Playgrounds at Daffin Park

The Playgrounds at Daffin Park are the child-specific entry point to one of Savannah's great public spaces. Daffin Park itself is 86 acres of live oaks, open lawns, a central lake, tennis courts, and classic park infrastructure — and the playgrounds sit within this context, making a visit feel like more than just equipment time.

For families, Daffin works as a multi-hour destination. Start with playground time for younger kids, then explore the lake path (turtles and herons are reliably present), kick a ball in the open fields, and enjoy the shade that Daffin's mature tree canopy provides. In a city where summer heat is genuinely oppressive, park shade is a practical resource.

The Midtown Savannah location makes Daffin accessible and practical — it's not a drive-across-the-city commitment. The surrounding neighborhood has good dining options for a post-park lunch. The park is also popular with Savannah residents for evening walks and weekend picnics, which gives it a community feel rather than a tourist feel.

Free, open, beautiful — Daffin Park represents one of Savannah's best free family assets. Morning visits are strongly recommended in summer; the heat and humidity of a Savannah July afternoon make open park time genuinely uncomfortable after 11am. Come early, bring water, and enjoy one of the South's better examples of what an urban park should be.