Washington Square Park
Open downtown green with room to stretch out
About this park
A downtown park built around a big open field, with a playground, basketball court, and a summer sprinkler. The wide lawn gives leashed dogs room to walk, and the park hosts an end-of-summer gala and other events through the season. It's an unfenced city square, so daytime visits are the safer bet.
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What visitors consistently sayThe expanse of open lawn is rare for downtown, giving a leashed walk more breathing room than most city blocks allow.
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Before you go
Stick to daytime hours and keep dogs leashed in this open downtown square. Check the events calendar; the big lawn is often booked for galas and festivals.
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