The Yard
Construction PlaygroundAdventure Playground
Ages 0–19
☀️ Outdoors
NYC's adventure playground on Governors Island featuring loose-parts play with wood, tools, paint, and scrap materials. Trained playworkers supervise kids-only main area (ages 5-19) and separate family play zone for under-5s with caregivers. Self-directed building, exploration, and creative destruction in a 50,000-square-foot outdoor space.
Practical info
40 Barry Rd, New York, NY 10004, USA
Ages 0–19
Free
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
Sat12:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun12:00 – 4:00 PM
Plan Your Visit
Insider tip
Accessible only by ferry from 10 South St Manhattan (requires 15-20 minute travel plus ferry schedule); open weekends 12-4pm mid-April through mid-November only, so plan seasonally. Arrive early as weekend hours are limited.
