Visited this place for the fourth time. Good for kids but they start closing before time. Food is…read morebad.

We went to Leeds Farm for their 30th anniversary. It was nice to get tickets 30% off online. It was…read morea very fun time for my son. He is 2 and I found the activities at the farm to be perfect for toddlers. They have numerous play areas and many places in which they have set up slides, which is my son's favorite. He had a blast in the corn grain barn. A great sensory play activity for all kids. He loved the mountain tunnel and straw barn slides. We enjoyed the pumpkin jump area and took both the hay ride and pumpkin express. My son also enjoyed petting the goats. We missed the piglet race, but sounded fun. There was a handwashing station near the animal and corn box barns, which I appreciated. We had a apple cider slushie, which tasted like taking a bite off a freshly picked apple, which was perfect for the warm day.

Went on a Saturday around 12, started to get pretty busy around 12:45-1:30. Which makes the…read morecave/cavers very tight to walk through. While your down there your using a provided map to guide yourself around and match the corresponding areas ( Ex; A to A or 1-1 ) We went after it had just rained the night before, so everything was VERY wet. Wear waterproof/walking shoes if you plan on exploring. Be prepared to get dripped on by very cold water coming off nearby rocks, and the "ceiling". Coming down the initial very steep stairs is a beautiful view of different levels of rocks decending into a tunnel/cave where the rest of the cavers are. Tons of puddles all over the ground from collected rain water and the "droplets". Most the areas are about big enough for one person to walk through the tunnel areas at one time, and if your a larger person i DO NOT recommend going down there. Some areas are extremely tight and really only accessible to someone under 4'5 and around 100 pounds or less. (Im 5'4, 140 and some areas i almost got stuck cause it was too tight going through the rocks. It is neat to see though, i dont think id want to do it again as it is just wet rocks and the furthest tunnel was closed from the previous year that occurred from some heavy rain water. (The water collected, over time causing a collapse). So that was kind of a bummer but i get it for safety reasons. The gem mining was fun, definitely loaded with a lot of "gravel" type rocks so that was new for me, Ive only ever had ones with dirt/sand that yield rocks/gems/shark teeth. We found some really interesting gemstones in each tray. The petting zoo was great. I thought it wad Going to be boring and smelly, and i was happily wrong. The goats were adorable, when we came in a baby jumped through the fence and was following our group. And when we came inside the "pen" to pet them he ran back in it was very cute! The deer were a little skittish but very sweet and gentle. The treasure hunt/maze was VERY fun we enjoyed getting different prizes snd trading them within the group.

It's really a great place for people of all ages there's mining for gems there's a cave. Our…read morefavorite part is the animal petting zoo. It's mostly comprised of goats with a few pigs and Zoe the cow "Queen of the barnyard!" It's not exactly conducive for people in wheelchairs. It has a lot of gravel which can make it challenging when you go into the petting zoo. The restrooms are NOT handicap accessible. Which was annoying but we had a work around thankfully. My experience was a five star, but the lack of handicap parking and all the gravel and no handicap accessible bathroom. I have to give it a 2 but because it was so much fun I give it a 5.

We visited this zoo during our cross-country road trip with our two young boys, ages 4 and 5. We…read moredidn't visit the water park, so I can't comment on that portion of the attraction, but the zoo itself was one of the highlights of our trip. Admission and parking were definitely on the expensive side, and we initially questioned the cost. However, once we got inside, it quickly became clear that the experience justified the price. This is an exceptional zoo with beautifully designed exhibits, an incredible variety of animals, and excellent viewing opportunities throughout the park. One thing we especially appreciated was the food selection. There were several good dining options, and a special shout-out goes to the restaurant near the Savanna exhibit for serving fresh watermelon slices--a perfect treat on a warm day. The zoo also features small playgrounds scattered throughout the grounds, interactive learning experiences for children, and even a small aquarium, which was a pleasant surprise. There's so much to see that you could easily spend two full days here if you wanted to explore everything at a relaxed pace. The only areas that gave us pause were the penguin and tiger habitats. We felt the penguins would benefit from a larger, more enriching environment. The tigers also seemed eager for additional stimulation--they repeatedly ran alongside the glass as our kids moved, almost as if they wanted to play. While it was fascinating to watch, it also made us wonder if additional enrichment opportunities would be beneficial. Overall, this is a spectacular zoo and one of the best we've visited. The thoughtfully designed exhibits, wide variety of animals, family-friendly amenities, and engaging experiences make it well worth a visit. If you're traveling through the area, this is an attraction we would highly recommend.

Most zoos for larger cities, especially the capital of states are generally quite nice. I can say…read morethe same for this one too. My only qualms were how rude other guests were (literally almost everywhere I went to in Ohio was like this, probably due to actually being a minority there), and how cold and stand off-ish the staff were too. I want to hope and say it was an off day, but who knows. $30 for that experience when I could have paid less or around that for a better zoo in California, says a lot about society, but I digress. Huge zoo, almost amusement park-like too since there are lots of rides, though some are weekends only. Unlike the dry heat of SoCal, it was cloudy, a bit rainy, and super muggy and humid hot on a summer day, so you'll be sweating regardless. There were also random dinosaurs interspersed around. I enjoy dinos, so this wasn't too bad and it's something I've seen at the SF Zoo too. Also like other bigger zoos, they have lots of events and seasonal things too, which is nice. Favorite animals that I've seen here were the aardvarks, African Gray parrots, Arctic Fox, different species of otters, capybaras, the hellbender, Komodo dragons, Markhor (cool spiral horned mountain goats), moose, Pallas' Cat (meme cat you don't see often). Just wish they had more reptiles, mainly lizards as that's my autistic hyperfixation.

I absolutely love this place! I've been coming here every year for their Wine Craze Corn Maze…read moreevent, and it never disappoints. The farm is huge, beautifully kept, and has so much to do -- it's the perfect spot for a fall day with family or friends. From hayrides and putt-putt to the giant corn maze, pumpkins, farm animals, and playgrounds, there's truly something for everyone. They also have a charming country store filled with seasonal goodies, local products, and fall décor, plus plenty of food and drink stands to enjoy while you explore. You can really feel that it's a family-run farm -- the staff is always so friendly, welcoming, and eager to make your visit a great one. Van Buren Acres has become one of my favorite fall traditions, and I can't recommend it enough if you're looking for a fun, festive, and wholesome autumn outing!

Went for a school event. $15 per family; not sure if that is the standard price. For that you get…read moreloads of games and activities: hay ride, bouncy thing (sort of a country trampoline, not a bouncy house,) pig races, duck races, corn maze, petting zoo, conk the crow, obstacle course, and much more. And they sell pumpkins, cider, hot chocolate, and 4986 doodads in their gift shop. K loved it. All the kids loved it. It was somewhat fun for adults. Everything is spread out, so my legs were worn. Staff were friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be back someday. Barely half an hour from central Columbus. K did not want to leave.

What a wonderful gem of a place. Immaculate care of the grounds and for the animals. It felt like…read morewe were in a Hallmark movie! The animals had such personality and the people who run the farm were top shelf as well. I can not recommend this place highly enough!

Always a lot of fun. The food for the animals is a bit overpriced but we always have a great time…read moreand staff is always friendly.

Its terrific what they do to help wounded birds as they are being treated. Place is clean and well…read moremaintained.

Highly recommend this place, ESP if you love OWLS! They have so many & all different kinds!…read more Watch their FB page for events! Also check out their website if you love owls or homeschool for all of the neat options for close up experiences & learning! We went for a meet & greet with "Willow" the baby owl from Berkeley Springs, WV when she first arrived to the sanctuary. We had decent seating, learned a lot from the speaker, & could get right up to the table where she was at & take pictures! A lot of information thrown out & a decent amount of time to just watch her.

Michelle at Dream Maker Farm is great! All of Dream Maker's animals are rescues and well loved!…read moreThey make it priority to ensure the zoo is a 'last stop' for their furry friends. Dream Maker has ducks, bunnies, ponies, offers unicorn/pony rides. The staff is knowledgeable about the animals and is a great addition to any birthday party or festival.

You cannot go wrong having Dream Maker Farm at your event. Michelle and the girls were so…read morewonderful! Every animal is a rescue living their best life with Michelle. They love their fur babies. They were very good working with the children. Everyone enjoyed themselves. thank you again for a great day!!!

They are turning into an every day farm festival with their additions. Now they have the store,…read morebakery, kettle popcorn, foodtruck, gift shop, paid petting zoo, buggy rides, and the expanded parking. Their fry pies are great, huge longjohns, delicious produce, and lots of samples. Plus, you can get half off on the reduced rack w/ 1.50 pies.

This was a fun stop. The property is large and has a lot of amenities- petting farm, gift store,…read moregrocery store, and kind of a snack bar. Our visit was mostly the gift shop and grocery store. The grocery store was a great stop for snacks. They had some delicious pies. At least the cheese and blackberries one I had was delicious. And since the crust is great, I would imagine they were solid choices. They had a nice selection of Amish popcorn and maple treats too. The gift shop is large and has a good selection of items. The yard decor and patio furniture were all fairly impressive. Some things were even Buckeyes themed! The leather goods were the other highlight. I thought the rucksacks were great and had me wishing I could take a hobbit adventure But, the highlight for my sister was a real/ nice belt that she is excited about. My highlight was the pecan turtle I had for dessert. It's a great spot in Amish country and the service was very pleasant.

I loved to visit Parky's farm as a kid, and the charm still definitely remains a generation later!…read moreI believe that the farm has been renamed to Winton Woods Equestrian Center, which is how you will find it on the map. There's so much to see and do here! It's beautiful for a walk or for a fun adventure for little kids. When you visit, I would highly recommend walking back through the petting zoo area to the garden/farm. There is a lovely lake, a large windmill, and several labeled garden beds. There is even an apiary area where you can see honeybees in action! There is nice garden seating (picnic tables and smaller tea tables) so bringing a picnic is wonderful here as long as you don't mind bringing your food out to the garden. The plants and crops grown in the garden are not for picking, but it's really neat for kids to see all of the vegetables and fruits and herbs growing to learn about pollination! The animals are well cared for and are often active either out in their yards or in the barn. There are over 20 horses at this equestrian center, and you can often spot them out in the pasture or giving lessons or pony rides. I have not paid for the paid attractions like pony rides, but there are helpful staff ready to assist if you are interested. The playground here is a lot of fun - there are slides of varying sizes and my toddler was having a blast exploring! We also find the entire park very clean and well-maintained each time. Finally, I've attended a program with my elementary students at Parky's Farm for several years past and the staff do such a great job teaching kids about farm life and different aspects of the farms operation, like weather patterns or animal and plant needs. I would highly recommend any of the programming that the great park staff facilitates here. Park's farm is such a hidden gem and is a wonderful institution of outdoor fun and education!

We attended the Holidays on the Farm event. It was lots of fun but a bit pricey. I saw later that…read morethere was a small promotion, however, it was not widely publicized. Even so, we enjoyed seeing the lights, animals, and Santa Claus. We also purchased cups of hot cocoa and a s'mores kit. Our girls took advantage of the pony riding and playground. Overall, it was a great time with plenty of activities to choose from.

I love the gorillas here. I also appreciate that they have plenty of enrichment to play with!read more

Our first day at the Columbus Zoo and we were able to hang out in their Congo River base camp…read more This part of the zoo was amazing, there are so many displays to check out and learn about the different places the animals were from. There are multiple places to kind sit and watch the animals play and, if at the right place at the right time, get to see the keepers interact with the animals. There is a big food court here as well as multiple rest rooms and a few carts with snacks. I will say the best part is the keeper talks in where keepers will come out and discuss the programs surrounding work they do to help maintain the species of animals they work with. This was one of my favorite places to hang out and you could easily spend the whole day here. I will get some more pictures up soon