Central Park, New York, NY
Hours
Open 7:00-18:00 from Nov 1-March 1 and 7:00-21:00 from March 2-Oct 31.
Price
Free public playground.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
2 public sources · Checked Apr 11, 2026.
Why included
Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.
What we verified
What remains unknown
Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.
Hours
Open 7:00-18:00 from Nov 1-March 1 and 7:00-21:00 from March 2-Oct 31.
Price
Free public playground.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
A high-value Manhattan pick for inclusive public play, especially if you need sensory support and an accessible restroom in Central Park.
Label
EntryNotes
Public NYC Parks playground.Price
FreeRobert Bendheim Playground is Central Park's designated Playground for All Children and remains one of Manhattan's strongest fully inclusive public playground options. Official NYC Parks details confirm ground-level play, water-based play features, accessible swings for younger children, sensory-friendly spaces, and multi-sensory auditory, tactile, and visual elements. Families also get a wheelchair-accessible public restroom and accessible drinking fountain nearby. It is especially useful for families who want inclusive play in a high-profile Central Park setting without needing a paid attraction.
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
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Address
100 St & 5th Ave
New York, NY
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Reviewed as
Municipal source review
April 11, 2026
Created production listing from official NYC Parks sources.
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