Great place to cool off and get fresh air. There is parking if you are patient even on busy summer days. Dog and kid friendly, there are clean public restrooms and snack bars with fair prices near the fountain park ($1 bottles of water!) There are spots to sit to watch the water and boats.

This is a fantastic spot to come with children. There’s the splash pad section which is pretty much for all ages. The city keeps it very clean and no pets are allowed. It’s nice that it’s by a big grassy area which you can come with an umbrella and snacks. There’s also the park part which is designed for kids 2 and up. The park is very nice but there were some homeless people that got on the playground and were scaring the kids. The park is fantastic but security should be tighter at this park for families to feel safe.

OMG! My sister who lives in San Diego brought us here with the kids to the splash park! This place is amazing for children. I can't recommend this enough. Where to start? So much to do, endless water play - kiddos literally couldn't get enough of it. And then a huge playground with so much to explore. Absolutely lovely. Get there early, find parking and plan to have sandos on the lawns or grab food nearby. Brilliant day outing. Can't wait to visit again when we are back to SD!

I've been emotionally distraught, mentally drained and physically exhausted! Waterfront Park, Almost immediately took my Anxiety away! Park was Peaceful and Serene! Yet, full of Life! People, Cars, Bicycles, Skateboarding, Dogs playfully running, children splashing in the waterfall, Homeless people laying down on Benches, Security Guards Canvassing area, Ships Standing, Boats Gliding thru the Ocean and Glistening, Ripples Dancing on the water! Clear Baby blue Skies with the most Life Giving Light that Calmed My Heart Wrenching Troubled Heart n Warmed Me Up Inside soothing my inner most Demons and turned them into Dare I say Sparkling Diamonds! This is what I needed to brighten my Spirits and Help me see Bright Sunshine Thru My Deeply Clouded Thoughts and Opened Up The Way to Seeing That All Is Good With The Universe and I just need to Take a Moment to Soak in the Many Reasons to be Grateful for the Simple things and center myself with Nature! & Nature will run its course!

We love the waterfront park. During the summer we’re there a couple times a week. Even in the cooler months the shallow water with the black bottom keeps the water warm. We love hitting the New Childrens Museum and then the waterpark. There are food trucks nearby on the weekends too. There are benches with shade but those areas also have some loose decomposed granite so if you want to be in the grassy part and not get dirty, bring an umbrella. Depending on which security guard is there, you may not be allowed to play with water toys. It’s really nice that the playground is right there, it provides hours of engagement and group play in the water and the playground! It’s also sweet that people getting married stroll by :) the gardens on the north side provide a meditative walk too. Only downside is parking can be hairy and during the summer they sometimes close down the area for music festivals.

A perfect place for the K-8 kids to play. So beautiful! Security keeps the park clean and safe for the kids.

Nice area, we were just there to board the Admiral Hornblower for the dinner cruise.

This park is right outside SD County office on Harbour drive. This place has changed a lot in past two years. The addition of water play area is a hit amongst people of all groups. Kids to adults they just enjoy playing in the water or sitting with their toes dipped watching the ships sail by. Also the play park and walking trails are well developed and positioned if someone wants to take a stroll. The underground parking lot is ideally located so that you do not have to cross any roads to reach this beautiful spot and is just a few steps away. Must visit if you are visiting SD downtown.

Fun park to let the kids run around. Pretty views of the water across the street and the tall buildings.

I cannot believe that this water park is 100% free.🤯 just wow. Thank you san diego citizens.

Beautiful and safe park with water features, rock climbing wall and many other gymnastic types of equipment for kids. Park is just across the street and in view of the ocean, boardwalk and Star of India sailing ship. The city and county municipal building is next door plus the park has uniformed security present.

Nice park right next to the water. Beautiful views of the city and feels safe as well. Lots of stuff to do in walking distance too!

wow wow wow, I’m from Vancouver and I flew up to attend an event here and this venue is just fabulous. I love the length, beauty of it right by the water, the well designed fountains, the layout. It’s truly a fabulous park and the park rangers were so kind and genuinely cared about public safety

Love the location. It's near the city hall and the waterfront. Walking distance to the cruises and USS midway. The playground is very modern. It's very well kept. They have ample tables and chairs. Overall, it's a great place to bring kids to play around.

Park is so much fun for kids. Can get busy and parking is limited. There's not a lot of natural shade, so bring an umbrella or canopy. Security also walks around and makes sure everything is cool. All in all a nice way to spend a hot day

It was the perfect day. Sun was shinning the weather was sweet here. We brought our food and beverages there was plenty of other people but everyone was social distancing. The bathrooms were open and super clean. There was security at all times counted about 6 of them. The kids had a blast in the water we had a blast watching them. Definitely something to do more often.

Cute little park with seating to enjoy a snack with views of the bay on one side and downtown San Diego on the other. We enjoyed eating our smoothie bowls here. Public bathrooms available as well.

I LOVE this place. So much beautiful art that is based on the Chicano culture and lifestyle. You can feel the pride of the people. I am so glad it has stood the test of time and hopefully for many more generations.

This park has the most colorful attitude that speaks dance for me until all that has past and that still exists comes alive and becomes 1NE with each other. The art,the people,there vibes are beautiful. Just check it out!

With world class views of the San Diego Harbor and the historic Star of India, this public park is everything we need and didn't realize we wanted. A fun and safe space for children and families to congregate and cool off. Parking can be challenging depending on what day and time you go but that comes with the territory as it's a public space. There are restrooms and a deli/Cafe for your convenience as well as benches and picnic tables. Bring a blanket and some towels. Pack some snacks and make a day of it. The kids will thank you for it and you'll thank me soon thereafter. I didn't see any creepers there that day... in fact I looked and looked and kept my open for a creeper only to discover that that creeper was me. I'm the weirdo. I'm the one people are not sure about. Hot dangit.

Nice area to chill and lots to look at out to the marina. Sometimes they’ll host outdoor concerts

Love this place. Kid friendly and great for adults too. This park is adjacent to the San Diego County administrative offices. The vast park underground is free for three hours during weekdays.

This place is amazing nice weather, awesome views and tons to do whether your looking for a place to eat or maybe go to a bar. They even had a arts and crafts market for up and coming artists. Had a great time and would definitely like to come back again and will tell anyone coming to San Diego to check it out.

We had the closing ceremony for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3-Day 2021 walk here. It was a great location for this. (Parking was a little tough though). The fountains and sunset were lovely!

Great spot for events, I came here after my race for the San Diego Marathon and they brought in a band and fresh drinks from June Shine. Don’t mind the Theragun and compression boots my legs were sore 😂

Nice spot to watch a concert or stroll around a food and beer festival. There is a huge park nearby with different structures and slides. The floor is spongy.

Such a clean and safe park! There are plenty of seating areas and picnic tables. I love the fact that it's in downtown San Diego. Big plus are the views!

In the heart of downtown San Diego's Little Italy, Waterfront Park becomes my dynamic outdoor gym. The it's fun to do pushups against the backdrop of the waterfront. Here, the diverse community converges at this scenic spot, making it an ideal haven for personal growth or just a good place to relax.

Great set up for kids and families. Ideal spot to spend some time outdoors with the family with plenty to do. The play ground is spacious and fun for kids of all ages. Parking is difficult and the water fountain features not on. But still lots of fun and the views around the bay and Port Amazing. There are public restrooms, a snack bar and food vendors all around.

Really nice park with well manicured gardens, fountains, and art installations. Great place to picnic and bring kids and pets. Although, dogs are not allowed in the fountains. The park is located right next to the San Diego County Administration center, just across the street from San Diego Harbor. So there are plenty of tourist attractions (Star of India, museums) and other activities in the immediate area.

Really nice place for a picnic or playing catch with friends. Sometimes you get to see some really cool boats pass by!

Come take a walk at this mellow park, when the fountain is open kids will have so much fun.

Is a really good place to walk and do exercise and have a fun time there.

Awesome park! New playground equipment, sea saw, swings, jungle gym, and giant hill with a super big slide (dangerous for the young ones). No sand pit. Kids are allowed in the water fountain as well (no toys). Great area for spending the day and catching some sun. Across the street is the embarcadero with pirate ships. This park has bathrooms and active security guards (keep out the homeless).

Water starts filling up around 10 am but the fountains don’t turn on until 11 am! Super fun spot. Pretty easy to social distance as long as other parents are doing their part. Not a lot of shade but you could bring your own tent or umbrella. Cute little lunch/coffee shop on the south side

Good place to walk for everyone and play for children. Nice view around. U can watch big ships etc.

Very nice park to sit and view the harbor.

I love everything down here the views, the pubs all the wonderful people. It's great place to take a nice long stroll after a good meal. Pkeanty of

Love it

Finally Dave baby has come back, to San Diego!!!!!

Bring the kids! Play in the fountains....great place for a pick nick.

No free parking

I love the energy of this place

Is awesome! That place, my kid loves to be there.

It was really fun theres water and fun stuff its really cool

One of the best parks in SD city, after Balboa of course. This place is perfect for everything as it sits in the lap of donwtown proper, with the skyline above you and the majestic harbor with its sunsets to your side. Check this place out for romantic walks, pleasing scenery and inspirational sculptures

Awesome park for kids

Great place to relax, read a book, picnic or work out. Super fun for kids on the warm or hot days to cool off and have a blast in the water park area. All the best eateries, bayside attractions and more within walking distance of this world famous waterfront.

It was great !

Great San Diego is amazing. Best place to live in America.

A nice experience if you have kids!

It's really great has nice views and gras.

One of my 2 favorite parks .

Restoring the Historic Fountains out front

Totally awesome

It was a beautiful drive by in the rain!

Awesome

This park is cool and so close to so many other things. What a cool walk around the waterfront area. So much to see even in the winter time (December). We walked, but you can rent a scooter and ride around the area but I needed to get my steps in. Everyone will enjoy the views. The Midway (carrier 41) as well as other carriers visible on Coronado Island from here. The Midway Museum was not open due to COVID. Hope you enjoy this walk and please Thumbs up pictures if you like them.

Bernice and fan

Maritime Museum CLOSED!

I love this place! The murals, the heritage, it's people....I hope it never changes!!! Barrio Logan and Chicano park are beautiful!

We love this place!

An Amazing Place

A very beautiful place. You can lie down on the grass and have lunch. There were a lot of people on the playground. Therefore, our children enjoyed playing ball on the field. An amazing sculpture met us on the way.

I am impressed with San Diego’s water front. It’s old ships and submarines even an aircraft carrier. Maybe I am being picky but I think San Diego can do better for their downtown kids park. They should look at Seattle Science Centers rope park for a comparison. It has a lot more for the children to climb around on and is more challenging. Hopefully the city council will upgrade it sometime.👍🏻

First time visiting. Beautiful and clean. Ocean front view just right across the street. I took my toddler on a late morning during the weekday & it was not crowded. I highly recommend for parents with little ones.

Beautiful

Fun walked my dog there

Beautiful place to visit and see the sunset & and so much more!!!

Love this place!

Nice park but no bikes allowed even though it's got huge wide sidewalks..so to me its two stars...

The place to be in the cold winter months. The pictures one can take is awesome. I never went up to the Battery lookout, until the night of a photo shootout and it was awesome. You just have to realize the beauty of it all in the still night.

Always pick up great rides on my Uber job from this area. The graffiti is off the chain good.... 🔗👀Tribal Star

Beautiful park. I love to bring people from out of town here. U can watch low riders and people during the weekend. Hand ball and basket ball courts available as well as playground equipment. If u only go once, be sure you're there for Chicano Park Day in April.

The different artwork was great, brings me back to the roots.

Chicano Park is always a favorite! Beautiful art, usually some music, lots of friendly faces and just a serene vibe.

I hadn't been in a long time, like a decade. Decided to take my boyfriend and we left after 10 minutes. A lot of loitering. Bathroom was disgusting. The murals are fun to look at but you can't enjoy if you're afraid of standing around to long. Last time I was there a local friend took me. I wish I could write a better review but it didn't feel safe.

The imagry is captivating. The energy is melancholic but grounding.

Chicano Park is an amazing gallery of Art, Art History, World History, Local history, and Political Science. It is evidence of the resilience, creativity, solidarity and culture of the people of Barrio Logan and surrounding areas. We are so lucky to have this National Landmark in San Diego where it is available to everyone!

Amazing, historically beautiful.

The murals are beautiful. There are some people set up with easy up selling souvenirs and shirts. Located under the Coranado Bridge in Barrio Logan. Just don’t go there at night

Great experience

Super scary. Homeless walking up to your car, no kids were there, only grown men

Chicano Park art is Amazing 👏

Rich with chicano culture

Awesome art work

Great Place to Visit, Great History and just Amazing Art!!

My first time being there it was nice to see something so latino

Amazing cultural site near Downtown SD, perfect for picnics and families. Includes kids playground, and an amazing skate park.. Its a well respected place, you wont find too many loud groups here. Enjoy a lovely stroll, taking in all Mexican heritage and cultural representation on massive columns.

Totally. Awesome.

Don't go here.

Gorgeous art!

Gorgeous place!

Excellent, clean area to take in Chicano culture, history and wonderful art. Can breeze through in 20 minutes or take it all in over 4 hours.

Strippers

Incredibly fascinated...

Historic park in the city but not a place you'd typically want to hang out at unless you're a skateboarder. Lots of shady characters around most days unless locals are showing off their cars.

Chicano park is a safe place to be yourself and where you can see the reality of lives had to strugglele to make it what it is.

Beautiful chicano art.

Chicano Park is really cool if you want to get in touch with your roots...VIVA LA RAZA

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Happy

Beautiful

Love the freedom of culture of the area, beautiful and historic

Good place to play cards and relax

Love it

It's very peaceful and they have restrooms open to the public.

You'll appreciate the art here. They allow open container

This was a wonderful and beautiful experience i had seeing my heritage.

full of beautiful murals. bboys practicing in the pavilion were fun to watch too

Its wonderful park,real place for a real person enjoy it and have fun.

Lovely place to walk around.

My hometown i miss it

So much history! Beautiful murals!

A lot of people come by and take pictures. And a lot of basketball player and handball players.... cool place to listen to music and shoot the B ball!!

Perfect - live music, food, weather.

It's full of homeless people

My first concert ever! Loved it! We did get there late and missed out but in the end, my husband and I had a great time!

We love this public park, for it's great location along the San Diego Bay, the cool ocean breezes, the fun water feature, the grassy area to play sports (although the grass has dried out due to the drought), and the playground with all sorts of attractions for the kids. Our son spent nearly every day having fun here during the two years we lived downtown, and it's always fun to come back for a visit.

It is a beautiful, clean place and you can enjoy with your family the events that are organized there.

My kids love To Play Here , Bay front Harbor view Love this

Boats are huge and some awesome places to eat but I think after seeing the scenic views of the ocean with cliffs tgat this area lacks that beauty! Don’t get me wrong it’s still pretty and coming here to take a dinner or brunch cruise, checking out the little pop up shops and things like that are still great!

Its a must anytime I'm in san diego. Great playground and don't forget an extra set of clothes for the kiddos to splash around in!!Street metered parking is the trickiest, but that's usually the norm in any downtown area. Plenty of paid lots around the park.

Beautiful place to bring your kiddos. Free. And they can play in the water. We love this place ❤

We went once for a concert and once for a visit. It was enjoyable but just outside there's a large homeless population. Would have given 5 stars but again we were fine. Visit during the day.

Great place for the family for walk or explore something new and the best of all for free and for the kids to play on the water and why not adults can do the too

After the renovation, Waterfront Park is now a destination in San Diego for children and families during the summer days. At night it has many festivals and events for 21+. The water features are meant to be played in so bring a swimsuit!! There are large new playgrounds and swaths of grass and trees along the water features. It's also boasts plenty of paid parking $10, clean indoor bathrooms, and several different food shacks in the park. While playing in the fountain you can watch the downtown skyline begin to light up or turn the other way and watch the sunset over the bay and docked boats. You aren't a San Diegan until you've had this experience on a hot summer day!

Love this park for our family! We have lived in little Italy for almost 4 years and this is our go to park. They finally started resurfacing the nasty playground area so we are excited for that. My only gripe is the rules they enforce for the kids toys and bike/scooters. As a local, there is no safe space for my toddler to ride her scooter and security always gives her a hard time. I get it, bird & lime scooters are the worst and incredibly dangerous but I doubt my 30 pound 5 year going the speed of a snail will hurt anyways. Just my two cents, read the room! Motorized scooters suck but let the little kids enjoy some excercise on their little tricycle or scooters. Little Italy is riddled with tourist so we can’t enjoy our sidewalks any more, let them at least enjoy the park.

It's a great park for kids to have fun.

Hubbington and I were able to watch a beautiful sunset and look at all the cool boats and they also had a submarine, which was cool!!

Fantastic park. Playground for all ages with great climbing structures, swings, 2 huge slides, and even a seesaw! New slip resistant turf was recently installed and it's soft enough to protect against injuries from falls from playground equipment. There is an huge kids' water park near by, where the deepest part of the water is 1 foot—so safe for all kids. There is a huge grass area right next to the park and water park in case you want to play on grass, soccer, picnic, etc. Highly recommend. Plenty of public restrooms and a little restaurant with very good priced snacks and beverages on the park grounds. Lots of parking nearby, but will have to pay either metered parking or in a dedicated paid parking lot. One of the best and most versatile family parks in San Diego! Highly recommend.

Awesome Park went there to see a concert on the 13th lots of fun really nice area nice dining downtown the boardwalk is awesome

This is such a prime location for safe parking if you get there early enough, which my wife and I did! We went for a 4-mile stroller run with our dog to the convention center and back just to see the Comic-Con craziness. The sites were excellent, and it was wonderful to return and relax on the grass while our girls stomped around in the shallow water while the fountain sprayed down on them. Fun fact, I believe it cost almost $50 million to build the park a few years ago. That about caused me to choke, but I was thankful for the expenditure that gave my family such beautiful and tangible benefits!