an interesting wander thru a variety of types of plant life. a desert room- a rain forest... definitely go when they beginning releasing the butterflies into the butterfly garden. That is the high light-- walking amongst the foilage with butterflies flying all around. There's a display as well before entering the butterfly room where you can watch the butterflies emerge... more

A good place to go when they have the butterfly exhibit. A little overpriced, but enjoyable. It only takes an hour go go through, but it is more fun for kids. more

If looking for an alternate, but enjoyable diversion, Franklin Park offers a tour through their Botantical Gardens, just east of Downtown. THr tour is, for the most part, self-guided, but tour guides routinely take small groups through the maze of rooms and botanical exhibits. The gardens themselves are uneventful for those not agriculturally inclined, but the addition of blown glass... more

This was one of our favorite stops in Columbus for 3 adults, a preteen and a 5-year-old. One of the nicest botanical gardens I have visited. Near COSI and other downtown attractions. We particularly enjoyed the garden area with model trains, which was a hit for obvious reasons with the youngest in our party. The butterfly exhibit -- which is... more

My husband and I got to the Franklin Park Conservatory with the Chihuly Exhibit at 3:45 PM thinking we could easily see the whole exhibit, but we left a half hour past closing time {no they did not shoo us out!} and wishing we had come earlier. Now we are both photographers so that explains why we did not want... more

The Franklin Park Conservatory offers a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. Located just outside downtown Columbus, this magnificent indoor botannical garden features multiple micro-environs showcasing flora and a few fauna. There are a few benches throughout for those seeking repose or a quiet read. The bonsai collection rivals those of Boston's Arnold Arboretum and the... more

This is a world class exhibition. Beautiful blown glass glows iridiscent among the greenery. Lots of surprises - must see! more