Landscaping is intentional, benches all around, beautiful trees and peaceful crowds. Truly love…read moreevery visit.

We were in the area for a festival and read that this park was great for dogs and had a dog park…read morearea. We walked up the HUGE San Francisco hill to the park, and then the whole park is a hill. The park is beautiful, there are sidewalks throughout, a nice playground for kids, a dog park area with a fence around it, and a summit area. Near the summit there was a coffee truck, Native Twins Coffee, that was perfect to grab a coffee or matcha. The dog park was a good size, it's long and fenced in, but on the hill so if you're planning on playing fetch/catch with your dog it'll either be throwing up hill or chasing it downhill. There were some trees, so there was some shade in the area too, plus a water fountain in case your dog gets thirsty. I will say, there were dogs all over the park off leash, not just in the turfed dog area. The dogs that were off leash were well behaved, but we kept an eye on our dog (on leash) and the others around us just to be safe. The summit is really pretty with some areas to sit down and plenty of shade. The view was great, and there were groups of people there for a birthday party. The playground area also had some seating nearby and another party was happening in that area. Despite the giant hill, this was a very cute park. I'd definitely stop by again.

Five stars, but with a big asterisk. Playing pickleball at…read moreGoldman on a sunny afternoon is one of my favorite things about living in SF. Beautiful facilities. Staff is always friendly and helpful. I only play pickleball here so can't speak to the tennis side of things, but the pickleball experience is top notch. Shout-out to Joel if you're taking lessons. Patient, clear, actually makes you better. Try to get him if you can. If you are a complete newbie, a clinic or group class is helpful. Beyond that, I think they are a bit overpriced for what you get. Instructors are good but with that many people on a court, you don't get individual attention. They recently started offering smaller-group lessons which seems like a better format. Now the asterisk. Reservations are basically impossible. Booking opens at 12:30pm and courts are gone in, not an exaggeration, one second. Again, I'm not exaggerating. And even if you click at exactly 12:30:00, you still might not get one. I've also heard the owners aren't fans of pickleball and aren't planning to add more courts, which if true is a bummer because the demand is obviously there. Honestly the reservation thing is so bad I went back and forth on whether this should be four stars. But the place itself is so great, maybe it's just a victim of its own success. If you CAN get a reservation, it's unbeatable.

Very nice club. People at the front desk were very knowledgeable. I ended up buying a racquet,…read moreWilson Blade v10. The grip size I wanted was not available but the front desk sourced it immediately and they strung it for free if you provide the strings. The string job was nice, tension felt right and it was done fast. Very nice club with employees who know tennis.

Absolutely LOVE Alice marble. The location, the views, the easy parking, everything. Depending on…read morewhen you book, it can be tricky to find a reservation, but if you plan out your visit far enough in advance, playing a match or two at Alice marble is a MUST

Did u see the high school in Ten Things I hate About You with Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles..where…read morethe high school overlooks the city and it's sunny. This hidden rare tennis court with basketball is near Lombard Street and in between Russian Hill and North Beach. It's got a 360 view of SF. It's a hidden tennis court u might not frequent..U can reserve tennis. It's nice when it's a sunny day and the court is clean but pretty busy. We played for an hour. San Francisco is a resort. Thanks to parks and rec for this work.

From Alamo Square Park a mile and a half north you can see the top of what locals call its "sister…read morepark", Alta Plaza in tony Pacific Heights. Alta Plaza has a storied history in San Francisco cinema including a filming location of Palme d'Or winner, Francis Ford Coppola's "The Conversation" with Gene Hackman, Robert Duvall (in another uncredited role in 1970s cinema), John Cazale and Harrison Ford. Alta Plaza appears in the dream sequence with surveillance expert Hackman as Harry Caul, fearing his work is endangering the lives of two people. Look at the concrete steps and see the visible chips from damage done by a car chase scene from the Peter Bogdanovich's madcap comedy, "What's Up, Doc". Beautiful views, a children's park, three tennis courts, basketball courts and a dog run complete with Pug Day play dates, my professional dog walker neighbor had a little group that met up here. And, you might run into SFPD on their Suzuki motorcycles, the final test before they get their shields: They have to navigate the steep inclines on motorbike to pass. Beautiful sights, park setting, recreational opportunities and film history, Alta Plaza is a notable spot for locals and visitors alike.

I really like this park because not only is it not that crowded because of being a smaller park in…read morethe city, but also it has some amazing views over the city ! In parts of the park, you can also see the ocean. There's a playground here, tennis courts, a large field, and restrooms. If you're getting there by foot, be prepared to get a work out because it is very uphill. That being said, I also see people workout at this park, primarily running up and down the stairs on one side of it. My partner and I have enjoyed coming here to picnic before, too. Also, if you do happen to want to park here, I don't recall parking being too difficult as you could probably find some street parking in the neighborhoods nearby.

A nice little gem in the neighborhood, just off of Market Street on outskirts of the Western…read moreAddition. A nice children's playground, a small basketball half-court, peaceful and thoughtful Mother Nature, and even has a city view.

First time I've seen this park. What a gem. The view of the city skyline was a treat to see…read more Picturesque.

From 1927-2006, its official name was the Chinese Playground. Generations of Chinatown residents…read morestill call it that because it was simply but descriptively named, like Weather Channel, Container Store, or the New York lawyer Sue Yoo. Historically, this playground was a central battleground for community activism in the late 60s and 70s because the city originally planned to tear it down to construct a parking garage. But the city lost! Boo hoo! ​When the park was renamed for USF basketball legend Willie Wong, it was championed by those very same local residents who had spent decades playing on its courts. Who knew? ​ The small but clean park is blends modern recreational facilities with vibrant Chinese mythology themes. The playground features custom, large-scale wooden climbing structures, so watch out for splinters and don't get a booboo at Woo Woo. The massive blue water dragon that wraps around a two-level tower slide and a fiery phoenix sculpture that bridges the play zones can make kids are coo coo at Woo Woo. Dogs aren't allowed so you don't step in doodoo at Woo Woo. With newly updated outdoor courts equipped for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickleball, plus a dedicated outdoor plaza with fitness equipment so I can lose weight and stop wearing that mumu at Woo Woo. Residents frequently practice tai chi on the plaza. That harmony and energy provides good juju at Woo Woo. Just don't play your music loud We don't want to hear your U2 at Woo Woo. The park links to an expanded, multi-level community clubhouse that serves as a neighborhood center, hosting youth workshops, senior events, and local programming, including ballet, so bring your tutu to Woo Woo. There's plenty of places to picnic, so bring your sandwiches, buns, and Yoo-Hoo to Woo Woo. There's a bathroom, too, in case you need to poopoo at Woo Woo.

I stumbled across Willie Woo Woo Wong Playground while my family and I were visiting Woh Hei Yuen…read morePark. Willie Woo Woo Wong is great for children of all ages. The play area is broken down into to parts- one for toddlers and one for older, more active kiddos. My 5.5 year old enjoyed climbing on and through the gigantic dragon structure before heading on to the larger fixture equipped with a tunnel slide. Neighboring is a large metal slide with the climbing knobs on both sides. There are also basketball courts for those who are into hooping. The park seems to be pretty well kept aside from the bottom lip of the tunnel slide being broken. There are restrooms available that appear to be quite clean from the outside as well as water refilling station. 5/5 stars. Willie Woo Woo Wong Playground really has thought of it all. Extra points for my daughter making friends with little miss Jessica- we were so sad to end the play shesh!!

Me and my girlfriend live around the area and love this scenic walk if we're not walking on Ocean…read moreBeach. Very close by and neighbors super friendly also has a big grass field to walk your dog and also play basketball

Don't tell anyone - but I let my dog run out on the athletic field…read more I understand the policy against it, and I have seen my share of bad owners. In my case though, I take my pup to his standard bathroom place first (and of course pick up after her) so she doesn't go when she is at the park here. She loves to come here because the kids always want to pet her and she loves kids and loves the attention. Great little park/playground as long as we keep it clean.

The Chinese Recreation Center (1951-2008) was renamed the Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center…read moreback in 2012 (2008 Park Bond -- rebuilt & renamed) to honor and remember Betty Ong, who was an American Airlines flight attendant onboard American Airlines Flight 11, the first airplane hijacked during the September 11 attacks. "Ong notified the American Airlines ground crew of the hijacking, staying on the radiophone for 23 minutes to relay vital information that led to the closing of airspace by the FAA, a first in United States history. For this, the 9/11 Commission declared Ong a hero." --excerpt from Google. Ong's bravery and courage saved many lives that day. Frequent this recreation center when I was a child. It is a fun place and a community center for folks living in Chinatown/Nob Hill/Russian Hill area. This continues to be a popular place for the community to play and gather today. Located on Mason and Washington Sts. Right by the Cable Car Lines.

Fun...visited for the first time in Chinatown...a recreation center for youth and family...I hadn't…read morevisited before..basketball for nice people