3 Best Public Parks in Columbus, OH

"Schiller Park has over 23.601 acres of parkland. The park has a beautiful garden, mature trees, beautiful landscaping, and several paths to accommodate joggers or walkers. The park hosts several concerts, festivals, and free Shakespeare performances. Schiller Park has recreation centers, picnic areas, softball diamonds, floral displays, a gazebo, a fishing pond, and a stage. Schiller Park is a great place to see people walking, jogging, and dogs and kids playing in the evening. There is fantastic architecture in the surrounding homes in the park and a wonderful sculpture installation. The park has plenty of parking. It is also wheelchair accessible. Free entry for all visitors.

"Goodale Park is a Victorian neighborhood park with many green areas and a children’s play area. The park has over 32.71 acres of parkland and boasts an impressive collection of more than 650 trees. The park offers multiple playgrounds for different age groups, including a toddler section and areas for older children. The park has ball diamonds, floral displays, and a tennis court. The park has sports fields, including paved areas for basketball and football. Goodale Park is an open park with ponds and grass, and it hosts many live programs during the summer. The park is well-maintained in the middle of the Short North, which offers a play area for the kids. Goodale Park has wheelchair access. Goodale Park in Columbus offers free public access.

"John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons provides picnic amenities with recreational opportunities for all ages. The park has a 6-acre park and green space, a gathering place for Central Ohio, a backyard for Downtown residents, and an attraction for people of all ages. There are rides and games, entertainment, and great outdoor fun, all in the heart. They host hundreds of events and concerts every year in the park. John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons is a beautiful free attraction where anyone can walk around with delight during the holiday season. The park is the best use of that old city center space, green, open concert space during the summer, and a colorful winter wonderland late in the year.