Wow! This is an amazing experience for the whole family. COSI is a science museum for kids. They are so hands on at every single exhibit. They have 2 stories. Some exhibits are rotated throughout the year. Parking is down in the basement of the facility. Super clean when we came and staff was very helpful and all over in order to help. Very cool to see a live show with some animals and the kids could go and pet them. It was busy on a Sunday, but I would definitely come back. They also have a large water fountain out front for the kids to splash in. We want to come back when its a little less busy but still enjoyed our visit!!!!

My husband and I went for a Valentines date to the COSI After Dark event. It was great! They had an interesting presentation from the Columbus Zoo, the exhibits were awesome, and they had bars set up throughout. The only negative that I would note is that paying extra for the food was not worth it. It was not a great selection, but the event overall was awesome! We will definitely be returning.

A great science museum and a great place to take children. Nice exhibits and friendly atmosphere. IMAX theater is also available and many hands on exhibits. A great place for learning.

Absolutely loved visiting this museum. This has to be one of the best science museums in the country. We bought the all inclusive pass which was well worth it! Everyone was friendly and helpful. Parking was easy. Make sure you bring your parking ticket in for a discount.

Awesome place to work and play. This was my childrens favorite place to visit growing up. So much so, when my daughter became old enough to work she applied and was hired here. From the ocean exhibit to becoming a young adult and hosting Cosi after dark through the SSA team. Now as a senior class of 2020 from Bishop Hartley High School shell be attending Miami University.

Amazing job to the Cosi Team Molly, Alex, Paul for hosting us. Had so much fun stuffing boxes for children in Columbus today doing some Community Volunteer work because we care. #colubusKAARG

There is so much to see and do here. We were here for almost 3 hrs and it wasnt enough time! We will definetly go back. The few exhibits we got to see were so cool. Only complaint is that they started shutting some things down pretty early before closing time.

We had a school field trip here and we had a great time! The kidsspace was an excellent place to let the kids explore, learn and have fun in a more controlled environment. The gadgets section had many fun and educational stations and the progress area was a hit as well. Im certainly considering a membership here for the family.

Went to COSI after dark and it was pretty amazing. The lines were a little long for food and drink so prep before hand. It was great to drop being an adult and play/learn from the interactive exhibits. The planetarium was mind blowing. To see how insignificant we all are compared to the massive size of everything else. The shows were also not childish so they were enjoyable. There was not enough time to see everything so we will be planning a trip back next after dark. I highly recommend this place if you have kids but also if you are an adult, just after hours on the special event nights.

Great place to learn. Thank you. Love this place

I remember coming here as a kid. Super fun and interesting!

Amazing! Had a blast per usual, took someone who has never been there before and enjoyed just as much as I did, Cosi was kind of packed today but it’s a Saturday.Walked around to view all the exhibits and other cool stuff, kept us entertained for awhile. I really hope they decide to bring some key features back that was removed or was in the last Cosi.Really an enjoyable experience for the wondering minds and for family fun, prices aren’t too bad which was about $25 per person plus tax. But only took us about 3 hours before we were ready to head out. Otherwise it was fun and will probably be returning again someday!

Cool dinosaurs & family activities in front

Great place to visit, greatest museum ever and super interactive, great indoor activities for the young, the curious and the old, lots to eat as well.

A fun and educational experience for families. Not for adults!

Great museum experience for the whole family. Enjoyed the Jim Henson special exhibit and the dinosaurs. IMAX movie was also fun. Parking onsite.

We really enjoyed this museum. It is focused more on small children but there is enough to keep adults and teenagers interested. It is about a two to three hour museum and very educational. Parking is plentiful and convenient. There is a fee to park. We really liked the crocodillian exhibit. It was too cold to enjoy the exhibits outside. We will return.

I was taken here by my girlfriend and her cousins who grew up visitation COSI with their grandparents. They all had such great memories of it and I’ve been hearing about it for you years. I’m happy I got to experience this for the first time on my first visit to Ohio. To anyone passing by or with a spare day to spend this is a great place to waste some time and learn a thing or two for you out your children.

My family and I had a great time here. Our boys are eight and thirteen and there were tons of things that kept hem both interested. The ticket prices are very reasonable. The facility is nice and clean. The staff was extremely polite, professional, and helpful. Parking was easy and cheap too. Thanks!

Fun times for both kids and adults. We go during the free “Museums on Us” weekends as Bank of America cardholders because, quite honestly, the cost of admission is a bit steep, especially when you can only spend a few hours there with a 2 year old. Our son loves the Atlantis exhibit, as well as the kids zone. We like that they are constantly updating the other exhibits to keep the experience fresh each visit. Only downside for us was the fact that they got rid of the free wagon rentals. Stroller rentals are $8 for nonmembers and they no longer carry wagons.We’ll definitely return in the future, especially if we can go for free!

COSI is a great and interactive place to bring the whole family. We have an ASTC museum membership which allows free entry to museums around the country including this one. It has been 5 years since we last visited COSI and it did not disappoint, not even for our 15 and 12 year olds. It is a visually and tactically stimulating place. The life and under ocean exhibits was awesome. Great place for families and even a date, if youre into science!

Quite possibly the best science museum in the country. Cosi has it all from gadgets, ocean area, heart, space and more. They also have a specialty area that gets changed out periodically This is a great experience for kids and families. Highly recommended.

We went on a Saturday in the winter so it was quite busy. They have lockers to store coats which require quarters and is convenient. Variety of dining options for each type of diet. The exhibits were great with a variety of activities for all ages. The Ocean space was my favorite and such a different take on ocean theme. Would definitely come back.

As a college student I came here and had a lot of fun! I loved that many of the activities were interactive. There a section that’s more focused for children there and it’s a nice place for families.

Best family fun place we have visited in years. Perfect for all family members, great fun, good food and absolutely entertaining. Give your self about 5-6hrs at least. Best value for cost.

We had a blast seeing the Jim Henson exhibit.

Its a great place tbh, went there a while ago and loved it.

Great place! Always a fun experience, the best exhibit is the water one.

Purchase the membership has been the best decision I have made. Great place for kids of all ages.

We are from Virginia. This has been my husbands favorite museum for years. Granted we got lost on the parking (mainly turning around) but we found the sign easily. We get in for free using our Virginia Childrens museum membership. So was more than happy to pay the 15 bucks for dinosaurs. We actually plan on returning today for the kids space and progress exhibit(my favorite). Staff were extremely friendly and patient when dealing with my four year old. I have no complaints. My son loved everything but the Life exhibit. He doesnt enjoy learning about the body yet. But there was some cool info. I highly recommend it here! I can see why it gets packed during the weekends. So to avoid the crowds try attending during the week if able.

Though I am much older now, the memories I have of this place will last a lifetime.

My family and I enjoy going to COSI so much that we have season passes! Most recently we visited the Mystical Creatures Exhibit and the Jim Henson’s Muppets Exhibit, both are really cute. Mystical Creatures explores the history and origins of some of the most iconic super natural creatures of the world. This Exhibit has a lot of great details and cool stories to tell. I really enjoyed the Muppets Exhibit, it talked about the history of the Muppets themselves as well as who Jim Henson is. You get to dress a muppet and see many of the old favorites on display. They even show some displays of “The Dark Cristal” and “Labyrinth”. The Jim Henson display is really cute but I think they could have done more with it, you kinda just walk through and look at stuff. It would be great if they put on a puppet show or encouraged more hands on activities.

This place was fun and we look forward to coming back and exploring more of it! The second floor has an AMAZING play area for toddlers (mine is 15ms) and older. Its a great place for them to run off steam. My son especially loved the firetruck he could climb in and pretend to drive.

COSI is one of best science museum to visit! We make sure to go to it every year. There is so much to see and do there. And there is something for lots of all ages. On the 3rd floor is a great enclosed play space for kids through 1st or 2nd grade. The kids can pretend play hospital/doctor, farming, house and so much more. The cafeteria is good and decently priced. The staff is very helpful and friendly! Also try to catch the rat basketball or do the high wire bike. Overall, its a great place to visit!

When I lived in Columbus, me, my Dad, and sisters would always go there on Sundays.

Fun place for kids and aduts. Its a family fun place

Great place to visit for all ages. Always new exhibits coming through, its often worth visiting a couple times year.

Fun day jim Henson muppets pretty neat!

Nice place to enjoy learning and fun with your kids!

Good place for kids to learn fun facts and activities

Absolutely fantastic for kids of any age. Theyre supposed to touch and climb and hold everything, so as a parent, its incredible. The little kids area is well-conceived, with cubbies, stroller areas, family restroom, nursing area, tons of interactive exhibits, and even a little sitting area with tables, chairs, sink, and paper towels for snack time.I hear there are things for adults too.

COSI is great! The museum is huge and our kids are always fully entertained and learn for hours. They have a gadget cafe where you can grab a table and servers will bring you different courses which are a variety of science experiments the whole group can work on together. Every few feet youll run into engaging, interactive exhibits supported by friendly staff. There are lots and lots of unique things to do. There is also a large address for small kids, an outdoor area, and a stage for demonstrations.One word of warning for Cincinnati Museum members hoping to use reciprocity: The rules have changed and eligibility is no longer based on the distance between museums. Your house has to be 90 miles away from COSI by car to use your Cincinnati membership.

Daughter loves it there. Dinosaur stuff is fun and impressive.

A few interesting exhibits for the adults to enjoy for sure, will have to come on a day where all the kids from the county don’t decide to have their school field trip as they will run wildly in the building. Definitely a must see at least once if you’re passing through Columbus.

Id give a 3.5 if I could. It was a lot of fun and had nice exhibits, but they held your interest for a few minutes not much more. The dinosaur room was visually not that stimulating. Pittsburgh has a better dinosaur room, showing the animals in what it believed to be their natural habitats. The best thing I saw there was rat basketball.

Kids always have a good time. Wished the extras werent overpriced.

Some of the equipment is a little outdated, but it’s still a fun place to be. My dad recently bought a family pass for my sister and I so i’m glad i get to go even more. I have a lot of memories here and i’m glad i get to keep making them here. Even at my age i have so much fun here with all the activities, it’s a great and fun interactive place if you wanna take a day trip in columbus.

I went to COSI when I was a little girl and now I love to take my three kids there and see all the new things and some of the things that have been there for many (I won’t say HOW many) years. There are always more than enough interesting things to learn about. We find something new every time we go. The membership is not terribly expensive and the best part is it gets you into all kinds of different museums across the country!

Great place to take the family with lots to do for all ages. Although my 8 year old seemed to get bored quickly. Overall the recommended this place to be on your list when visiting Columbus.

Very educational and fun place to learn. Great place for all ages and kids seem to enjoy the center. Parking can be crazy due to construction in the zone. Prices are fair.

We need our old Cosi back. It was so much fun we learned so much there. Today its plain and boring. There was so much more to do when the old Cosi was in business.

Best place of all time. Better than Jisney!

Honestly, its a little pricy for the experience. However my favorite place at Cosi is progress and the ocean exhibits. The Mythic creatures exhibit is pretty cool however I wouldnt recommend spending the extra $5 to see it if you have smaller children. I enjoyed it though, very much. I was a little sad to heat they took the star tunnel out. My mom had never been to Cosi before and I took her for mothers day and I told her all about the tunnel but she didnt get to experience it.

Interesting exhibits and very interactive. Good for adults. I am an adult and i came with 3 other adults and we ended up being here almost all day. Very good for kids. Plenty for them to ineract with and to get their attention.

We love this place! So many fun things to do for our kids. We especially like the water area and the huge room of different rooms and toys to have a freestyle play. Weve visited multiple times and have always had a blast.

I had fun here. Lots of stuff to play with. Giant Lego room with a dress up area for little kids when they were playing and other detailed fun themed exhibitions. I was impressed. It was incredibly busy not long after opening. Parking wasnt horrible but we got there early.

Went to COSI After Dark (21 and over only). I am a parent but also a kid at heart and I love science. It was great being able to use and enjoy all the exhibits without tots around. Nice idea!

COSI is awesome and there is so much to do and see. We’ve been members since we had our first child, 9yrs now and it’s a phenomenal value. Everyone that says it’s too expensive is just a big cheapo... You’re always going to pay more if you only go once and they must have no idea how much it costs to have quality exhibits and staff at a great location in a decently large city. The staff are generally awesome and know tons of the science background to answer kids and adults questions. If you love science and want your kids to love it too then COSI is great, and you should get a membership, go lots for shorter time periods, and it will be an awesome value for you too.

Always a fantastic place to visit, COSI is fun and interesting for everyone not just for kids. The new Dinosaur exhibit was wonderful! Fossils, casts elaborate displays and to marvel at and informative easy for children to understand. Also the Silk Road exhibit was interesting and the items on display were genuine and intriguingEDIT: elaboratice to elaborate

Exciting, hands on science museum for adults and kids. Promotes learning through fun exhibits. Plenty of helpful staff creating a full experience. It is loud and colorful. On the downside there are a lot of pay extras like simulators, planetarium, and special exhibits. That is too much for a family of 6.

Really amazing place. Everything is so hands on that me and my family spent about five hours in there. There was good food and wonderful service. All the workers seemed happy and helpful.

Good museum for kids. If you have older kids (14+), try another science museum because this is kid hub, ha!

This is a must-do if you have children. (Or if you dont) Not only are the areas extremely well designed, the learning factor is above the charts. Please visit!

COSI is a lot of fun to take kids to. It is a bit expensive but there is a lot to do and see. They are always changing exhibits and adding new things to see and do. The underground parking garage that was recently added is really nice and close access to the main doors. My favorite part is the progress town.

Perfect way to spend a day! We had a lot of fun with our 5 year old exploring and learning though play and interaction.

Nice place for children not really much for adults here aside from games to play with your kids. I did find the anatomy portion pretty neat.

Went with preschooler and baby. Little kids place is fun. Chemistry show is cool.Met elementary school field trip in the morning. Too many kids in the little kids place. Kindergarteners were running around so Younger baby (crawling one) is hard to find a safe space to play.Afternoon there were fewer kids. Baby had a nice time then. Hope there are more sections for crawlers.And suggestion don’t put so many LEGOs in the nursing room. They goes all over the place.

Great trip, wouldnt waste money on national geographic flying monsters 3d movie, feel asleep during that. Planetarium is AMAZING, dinosaur exhibit is very cool!

Disappointed and hoped for more. They have not changed the exhibition rooms, or the area in general, in 15 years.The first time I went to COSI was a school field trip in middle school. I was so bored and disappointed with the huge lack of mentally stimulating exhibit rooms. Not only were there mainly boring interesting facts, and boring ways to present them, but there were much less hands on exhibits than they lead on. The ocean room, which is less ocean and more movement of water, was a little sub that just sits there and you have to wait forever to even see that. And the other part of it was a giant water fountain. The rest was not working.Fast forward 15 years later, I brought my kid because I was hoping things changed. Ocean room is still half not functional, and really boring. The little kids areas are ok, but there are so many kids in the little areas that you cant even enjoy it with your kid. The water play room would be cool if it did not have such a urine smell. I was afraid to let me kid touch anything including the carpet, let alone the water..... The medical exhibit has some promise, if they would add more hands on stuff. I was happy to see they were at least offering healthy alternatives to hotdogs and fries in the cafeteria, but the staff were slow and obviously unmotivated to be in customer service..Im giving stars for the random guy bringing a tarantula to pet in the hallways. And the random play things in the hallways. Those were cool. The medical exhibit had cross sections of an actual body. The kids play area was ok but needed some more variety of toys/ displays. Thats all of the memorable experiences I have..Im astonished of the hype and the awards, because this place is so old, outdated and boring. The lobby when you walk in is the coolest part. The extreme lack of not only change to the exhibits, but presentation of mentally stimulating material, or more hands on exhibits, is disappointing. Never going here again, and I tell every parent I know to disregard all the hype, because thats what it is. If you have really smart and curious kids, bring them to the zoo and enroll them in some STEM extracurriculars instead of going to COSI..

Awesome place to spend a few hours learning - the dinosaur exhibit is amazing.

This place is absolutely fantastic. Yes- its a little pricey to get in but you certainly get your moneys worth. Im so glad we got to see the Jim Henson exhibit it was amazing. Like going back to your childhood. We had a 6 and 11 year old with us and they both had the most fun of their life! Theres so much to see and do its hard to even squeeze it all in one day. Interactive entertaining and just all-around worth the trip! You will not be bored here! There is literally something for everyone. The ocean exhibit is super super awesome and just a whole other level. Even the outside grounds are pretty and fun and you could spend the day out there with a picnic or in the spray area or playground.

The COSI is a beautiful museum that is great for families and students with lots of hands-on activities for children. I really enjoyed my visit here. The structure inside the museum was gorgeous, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend!!

Kids love this place . It’s nice they have reciprocal membership with cincinnati museum center, so we don’t mind the 1-2hr drive to come up here .Exhibition was updated every year . We never get bored here. It’s like a giant playground with tons of interactive activities. There are hardcore science stuff in some galleries. A good balance for a popular regional museum .The early closing time is not convenient but we can spend some time in the new playground outside .

We love this place!!! This is great place for hands on learning! We have made several trips to COSI, usually day trips

Been here multiple times, fun place for kids and adults

I love bringing my almost 2 year old here! Little Kid Space is the perfect play area for him. He especially loves dressing up like a fireman and driving the firetruck. I love that all the buttons on the play vehicles work. They turn on lights, fans, sirens, etc. COSI makes sure all toys are working properly, nothing is ever broke! I also appreciate the security of the space being completely enclosed and needing a entry ticket to exit so he cant escape.

Great for family outings. Educational and enjoyable. Always adding to and modernizing exhibits.

Ever since I was a kid, Ive enjoyed science and industry displays and explanations of the technology we take for granted. Mixing in some nostalgias helped me connect with my parents and grandparents. It was nice to see that tradition carried on in Ohio.

Staff was kid friendly and very accommodating. Our two boys ages 5 and 8 absolutely love visiting here and they dont even mind the hour long car ride to get here.

Easily the most boring museum Ive been to in years. We drove up from Cincinnati to see family & explore on our own. We went to Cosi years ago as kids & wanted to go back, but we were extremely underwhelmed (most likely the new building everyone else is mentioning). The price to get in is way overpriced for what you get & we wouldnt go even if it was free after this experience. We are adults, but the whole place was boring & I cant imagine any kid any age enjoying this museum. Its cramped, has little interactive areas, a lot of broken exhibits & the temporary exhibit, Oceans, wasnt worth it & were glad it was only $5 extra. Its just kids running around everywhere because theyre bored & dont know what to do. The Cincinnati Museum Center is a million times better than this & we dont have to drive this far to get to it. Dont waste your money.

Very big childrens museum with lots of activities and exhibits ranging from kids ages. We have a membership pass which cuts down on the cost of admission and cuts down on parking costs, but were also local so it depends. There is a café inside and you can buy food or bring your own. Only downside the museum is always filled with school groups and gets crowded at times. Still a wonderful place for children and Parents.

Gorgeous view of city skyline

Anyone looking for evidence of the dumbing down of the USA need look no further than COSI. Fortunately we were able to get in free with our membership to our local science center. I would be absolutely livid if I paid the rack rate for admission. Most hands on exhibits were non functional and the presentation of science seems secondary to myth and corporate sponsorship. If you are looking for a place to babysit your preteen with nonsense, this may be your place. I cannot recommend attending or supporting this organization in any way. Save yourself $25 a head and do something else with your time.

We really enjoy making the drive over from Fort Wayne since they accept our reciprocal membership. Its a really engaging museum for our 5 year old. Well be back again. Unfortunately we learned the hard way that they close down for a few weeks in September. Im sure well find other things in the area....

This place is alright but dont ask for a straw at the coffee shop. Apparently spending 10 bucks on 2 drinks isnt enough to get 2 straws. Unfortunately they have bought into the straws are bad lie while handing out tons of plastic single use cups. For a place that tries to act smart, they sure look stupid virtue signalling with straws.Edit: this place is dirty and half the stuff here is broken. Exhibits and things like chairs and tables are just broken.

Fun for the entire family. My older children loved the gadget section, my toddlers loved the large special place just for kids their age.

Fun for adult and kids. Avery memorable experience. You definitely need all day to take in the full experience.

I organized a private event here and the Event Planning staff are phenomenal! Recommend them to anyone whos throwing a party.

Amazing content, HORRIBLE customer service. The staff is so rude: cashiers rude, not letting my preschooler stay with me in the bigger kids area so one of the kids had to be unsupervised if we stayed (we didn’t), staff complaining at ticket counter about having to work and wanting to leave, rude everywhere. Put a damper on experience after having to drive a long way to and from museum.

My advice to anyone with young kids, get a Cosi membership, it’s worth its weight in gold. Your kids will love you for it, and you’ll be glad you did because they get a chance to burn all that endless energy they have!

A landmark of Columbus, fun activities for all ages and all while learning about science! It’s a great place to work, everyone is incredibly nice. Right in the heart of Downtown Columbus, it’s a real treasure with lots of things to do around it as well.

Perfect service from the staff. Planetarium staff were the best. I will go back because of them. Few problems with un supervised children, but that was not the staffs fault.

Love, love, loved it! Exhibits were great and interactive. But boy oh boy was it crowded. I understand school was on spring break but Id like to see it again only less crowded. The planetarium... fantastic! Theres a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes!

I loved the little kidspace! Such an amazing place, definitely worth the membership

This place is absolutely amazing. My fiancé and I had an absolute blast, and so did our three year old! He especially enjoyed the ocean area and the play area. We loved the mythical creatures and the Jim Henson exhibits. It can be a little pricey, especially with the food, but it is all well worth it!

Food was good. Disappointed in how many of the exhibits were not working. Hard to get children to interact when nothing works...

Great place, especially for kids. A lot to thing to touch and learn, a very interactive Museum.

This is a great place to take the kids. If you live in Columbus, I recommend buying a membership. Even a visit a month more than pays back for it, plus you get free entrance to other science museums throughout the country.

One of my favorite places to visit. We drive a few times a year from Akron to come. Always can’t fit it all in a day. If you live in the area I’d recommend the season passes!

Wow something for everyone. Interactive exhibits spread throughout. I have been a member for many years, I joined when my oldest was then 1 year old. She is now almost 10 and I have renewed every year since. Exhibits are always changing out and new movies coming in.The cafe has some nice options but it is on the pricier side so we often just pack a lunch. If you are a nursing mother they have a fantastic room for that. Lockers are cheap and you can rent wagons for free.Little kids space is worth the membership alone for me, safe space to have the little ones just run, play and really get hands on!We will continue to be regulars and are so happy to have a place like this so close.