Plenty of things in Gahanna, OH attract families – from the various activity options in Creekside Park to the historical gems and walking trails that are integrated throughout the city. You can kayak down the lazy Big Walnut Creek, create your own Herbal Trail adventure, or visit a winery for excellent vino. Below are 6 popular attractions in Gahanna, OH.
Friendship Park
Try your green thumb in the community garden, play a game of basketball or tennis, fish from your canoe, try out the Story Trail, or host your next event in a rentable gazebo. You will even chance upon a community garden here, along with a vibrant art project at the entrance of the Story Trail. Friendship Park is situated near Gahanna’s historic settlement.
Creekside Park
This park is a lush landscape of nature located along the Big Walnut Creek, adjacent to the Creekside Plaza. The Big Walnut Trail meanders through the park, forming an easy connection to Gahanna Municipal Golf Course, Veterans Memorial Park, and Gahanna Swimming Pool. You will get to enjoy paddle boat rides, fishing, and more at this well-loved gathering area. Creekside Plaza also plays host to plenty of events and programming annually.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The highly renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has been identified as the top zoo in the nation by USA Travel Guide. Situated north of Gahanna, the zoo is home to some 650 animal species. Visitors can take a trip to various ‘parts’ of the world here, such as the Asia Quest, Polar Frontier, the Safari Africa exhibits, and Australia. The zoo’s 22-acre water park, Zoombezi Bay, offers wave pools, world-class water slides, and summer fun.
Jorgensen Farms
Fun fact: central Ohio’s best chefs acquire herbs from Jorgensen Farms! Open to the public for special events, this panoramic 65-acre farm grows beef, lamb, organic vegetables, honey, flowers, wool products, and 100 types of herbs. You may also want to check the farm’s website for its calendar of events. Additionally, the private farm is a famous wedding and event destination – specifically the breathtaking Historic Barn.
The Historic Barn has four distinct areas: The Arena offers rustic charm for weddings; The Potting Shed and Patio invites guests into a brick patio made from reclaimed materials; The Flower Field spans half an acre with dramatic flower beds; and the multi-functional Main Barn post and beam structure serves as a nice spot for indoor dancing, appetizers, seating and more.
Airport Golf Course
Golfers are in for a great time in Gahanna! This Jack Kidwell-designed championship course surrounding Big Walnut Creek offers intentionally placed water hazards, tree-lined fairways, and an interesting parade of aircraft courtesy of the Port Columbus International Airport.
Wyandotte Winery
Those visiting Gahanna definitely have to visit Central Ohio’s oldest winery. Robin and Valerie Coolidge, the proprietors of Wyandotte Winery, will give you a tour of the winery and let you sample a flight of their most premium wines. Wyandotte provides small plates, wine tastings, gourmet wine cakes, a lovely patio, custom labels, and a wine shop. Some of the special events hosted here include Murder Mysteries, barbecues, Hump Day Happy Hours, Food and Wine pairings, Fabulous Fridays and more. Tours are free on Saturdays!
