Fun Things To Do In Columbus Ohio
Fun things to do in Columbus Ohio... and great places to see... that's one thing there is never a lack of in our city!
I always enjoy seeing new places, but I really enjoy going places where I can "do hands-on things."
Here you'll find those kinds of "fun to do" places like hands-on museums, sports, the zoo with enrichment days, and much more.
There are also so many great places to see in Columbus Ohio such as communities, historical places, landmarks, and much more.
So let's check out the fun things to do in Columbus Ohio.
Fun Things to do in Columbus Ohio
American Whistle Corporation
The American Whistle Corporation offers tours (by appointment)
Monday through Friday at their facility. They are the only manufacturer in the USA of metal
whistles. The tours last about 45 minutes. You'll see the beginning to end of the manufacturing including some state-of-the-art
equipment as well as some of the original equipment used at the beginning of manufacturing.
Tours are by appointment only, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00AM and 5:00PM. The cost is only $4 per person.
We require a minimum of 15 people or $60 to schedule your own tour. Smaller groups will happily be added to larger, already
scheduled groups. To schedule an appointment, call 800-876-2918 ext. 4 or 614-846-2918 ext. 4. If you ever wondered how that little ball
gets inside of a whistle, take the tour!
Location: 6540 Huntley Road, Columbus, Ohio
Website: www.americanwhistle.com
Anthony Thomas Factory
The Anthony Thomas Factory offers free open
hours factory tours every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30AM to 2:30PM. It's also open to free Motor Coach and Group tours of 10 or more Monday
through Friday from 9:30AM to 2:30PM by appointment. The toll free number to schedule a tour is 877-226-3921.
The tour takes about an hour in this 152,000 square foot factory. You'll walk through the suspended cat-walk and watch eight lines
producing 25,000 pounds of candy per shift. The tour guide will explain the process as you tour. You'll see huge copper kettles and silver
wrapped pipes that carry the chocolate and much more.
Location: 1777 Arlingate Lane, Columbus, Ohio
Website: www.anthony-thomas.com
Book Loft of German Village
The Book Loft of German Village is unique and quaint, and it encompasses one whole city block.
Previously in the Civil War era, this building housed general stores, a nickelodeon cinema, and a saloon. The brick walk-ways are beautiful with flower
gardens and benches to sit and rest on. The store itself is beautiful and packed with special treasures.
Being one of the nation's largest indpendent book stores, you'll find 32 rooms of bargain books, cards, and posters. You can browse as you listen
to music they feature on 19 different sound systems. And if you're shopping for music, the music department has been expanded and includes blues, swing
jazz, and big bands.
Location: 631 South Third Street, Columbus.
Website: www.bookloft.com
COSI (Center Of Science and Industry) Columbus
COSI Columbus is a fantastic science museum.
It offers so many programs and packages, and it's educational as well as fun. The new building is much larger and easy
to get around in, and allows for more exhibits as well. With something new always happening it's a great place to go to!
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the finest zoos around.
The zoo continuously adds improvements and areas of interest for all ages. Enrichment days are not only fun but very educational. After you spend a morning at the zoo,
you can go over to the New
Zoombezi Bay Waterpark for an afternoon of fun!
Dublin Art
Dublin Art in public places is the result of The Dublin Arts Council
and City of Dublin efforts and commitment to art. They have commissioned various artists to build these works of arts. From a concrete
Field of Corn to a soccer ball that stands ten feet high, these are definitely some interesting pieces of work.
Franklin Park Conservatory
Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus,
Ohio was built in 1895 and is a leader in the education of ecological awareness and horticulture.
Nestled in a 90-plus acre park 2 miles east of downtown Columbus, you'll find cascading waterfalls, beautiful flower gardens,
and paths that wind throughout the park which is free to visitors all year.
Magic Mountain
Magic Mountain has numerous outdoor
and indoor attractions and two locations! Fun for all ages you'll find mini golf, go karts, rookie karts, sprint karts, batting
cages, bumper boats, bumper cars, and more.
Olentangy Indian Caverns
Exlore the Olentangy Indian Caverns 105 feet
under the earth's surface. You'll not only have fun exploring the caverns, but they feature Frontier Land, Gem Mining, Miniature Golf and much more.
Santa Maria
Columbus Santa Maria really takes you back in time.
Operating as it would have over 500 years ago, you get to experience some of what the explorer's did.
Hey... you may even get to walk the plank!
Slate Run Living Historical Farm
Slate Run Living Historical Farm is the era of the 1800s.
You will know you have stepped back in time as you learn how to operate a farm without the use of electricity or gas-powered equipment.
Sports Ohio
Sports Ohio has it all. This 110 acre park is home to Field Sports, Soccer First, PowerPlay,
The Golf Center, Dublin Chiller, and Midwest Gymnastics and Cheer.
Topiary Garden
The Topiary Garden is very unique and it is a part of the
Old Deaf School Park in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The famous painting by George Seurat, A Sunday On The Island Of La Grande Jatte,
was the focus of this extraordiary work and this is the only work of its kind based on that famous painting.
