Review Highlights
“It had probably been a decade since I last visited Paso Robles and maaaaaaaaan has this place changed!” in 12 reviews
“The redid the playground in the city park and its perfect for the kiddos.” in 3 reviews
“Super clean park and hosts a ton of Awsome family events.” in 3 reviews
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About the Business
Located in the heart of downtown, City Park is the perfect place to picnic, play or stroll through before or after seeing a movie, shopping, or eating at one of the many nearby restaurants. City Park has always been a favorite location for events and gatherings celebrating local holidays like Pioneer Day and the Mid-State Fair Pancake Breakfast to national holidays such as the 4th of July. City Park hosts Concerts in the Park, Trading Day, the Wine Festival and several car shows.The park has a playground, restrooms, several picnic tables, and horseshoe pits. (Paso Robles City)
Ask the Community
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How safe is it to walk around Downtown Paso Robles at night?
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We walked to and from dinner one night with our 4 year old and felt completely safe.
Michele B.2 years ago 1 person found this helpfulQ:
Is there a parking lot?
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There is plenty of on street parking surrounding the Park and even more on the surrounding blocks. The City has a section on their website for downtown parking with lots of detail.
Kathy G.4 years ago 2 people found this helpful
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- 387413838486Dec 14, 2021
This historic park is the center of all thing Downtown Paso Robles. You will walk by or through as it is a huge hub for all the local businesses in the area.
Oddly the restrooms are one of my favorite DPR City park features... for public restrooms they're super well kept and a must in a pinch. They have individual facilities (6-8 secure gender neutral "water closets'") as well as men's and women's larger public restrooms. The sinks run great and there's even hand dryers.
Downtown City Park of Downtown Paso Roble has safe and clean equipment for kids and families to enjoy via playground as well as clear and clean paths to walk about. The have thick lavish trees for shade as well as ride open spaces with beaches and pure sunshine.
There's a classic library building that stands as a learning center for kids as well as gazebos and tiny wood houses on the outer area of the park.
The Downtown City Park encompasses Pine and Spring St and covers the block from 11th to 12th. It's more than well kept and the community here definitely does their best to keep it that way as well as inviting for all.Helpful 6Thanks 0Love this 5Oh no 0 - Feb 11, 2021
I was in the downtown area for a few hours and I spent a great deal of that time at the park with my dog. * Later in the day I did see the sign that dogs aren't allowed.*
The park is between Spring, 11th, Pine, and 12th streets. There is parking available on all four sides.
The park has tables and benches galore and the trees are huge!
I saw numerous families playing at the playground.
I appreciated the cleanliness of the bathrooms and sink area. Probably the cleanest public bathrooms I've ever used!
The park does host plenty of events throughout the year so keep an eye out for those.Helpful 5Thanks 0Love this 5Oh no 0 - Jan 16, 2021
The dude and I took a walk around Paso Roble Downtown City Park on 01/11/21 after we had an amazing lunch at the Fish Gaucho, we so needed to walk off the calories we just put on!
I have been to Paso Robles several times as an adult and child but this was the first time for the love so I told him stories of how special this city and town was to me as my best friend passed away shortly after graduating high school in 2011 and as kids on a field trip he bought me my first Rubric cube and we shared lovely memories at this park. I couldn't remember the shop we went to but it would be craZy if it was still open (I think I was 11 at the time)
So it was lovely to share memories with my love and I think my love fell in love with this little town and knows how special it is to me! It was such a lovely walk!
We were our masks but a lot of people who were walking didn't no judgement to them as when I take my Clovis walks I don't wear a mask. But we felt since we were coming out of town it was necessary.
They have a children's play area and ample benches you can come eat your breakfast, lunch or dinner and you can take your alcoholic beverages here and have a drink or two which was pretty cool!
There is a historic building located in on the park which is the library but looks closed. The park was very clean and beautiful.
I highly recommend getting to go food with cocktails to go or a bottle of wine from Hayseed and enjoy the lovely weather. Very romantic dinner or lunch date for sure and even do some shopping after too to support local businesses!Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 - Michael J.Santa Barbara, CA82363613Sep 9, 2022
This is a beautiful town square. Walking through, you can imagine the wonderful times had by all over the years here. Look up at the trees and enjoy the chill vibe. There was a guy singing karaoke in the gazebo and a full moon was in the sky...beautiful.
Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 - Alex L.Sacramento, CA4928247512376May 3, 2021
This is - dare I say it - the nicest city park I've ever been to. There are large parks, there are beautiful parks, but when you think of that classic Central Park where everyone wants to congregate in the evenings, this is the one to beat.
We wandered through while exploring the town. We were blown away by just how clean and large it was. The whole place, even during COVID, was filled with children running and laughing, older folks sitting on benches and young couples wandering and holding hands. It was the classic park scene you hope for.
Overall, I was just blown away by how nice and well-maintained it was. No spotty grass, no litter, no overflowing trash cans. It says a lot about how the locals respect this place to see it in such prime condition.Helpful 10Thanks 0Love this 9Oh no 0 - Mike B.Santa Cruz, CA152337Apr 5, 2022
Wow. It had probably been a decade since I last visited Paso Robles and maaaaaaaaan has this place changed!
This park is absolutely delightful. Great amenities and plenty for the kiddos to enjoy. Plus: shade over the playground equipment (nice touch!).
By FAR one of the best parks I've visited in the area. Check it outHelpful 1Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Scott H.San Francisco, CA12433654035Sep 4, 2022Updated review
I always enjoy Paso Robles downtown City park. It's surrounded by some pretty nice restaurants, a movie theater, some gift shops, and plenty of parking. The park itself is nice for a walk after dark. It's uncharacteristically clean and free of aggressive vagrants.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Sep 5, 2021Previous reviewBeautiful Green space. Plenty of room to throw out a blanket or a towel and catch the sun. Play park for the kids. Immaculately clean and well-lighted. there are some beautiful trees for shade and there is plenty of open space. Convenient parking around the periphery of the park, but be sure to read the signs or you will end up with a ticket.
- Nov 11, 2019
We went to a wedding in Paso Robles a few weeks ago, and happened to stroll through City Park on the afternoon of Saturday October 20, when Art in the Park was happening. We didn't have a ton of time, but we walked through and enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere, with all the vendors out on the grass, selling their artwork.
The park was quite nice, green and pretty. It was in the middle of Paso Robles' lovely downtown, and it struck me as a great public space--central and happening, a good place to roam and gather.
We wanted to get a sense of Paso Robles while we were in town, and I'm glad we took the time to walk around this park. I assume people who live here don't need a Yelp review to direct them to City Park, but if you're passing through, I'd definitely recommend a visit.Helpful 5Thanks 0Love this 4Oh no 0 - Michele B.San Jose, CA5716901363Dec 28, 2021
Beautiful park in the center of downtown. Lots of open space plus a nice playground for the kiddos. Public bathrooms as well. Conveniently located near plenty of shops and restaurants. You could grab a meal or a snack and bring it to downtown city park to enjoy!
Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 - May 9, 2019
this park is awesome! love that it's in the center of everything and walkable to shops and restaurants. There's plenty of grass to sit and relax and you can take in all of the awesome architecture. It does have kind of a "throwback" "old-time" vibe. I happened to be there during the Olive Festival so there were lots of fun things going on and a lot more to see than normal I would bet. I was able to spend the better part of an afternoon here as I waited to check into my VRBO and I'm glad I did. I can definitely see myself stopping by again the next time I'm in Paso.
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