It's getting close to summer vacation for school kids everywhere, and Columbus is filled with great opportunity for fun. COSI, the Center of Science and Industry, is consistently ranked among the best science museums in the nation, and with special exhibitions like it's current one, it's getting even better!


In addition to Sherlock, COSI's permanent exhibits are a great way to spend a day - there are so many things to see and do that kids won't even realize they're learning. The Life gallery teaches kids about their senses through interactive experiments. The Ocean area has a remote controlled underwater rover, water cannons and even includes a submarine you can climb into! If you've got toddlers, the Little Kid Space is a true gem, with a kid-sized farmhouse and fruit stand to a constriction zone to water tables full of toys.
You can experience COSI at a discount through the Roar and Explore Family Getaway, which bundles a two-night hotel stay with tickets here and to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay. It's the perfect three-day getaway to bring your family on this summer. Sherlock Holmes: The International Exhibition runs through Sept. 1, 2014 . COSI is located near downtown Columbus, just across the Scioto River from downtown. There's ample parking, and For more information, visit COSI.org.