Willie “Woo-Woo” Wong Playground is one of the most iconic public spaces in Chinatown.
Recently remodeled, this park is both beautiful and packed with activities for the whole family. While it may not be the largest, between the playground, tennis and basketball courts, and a brand-new clubhouse, this park has no shortage of things to do.
I love the way this park honors Chinese mythology – especially the climbable(!) water dragon that wraps around the tower and divides the tots play area from the rest of the playground! – Isa
I love the way this park honors Chinese mythology – especially the climbable(!) water dragon that wraps around the tower and divides the tots play area from the rest of the playground! – Isa
Formerly known as the “Chinese Playground,” this park has been a resource for local children since 1927 and was renamed in 2006 after Willie Wong, a Chinatown native and basketball star at USF from 1948 to 1950.
If you are interested in learning more about San Francisco’s historic Chinatown, you can visit the Chinatown Community Development Center’s website.