# Inniswood Metro Gardens Winter Evergreen Trail & Children's Garden > Place to go for families in the Columbus area (OH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S Hempstead Rd, Westerville, OH 43081 - Ages: All ages (Paved garden paths, storybook treehouse, and winter evergreen collections for family walks) - Price: Free admission and parking to all botanical gardens and children's areas - Organizer: Inniswood Metro Gardens & Columbus Metro Parks - Official page: https://www.inniswood.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/columbus/activities/inniswood-metro-gardens-winter-evergreen-trail-and-children-s-garden--listing-ec36272465ddd8adef6e63ee ## About Nestled in Westerville, Inniswood Metro Gardens is a 123-acre botanical haven that takes on a serene, sculptural beauty during the winter season. The gardens feature an exceptional Conifer Collection and Winter Garden, showcasing weeping blue atlas cedars, emerald evergreens, and vibrant winterberries dusted in frost. Families will especially adore The Sisters' Garden, a magical children's garden designed around whimsy and discovery. Children can explore the charming Storybook Maze, cross wooden footbridges over frozen rills, and climb into the rustic Granny's Treehouse overlooking a scenic ravine. Paved, barrier-free pathways wind through the entire developed garden area, allowing parents to push strollers easily even on brisk winter afternoons. Seasonal educational signs highlight how dormant trees protect their buds from freezing temperatures, creating a wonderful outdoor living classroom. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The Sisters' Garden and main conifer loops feature exceptionally smooth, paved asphalt and stone paver paths suitable for all strollers and mobility devices. • Nursing & Rest Spots: The historic Innis House education center offers heated indoor rest areas, botanical library seating, and clean restrooms with changing tables. • Age Suitability: Enchanting for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school kids who love playful garden pathways and storybook structures. • Sensory Tips: Peaceful, serene atmosphere with the fresh scent of winter pine needles, crisp winter air, and gentle crunch of frosted paths underfoot. ## Similar picks in Columbus - [Blendon Woods Metro Park Winter Tram & Heated Nature Center](https://grassyknees.com/columbus/activities/blendon-woods-metro-park-winter-tram-and-heated-nature-center--listing-aba7997962e4894b576dd688) — Open on its own schedule · Blendon Woods Metro Park · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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