Playground

The Afton Road playground in Serra Mesa is a straightforward neighborhood park that does what a good community playground should: give kids a safe, maintained outdoor space to run and play without any fuss or cost. Located at 3234-3238 Afton Rd in the Serra Mesa neighborhood, this is a well-rated local park that serves the surrounding residential community.

The playground features standard equipment — climbing structures, slides, and swings — suited for toddlers through elementary-age kids. It's not a destination park, but for families staying in the Mission Valley, Kearny Mesa, or Serra Mesa area, it's a convenient and reliable option for outdoor time.

With hours from 8am to 10pm daily, this playground offers more evening flexibility than many San Diego parks, making it useful for families who want to avoid midday heat. The evening hours are particularly practical for summer visits when temperatures don't drop until after dinner.

No concessions or amenities beyond the playground itself — pack snacks, water, and sunscreen. Street parking in the surrounding neighborhood is free.

For families looking for nearby food after the park, Convoy Street is about 10 minutes away and offers one of San Diego's best concentrations of Asian restaurants, from ramen to dim sum to Korean BBQ — a solid post-playground meal option for adventurous families.