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Center of Science and Industry (COSI)

Tourist attraction

4.4(2722 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Center of Science and Industry (COSI)

About

Hands-on science museum & planetarium. This large educational science center offers interactive exhibits, working labs & planetarium shows.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Center of Science and Industry (COSI):

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
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    Phone
    (614) 228-2674
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–5 PM
    Friday:10 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restaurant: Has restaurant
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage
  • Paid parking lot: Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking: Paid street parking

Nearby

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