Attractions
Fun places to visit or things to see around Columbus
This hands-in science center is fun for all ages. They have interactive exhibits ranging from oceans, to planetariums to dinosaurs. Kids will learn while having fun and adults will find their inner kid. They bring in large rotating exhibits and right now are featuring an amazing Marvel exhibit with actual costumes and historical comics and movies. There is a hands on children’s area for the younger kids that will keep them playing for hours. It’s a must-visit!
The best parking is in the underground garage, which will cost $5
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I-Center of Science and Industry
333 W Broad StThis hands-in science center is fun for all ages. They have interactive exhibits ranging from oceans, to planetariums to dinosaurs. Kids will learn while having fun and adults will find their inner kid. They bring in large rotating exhibits and right now are featuring an amazing Marvel exhibit with actual costumes and historical comics and movies. There is a hands on children’s area for the younger kids that will keep them playing for hours. It’s a must-visit!
The best parking is in the underground garage, which will cost $5
Located Downtown near the end of the Scioto Mile (a walking/bike path along the river), Bicentennial Park is home to many summer festivals and events along with giant fountains that the kids can play in
Keep in mind that street parking around this area is metered M-Sat., Free Sundays. There are not physical meters in most places, so keep an eye out for meter boxes or signs with mobile payment instructions
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Bicentennial Park
233 S Civic Center DrLocated Downtown near the end of the Scioto Mile (a walking/bike path along the river), Bicentennial Park is home to many summer festivals and events along with giant fountains that the kids can play in
Keep in mind that street parking around this area is metered M-Sat., Free Sundays. There are not physical meters in most places, so keep an eye out for meter boxes or signs with mobile payment instructions
A fun green space complete with a carousel and Jeni’s ice cream right in the heart of Downtown.
Keep in mind that street parking around this area is metered M-Sat., Free Sundays. There are not physical meters in most places, so keep an eye out for meter boxes or signs with mobile payment instructions
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John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
160 S High StA fun green space complete with a carousel and Jeni’s ice cream right in the heart of Downtown.
Keep in mind that street parking around this area is metered M-Sat., Free Sundays. There are not physical meters in most places, so keep an eye out for meter boxes or signs with mobile payment instructions
All the plants are just plain cool to see, but when it comes to the kiddos, they have a special children's garden. Everything from a tree house to kaleidoscope to giant ways to make music, this is a great place to let kids explore outside.
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I-Franklin Park Conservatory ne-Botanical Gardens
1777 E Broad StAll the plants are just plain cool to see, but when it comes to the kiddos, they have a special children's garden. Everything from a tree house to kaleidoscope to giant ways to make music, this is a great place to let kids explore outside.
This is better for older kids, probably ages 6+. It is a giant indoor gym with a zipline, climbing wall, ropes course and Ninja course.
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This is better for older kids, probably ages 6+. It is a giant indoor gym with a zipline, climbing wall, ropes course and Ninja course.
This one is further from the house, but a great family getaway. It is basically an indoor amusement park with go-karts, arcade games, rides, inflatables, laser tag and so much more. There is something for everyone!
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I-Scene75 Entertainment Center
5033 Tuttle Crossing BlvdThis one is further from the house, but a great family getaway. It is basically an indoor amusement park with go-karts, arcade games, rides, inflatables, laser tag and so much more. There is something for everyone!