There’s nothing like taking some time to stop and smell the roses. Here in Ohio, there’s a park specifically dedicated to this expression and it’s a beautiful place to take a stroll. The Columbus Park of Roses is a little-known, hidden gem within the state capital—and it’s hiding in plain sight. Open to the public and free of charge, this gorgeous garden deserves your attention.

Tucked away in the Clintonville neighborhood of Columbus, you’ll find this stunning 13-acre park that will take your breath away and make you—literally—stop and smell the roses.

Lynn C/Trip Advisor Note: Admission to the park is free and it closes at dusk.

The Columbus Park of Roses features more than 12,000 roses. From “old roses” to “modern roses,” (which bloom repeatedly throughout the growing season), this park has it all.

Jennifer B/Trip Advisor Roses and roses as far as the eye can see, with different colors, species and scents. It’s downright romantic. <3

Throughout the gardens, there are several wide, paved paths guiding the way and plenty of benches where you can stop and take in the sights (and smells.)

Yy Y/Trip Advisor You’ll also come across several inspiring quotes on the surrounding pillars that cultivate contemplation.

The park is home to three different rose gardens, as well as an herb garden and a perennial garden.

Lynn C/Trip Advisor It’s the perfect place to explore during a visit to Columbus on a sunny day.

Throughout the years, the park has received several awards—and it’s not hard to see why.

Yy Y/Trip Advisor It’s been deemed one of America’s Top Ten Public Rose Gardens by the All American Rose Society and was inducted into the Great Rosarians of the World’s Rose Garden of Excellence hall of fame.

Don’t miss out on this hidden gem of a park. It’s the perfect place to relax and get away when you need the serenity and comfort that only a day in nature can bring.

LumiePerez/TripAdvisor Admission to the park is free and it closes at dusk.

Have you ever been to the Columbus Park of Roses before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

Lynn C/Trip Advisor

Note: Admission to the park is free and it closes at dusk.

Jennifer B/Trip Advisor

Roses and roses as far as the eye can see, with different colors, species and scents. It’s downright romantic. <3

Yy Y/Trip Advisor

You’ll also come across several inspiring quotes on the surrounding pillars that cultivate contemplation.

It’s the perfect place to explore during a visit to Columbus on a sunny day.

It’s been deemed one of America’s Top Ten Public Rose Gardens by the All American Rose Society and was inducted into the Great Rosarians of the World’s Rose Garden of Excellence hall of fame.

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Admission to the park is free and it closes at dusk.

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