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Whetstone Park / Park of Roses

3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214
614-645-3217
Ranked #8 of 61 attractions in Columbus
4.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Type: Gardens
Owner description: One of the largest municipal rose gardens in the U.S., this 13-acre park features more than 11,000 gorgeous rose bushes and specialized gardens for...... more » Owner description: One of the largest municipal rose gardens in the U.S., this 13-acre park features more than 11,000 gorgeous rose bushes and specialized gardens for herbs, daffodils and perennials. « less
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Columbus, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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First off, I'm a guy. I'm not really into flowery stuff. But when my wife and I were driving past this park and she decided to go there on a whim, I ended up finding it a very cool experience. It's so relaxing to meander all the paths and look at all the flowers and landscaping. I noticed it's a... More

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Gulfport, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

When the roses are in bloom it is gorgeous. They are just starting to come out in mid may. they should be in full bloom in june. It is easy to get to and the parking is ample. More

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Brentwood, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

If you like Flowers and Roses from all around the world this is you day. You will not believe the experience of color and aromas. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012
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When the roses are in bloom, you can't beat this place. Its completely maintained by volunteers and I guarantee that you have never seen more roses of this many varieties, anywhere. A couple of times per year, they have gardening events there which are fun to attend but don't miss the roses when they are in bloom. Fantastic. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Very beautiful. We had our wedding and engagement pictures taken here. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2012
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Peace and quiet in the city. Roses bloom in June. The rose festival is a fun day to go. Around the 20th of June More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

The Whetstone Park is a beautiful place to take the family on an afternoon. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

If you love roses and go at the proper time of year, I can't imagine where you would have a better experience. More

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Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

The Park of Roses is beautiful. The flowers are incredible. Great place to take your wife or girlfriend. More

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Columbus, OH
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

It was lovely and romantic experience. I can't wait to return to see such a wide variety of roses and smell the sweet aroma. More

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