping out with the train rides, so friendly helpful and supportive of our loved ones who got to have many rounds of train rides. The delight 😊 that showed on their faces said it all! Thank you do much to everyone who voluntarily gives up their time to run the trains for everyone 👌
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Mauricio K.
from Google15 Apr 2026
What an amazing park, for kids of all ages and tastes. There is this tall slider in a rocket form, monkey bars and heaps of other things to play with. For toddlers, there is the small car circuit, where they can drive jeeps, fire trucks and …
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Nicci M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
My toddler loved the wide open spaces, great walk along oceanside into the train park. VERY attractive park top on our list the trains are a must $2 very welcoming town
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