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The track circles the play area, so parents can walk while keeping an eye on children.
Al Garhoud
Al Garhoud Park 2 is a small, quiet park in Al Garhoud where families can use the children’s play areas, walk or jog around the 250-metre track, and book the tennis or basketball court. Reviews consistently describe it as clean, green, peaceful and easy to use for a relaxed outing.
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The track circles the play area, so parents can walk while keeping an eye on children.
Two play areas include a climbing section that one reviewer found suitable for older children.
Tennis and basketball courts can be used free when booked through the DM App.
Several reviews describe the park as peaceful and less crowded, especially around mornings and evenings.
The park has a 250-metre rubberised track for walking or jogging.
Parking is free for park visitors, making short family visits more convenient.
A reviewer noted that the security guard was present and helpful.
Book courts. Use the DM App to book tennis or basketball slots before arriving.
Visit early. Morning visits are specifically recommended by a reviewer for relaxing and gatherings.
Use parking. Park visitors can use the free parking, which is useful for family visits.
Watch children. Keep children away from the sand holes mentioned in reviews and supervise play there.
Bring repellent. If you plan to use the children’s areas, consider mosquito-bite cream because one review mentions bugs and ants.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
One review warns that sand holes in the ground could be dangerous for children.
Tennis availability can be difficult, with one reviewer reporting that people block online slots all day.
The court lights could be improved, according to one review.
A review mentions bugs and ants around the children’s rubber and brick areas.
The Bottom Line
Al Garhoud Park 2 is a small, quiet neighbourhood park in Al Garhoud that works especially well for families with children. You can use the play areas, walk or jog on the 250-metre track, and spend time around the green spaces without the scale or bustle of a major city park. The children’s facilities are a strong point.
One reviewer highlighted two play areas and a climbing section suitable for older children, while others mention swings, slides and a basic play area. The track runs around the play spaces, so parents can walk while still keeping an eye on children. Tennis and basketball courts are also available, and reviews say they can be used free when booked through the DM App.
Free parking is another practical advantage. The park is generally described as clean, tidy, well maintained and peaceful, with some reviewers finding it less crowded on weekdays or especially pleasant in the morning. There are washrooms, seating and a nearby masjid.
Plan court sessions ahead: tennis slots can be hard to find, and the court lighting could be better. Families should also watch for sand holes reported as dangerous for children, while an older review mentions bugs and ants and recommends bringing mosquito-bite cream.