Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens 

Ask a local where to spend an afternoon in Columbus and there's a good chance they'll recommend Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.  

Here, inside a historic Victorian glasshouse, you’ll see rare and unusual plants from every part of the globe, head turning art, and if you come at the right time, even fluttering exotic butterflies. Put another way, it’s a can’t-miss stop when you’re in Columbus.  

Find out why travelers flock here, and locals keep coming back. 

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Explore Indoor Gardens & Glasshouses 

In its totality, the park and its gardens span 88 acres and are home to more than 400 species of plants. There are several biomes, each with its own collection of plants and landscapes. The oldest and most notable is the John F. Wolfe Palm House, an iconic Victorian-style glass greenhouse that's home to more than 40 species of palms. 

Additional biomes feature flora from ecosystems like the Amazon Rainforest, the Himalayas and the American Southwest. The collections include signs detailing information about each plant so you can learn as you enjoy the gardens. 

There are hundreds of plant species throughout the Conservatory, so plan to spend a few hours exploring everything at your own pace. 
 

Outdoor Spaces & Family-Friendly Fun 

The gardens don't end when you step outside the glasshouse. Walking paths wind through themed botanical gardens, seasonal plantings and tree collections across the Conservatory's 88-acre campus, so there's plenty more to explore beyond the indoor exhibits. 

Families should also make time for the two-acre Scotts Miracle-Gro Children's Garden. Kids can learn about nature, play in the Nature Play Zone and explore the nearby Canopy Walk before heading back to the rest of the grounds. The Community Garden Campus offers another reason to wander outside, and together these spaces make the Conservatory just as rewarding outdoors as it is indoors. It's one more reason Franklin Park Conservatory remains one of the most popular family-friendly attractions in Columbus. 
 

Plan Your Visit

• Address: 1777 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43203

• Parking: Free on-site parking lot

• Hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m., with extended opening hours and closures listed here

• Tickets: General admission with an additional fee for special engagements. Select events may require a separate ticket.

• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible pathways, ramps and elevators; rental wheelchairs/electric scooters

Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended but not required. During the summer, water features in the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden may get kids wet, so please bring a towel and water-safe clothes. Outside food is welcome, and the on-site Garden Cafe offers additional dining options.