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My favorite family friendly spots all over Ohio
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items I'm the grandma who shows up with snacks, sunscreen, and a plan already in hand. These are the spots that keep everyone happy, from the littlest ones to my own grown kids.
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Free, gorgeous, and full of trails the kids can actually run wild on, this is one of my go to spots when I want everyone outside and happy. The Sisters' Garden alone will keep the little ones entertained for hours.
Inniswood Metro Gardens
Acres of woods, trails, and a lake that makes you forget you're minutes from the highway. It's my pick for a lazy afternoon walk with grandkids in tow or a picnic that turns into a whole day outside.
Sharon Woods
It's free, it's easy, and it's exactly the kind of park visit that turns into an unplanned afternoon.
Millstone Creek Park
I love bringing the grandkids here, it turns into a real history lesson without them even realizing it.
Hanby House
Free, air conditioned, and full of stories. It's tucked right inside the public library, so it's an easy stop when you want a little culture without a big production.
Westerville History Museum
Pack a towel and let the grandkids run wild while you sit on a swinging bench and enjoy the shade.
Hanby Park
Ball fields, tennis, pickleball, a pond, and a little woods to wander through, this park honestly has something for every member of the family. It's my pick when everyone wants to do something different but still end up together.
Hoff Woods Park
This is my pick for a full day outside, hike the trails, let the kids explore the nature center, and stay for a picnic when you're worn out.
Highbanks Metro Park
Zip lines through the treetops and a ground level course for the littlest ones, this is my pick when the whole family needs a real adventure day. I love that even the grandkids too small for the zip lines have their own course to conquer.
ZipZone Outdoor Adventures
This is my go-to when I want to wear the grandkids out in the best possible way. Between the giraffes, the aquarium, and the splash zones, nobody ever wants to leave.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
This is one of my favorite ways to spend a quiet afternoon downtown. It's easy enough for the grandkids to enjoy too, and I love watching them light up at something new.
Columbus Museum of Art
I love bringing the grandkids here in June when everything is in full bloom, it feels like walking through a fairytale.
Columbus Park of Roses
Towering cliffs, waterfalls, and caves you can actually walk through, this is where I take everyone for a real day trip out of the city.
Hocking Hills State Park
Surreal, interactive art and hidden passageways, this place surprises me every single visit.
Otherworld
A lazy river, giant slides, and a shady spot to plant my chair while the grandkids splash all afternoon, this is my go to summer spot. Clean, easy, and exactly the kind of place that turns a hot day into a great one.
Highlands Park Aquatic Center