The Best Playgrounds Around Murcia for Families with Kids 🌳

We all know that a great playground can turn a family day out from “okay” to amazing. Whether you live here or you’re visiting sunny Murcia with the little ones, we’ve pulled together our personal favourites. Playgrounds that are clean, shaded, fun, and perfect for all ages.

All of these are pram friendly, picnic friendly, and parent approved. Let’s go play!

🐊 La Pandilla de Drilo Park (Molina de Segura)

📍 Calle Escuelas, 30500 Molina de Segura

• Website: https://lapandilladedrilo.com/parques/

This bright, music-themed park is all about imagination and it is centred on Drilo el Cocodrilo and friends, a beloved Murcian children’s icon.

• Toilets: Yes

• Benches: Picnic tables and shaded seating

• Café: Kiosk open on weekends for snacks and drinks

• Facilities: Four distinct play zones (including a sports area and a train themed section, zip lines, climbing frames, rubber surfaced safety flooring, and shady tree cover. Please note this park can get very busy during the weekends.

• Why we love it: It really is one of the best parks we have seen in the area! The grassy hill also gives off Teletubbies vibes! There are bright themed zones, zip lines, and creative play spaces that children adore. After a visit our girls talk about it for days!

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🌳 Avenida Libertad Wooden Forest-Themed Play Area (Murcia City Centre)

📍 Avenida Libertad, pedestrian strip near Zara Home & El Corte Inglés

Shopping in the city centre with kids? This is your secret weapon. Right on the pedestrian walkway is a beautifully designed wooden play area, split into two zones, one for younger children and one for older and it is complete with canopies and safe flooring.

• Toilets: Not onsite, but nearby in El Corte Inglés or local cafés

• Benches: Yes

• Café: Loads of options just steps away

• Why we love it: It’s clean, shaded, and right in the middle of the action. Perfect for keeping kids happy and giving them a bit of fresh air between browsing the shops. And no dust or mess ...just lovely, natural feel play.

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🍋 El Limonero (Jardines del Malecón, Murcia City)

📍 End of Jardines del Malecón, Calle San Pedro, 30004 Murcia

A spectacular 10 m-high climbing structure shaped like a lemon tree, designed by Xogo‑Galopín to celebrate play and Murcia’s citrus heritage.

• Opening Hours:

  • Summer (15 June – 15 Sept): Mon–Fri 18:00–22:00; Sat, Sun & holidays 11:00–14:00 & 18:00–22:00

  • Winter (16 Sept – 14 June): Mon–Fri 16:00–20:00; Sat, Sun & holidays 11:00–14:00 & 16:00–20:00 

• Age Range: Suited for climbers aged 6–14, with staff presence to ensure safety .

• Toilets: Located nearby in the Malecón gardens.

• Benches: Ample seating around the play area.

• Café: Close by in the gardens or surrounding streets.

• Why we love it: A striking, adventurous climb for older children. Plus those sunset climbs in summer are magical! Just check the on‑site staff for current opening times.

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🛝 Parque Infantil Urbanización Montevida (La Alberca, Murcia)

📍 Urbanización Montevida, 30150 La Alberca, Murcia

This area is a real haven for families, not just one playground, but lots of parks nestled across the residential development. Each playground offers rubber safety flooring, shade sails, and natural shade from the sun, which is perfect during the summer months!

• Play Zones: Absolutely loads of play areas, we lost count!

• Shade: Plenty! Thanks to canopy sails over each play area and surrounded by tree cover.

• Toilets: None onsite (good idea to prepare ahead).

• Benches: Available throughout for rest and supervision.

• Café: None within the development

• Why we love it: It feels like a small park town, it is calm, safe, and with options for toddlers and older kids alike. We love taking a family walk from one playground to the next, enjoying the greenery, fresh air, and generous shade. Ideal all year round!

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🌿 Jardín de Floridablanca (Murcia City)

📍 Plaza de la Glorieta, 30001 Murcia

Spain’s oldest public garden is a beautiful place to slow down. Giant ficus and jacaranda trees line the walkways, and there's a sweet little play area tucked between sculptures and fountains. A peaceful spot for little ones to explore.

• Toilets: Yes! Public toilets are located at the southern end of the garden near Puente Viejo.

• Benches: Lots

• Café: Just outside the gates

• Why we love it: The whole garden feels calming, shaded, and totally pram friendly. The perfect for a gentle start to your day.

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Park	Best For	Shade	Toilets	Benches	Café	Highlights
Jardín de Floridablanca	Pram strolls + historic relaxation	✅	✅ (south end)	✅	✅	Spain’s oldest garden, small playground, great shade
La Pandilla de Drilo	Themed adventure for all ages	✅	✅	✅	✅ (weekends)	Drilo-themed play zones, zip lines, musical features (no train)
Montevida Playground	Variety, calm, and shaded green zones	✅	⚪	✅	⚪	13–16 playgrounds across shaded gardens; ideal for stroll + play
El Limonero (Malecón)	Older kids who love climbing	✅	Nearby	✅	✅	10 m lemon-tree structure; Summer hours: 18:00–22:00 most days
Avenida Libertad Play Area	Shopping break & toddler fun	✅	Nearby	✅	✅	Forest-themed wooden play, split zones for 3–6 & 7–12 yrs, central spot