Public transportation via COTA: the #10 line stops at the entrance to the park.
From the North...taking I-71 South into Columbus to the Broad Street Exit. Turn left (eastbound) onto Broad, travelling approximately 1 mile. The Conservatory entrance is located at Conservatory Drive on the right or south side.
From the South...taking I-71 North into Columbus to the Broad Street Exit. Turn right (eastbound) onto Broad, travelling approximately one mile. The Conservatory entrance is located at Conservatory Drive on the right or south side.
From the South...taking Route 23 North to I-270 (outerbelt) exiting westbound towards Grove City. Take the I-71 North exit into Columbus and follow the directions above.
From the East...taking I-70 West into Columbus to I-71 North to the Broad Street Exit and follow the directions above.
From the West...taking I-70 East into Columbus to I-71 North to the Broad Street Exit and follow the directions above.
From Downtown/Convention Center...take Third Street South to Broad Street. Turn left (eastbound) onto Broad and travel approximately two miles to Franklin Park, following the directions above.
PLEASE NOTE that construction on the I71/I670 project has begun. These directions will be updated as necessary as the project moves forward. At this time, the Broad St. exit is closed. If you are traveling Eastbound on I-670 to the Conservatory, exit at Cleveland Avenue and turn right (south) to Broad Street. Turn left (East) onto Broad St. Travel approximately 1-1/2 miles to Conservatory entrance on your right.
For additional information regarding ramp and exit closures, visit
The Department of TransportatioN Website
