Walking and jogging trails, recreational activities, modern artwork, water activities, green spaces for picnic, interactive water fountains - that's what Columbus' parks have to offer!
Columbus Parks of Roses
With a massive collection of 11,000 roses from 350 species, this 13-acre plot in Clintonville is a good place to take a walk amidst some wonderful fragrances!
Genoa Park
Known for the Riverfront Amphitheatre and amazing views of the Columbus skyline, this park along the Scioto River is worth a visit.
The programmed stairs that light up with different colors, is the park's main attraction.
Goodale Park
One of the oldest parks in the country, the Goodale Park in the Victorian Village area is surrounded by a cluster of Victorian-style homes.
There's a tennis court, playground, and an amazing view of Columbus skyline on offer!
Bicentennial Park
A 4.66-acre interactive fountain with 1000 water jets, a pavilion for performance, and plenty of green space, the Bicentennial Park shouldn't be missed!
Inniswood Metro Gardens
A stroll at this massive 120-acre green space that consists of streams, woodlands, wildflowers and about 2000 species of plants, will leave you rejuvenated for days to come!
Schiller Park
Located in the German Village, the park is famous for its summer theatre among other attractions like a rec center, softball diamonds, a fishing pond, a stage and picnic areas.
Topiary Park
A visit to this park is a visual treat with landscapes filled with topiary animals, flower gardens and recreation of a scene from the Georges Seurat’s A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte using plants!
Newark Earthworks
Three sections of preserved earthworks with barrows, mounds, or artificially placed sculpted rock or soil can be observed during your visit to the park.
Zoombezi Bay
From a massive water pool to a cyclone water ride that takes a 4-person raft in circles inside a 55-foot cone apart from a lazy river and other waterslides, it is the go-to place to enjoy a cool-off on a hot day!