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Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

1777 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43203-2040
614-645-8733
Ranked #5 of 61 attractions in Columbus
4.5 of 5 stars 84 Reviews
Type: Gardens
Traveler Description: Nestled between downtown Columbus and Bexley at 1777 East Broad Street, Franklin Park Conservatory feat... foliage and agricultural displays in an... more »
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Austin, Texas
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87 reviews 87 reviews
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38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

We always try to hit the botanical gardens while traveling. This one is fantastic. The Chihuly pieces are amazing throughout. Butterfly exhibit was facinating. Very well done and plants are nicely identified. Tie this in with topiary garden fairly close by which only takes 30 minutes or so to walk through. More

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Fairview Park, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Our rather large group visited with the main intention of seeing the Chihully glass work. We got much, much more!! Our docent did a wonderful job of leading us through many of the exhibits, including the butterflies and the rain forest. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

we were greeted at the front desk by a very friendliest woman who not only gave us a map, but a recommendation based on what we told her we were interested in. we spend about 2 hours inside the conservatory and another 30-45 minutes exploring the grounds. the butterfly exhibit was amazing, and definitely a must see. none of the... More

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Springfield, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Beautiful. The butterfly exhibit is a must see. Relaxing nice afternoon. More

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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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Wonderful and amazing ,Franklin Park is a very beautiful and special place for famlie's or evening just yourself,so much to do.You must go to Franlin Park it has fishing,picnic area,trail'sto walk around the park,etc.The landscape is so refreshing and amazing it's top three park's in my eye's and alot more to do they also have special event's and program's.WONDERFUL AND... More

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Reynoldsburg, Ohio
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

If you like plants, flowers and gardens, don't miss this very well maintained and attractive facility More

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Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

The butterfly's were wonderful! The food was really well priced for all that you got. The flowers were everywhere. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

The conservatory is a very nice place to visit for locals and visitors alike. They have a variety of exhibits. When I went, they were showcasing butterflies and orchids. One of the orchids was huge! There was a presentation about butterflies and their habits. I wish I had had more time to explore! Admission is $11 for adults. More

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La Porte. IN
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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We had planned on visiting the zoo, but it was raining, so we came here. The conservatory is just the right size. There's lots to see without walking "forever". We especially enjoyed the butterfly area, although there were few butterflies to see. Apparently they are not active on cloudy days. This is a great place for families or couples. There... More

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South Carolina
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

We used to come to Columbus yearly for a convention and the kids got accustomed to that being where you spend spring break. For "old time sake," they wanted to come here this year, so we did. One of the attractions they enjoy is this place. The grounds are nice, and we did get to tromp around them some looking... More

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