The Gates of Hell in north Columbus is one of those eerie local spots that sticks with you. It's an…read moreold, graffiti-covered tunnel that feels straight out of an urban legend--dark, damp, and definitely creepy once you step inside. The echo of footsteps, the dripping water, and the way the light disappears the deeper you go all add to the unsettling vibe. It's not an official attraction, more of a hidden curiosity, but if you're into spooky local history and a little adventure, it's worth checking out. Just be prepared--it definitely earns its name. I was there alone and I got a sketchy vibe from it. Nothing happened, of course, but you always want to be aware of your surroundings. Maybe pick up a rock incase someone there has ill intent.

This is smack dab in the middle of unhoused encampment. Because this is sort of a see at your own…read morerisk it is unkempt. I'm not sure if the storm over the weekend made it worse but we could figure out how to get around the water or if there was a less dangerous way of seeing it.

This beautiful labyrinth is located in a peaceful garden in the Lane Avenue section of Chadwick…read moreArboretum. If you enter through the trellis and head to the right, you'll find a cozy, shady area featuring the labyrinth and surrounded by benches. The labyrinth itself has its roots in an 800 year old French medieval one, the Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth. It's so peaceful and relaxing to walk it, and the setting really adds to it. Despite the fact that it is technically between a busy street and a parking lot, the trees and plants obscure these views and give it a great atmosphere. The arboretum designed it as a white blooming garden to minimize distractions and encourage feelings of restfulness and restoration. If you are unfamiliar with a labyrinth, it is a one way path designed for contemplation. You follow the prescribed path to the center and then follow it back out. If you often find your mind wandering during meditation when sitting still, you might find the labyrinth helpful, since you can focus on your breathing and the steps ahead of you to help you achieve the meditative state. I love a good labyrinth walk and enjoy that we have this one. There is a nearby parking lot, though it's campus parking, or you can find parking meters on Fyffe near Howlett Hall and the Learning Gardens section of the arboretum.

Stumbled upon this place with a friend and was instantly intrigued. We were able to pull over and…read moreget a closer look at the sculptures. Each ear of corn looked unique and they were about 6ft tall. I really enjoyed this small side quest to learn about something new and see a piece of Ohio history up close

This art installation is a great concept. I love what it represents. What don't I love? The lack of…read morecolor. I wish the ears of corn were actually painted. It's a free experience and cool to see, but kind of underwhelming once you get out there. The details on the corn is pretty awesome though.

This is a very impressive interactive art piece located in Coffman Park. It consists of a small…read morestructure (the watch house) and a large circular mound, located near some woods and a stream, which provides a different feeling from the rest of the park, which offers a lot of traditional park amenities. You can walk all the way around the mound and get different views of the watch house. The watch house itself has two doors and several windows, providing plentiful opportunities to look out. If you look up, you can view a variety of shapes cut out of the dome-shaped ceiling. It's neat that the artist, Todd Slaughter, incorporated a variety of elements reflecting on the history of Dublin, including those of the indigenous people, in the work.

The title of this public art sculpture doesn't lie: It's literally giant dancing rabbits. This…read moresculpture is huge and sits on top of a hill in Ballantrae Park, a park located in a residential area of Dublin. You can spot this sculpture from the road, but if you look at it up close, it's even better. Up close, you'll see all sorts of random objects implanted on the rabbits: bicycle gears, hammers, fossils, scissors, springs, pliers, and even a Space Jam medallion (?!?!). It's sort of like a huge Seek and Find. At the bottom of the hill, there's a splash pad that's open during the warmer months. There is also a lot of parking here.

So fun and the beat part is that it's free!!! My son absolutely loves going there in the summer.read more

Ogun is one of the pieces within the Elemental Gardens located at Reed Road Park. This eye-catching…read moresculpture is made of metal and was created by Steve Bush.The beautiful reds and oranges contribute to the feeling of fire evoked by the piece. It is named for god of metal work that is part of several African religions. Very nice piece that is easy to stop by and enjoy as you follow the multi-purpose trail around the park.

This sounds like it was originally three golden figures in trees, but I was only able to locate…read moreone, though the QR code signage is posted under three different trees. The concept is very intriguing - an exuvia is a leftover bit of skin from an insect molt - and the artist, Todd C. Smith, indicates that it was the cicada specifically that inspired these. The sculpture is made from fiberglass and resin, and the bright gold color is very eye-catching. This one is located in Coffman Park near the Dublin Community Recreation Center. A fun sculpture that works well for the park!

We came across this fun sculpture while participating in a scavenger hunt in historic Dublin. The…read morefrog definitely helped us out, but that's not the only reason for the stars. It is both a neat piece of art and a fun bit of history. It's a very large (for the subject matter) bronze sculpture that is memorializing the Dublin frog jump contest. It was designed by Dale Johnson. The attitude conveyed by the frog gave me a chuckle!

Let me paint you a picture here…read more.. You're driving down the road, the sun is shining perfectly in your face. You can't escape it. You know, like in that sweet spot where your visor doesn't cover the blindingness and you have to hold your hand up to see the road. Your music is blaring, traffic is stopping at the red light, and you finally get a break from the glaring sun thanks to the car shadow in front of you. You open your eyes fully, after several minutes of squinting, and see A GIANT FIELD OF GIANT CORN!! Ok, ok, this isn't a picture at all. This is actually a true story. I know it's true because it happened to me yesterday! Of course, I had to take a few minutes to jump out and explore this random field of art. I easily found the entrance to the space and pulled up alongside the field. I got out and started towards the Osage Orange trees lined up on the west side of the installation. I noticed several plaques and love learning about art so I read up on the history of this area of Dublin and the inspiration of the art in front of me. There was even a Dublin Arts Council QR code that I scanned and was able to listen in on the artist explaining it. Excellent touch! After soaking up a ton of information about corn and the history of the neighborhood, I snagged a few photos and enjoyed these giant corn cobs up close. They're rock solid, made out of cement, and much taller than me. They're also all different, much like their edible muse. Need a laugh? Need a break from life? Swing through this park and embrace the simple things.

Frantz Park is home to the famous - or infamous, depending on your point of view - field of corn…read moresculpture. The site used to be a corn farm before becoming a park. There is a small Osage Orange tree area with benches along one side, but the vast majority of the space is dedicated to the art installation consisting of 109 corn cobs. This is one of those quirky sights that you just need to see for yourself for fun! It's an easy stop on the way to do something else in the area.

University Square is a newer nice space at the corner of 15th and High Streets, located across from…read morethe Ohio State campus. A variety of seating and patio tables are available, with greenery around it. There is a friendship walk, which features the word 'friendship' engraved in stone in 141 languages around the area. A row of restaurants open up along the space, including Bubbles Tea & Juice, LemonShark Poke & Makai Grill, Roots Natural Kitchen, and Barrio Tacos. It's really nice that this space was preserved from all of the rapid building expansion, as it is a great place to stop, relax, socialize or dine along High St. It will be particularly delightful when the warmer weather decides to stick around!