COSI - Center of Science and Industry Review

Great museum with lots of fun stuff for kids and adults. The only downside is a lot of people let their kids run wild and it can ruin the experience.

I visited in July 2018 and was let down by the experience. When my boyfriend and I went it was super crowded and you could hardly get into any of the exhibits because there were kids running around without parental supervision. I know this isnt the museums fault but they need some type of structure. A lot of the exhibits were broken and out of service during our visit. The food courts were way overpriced and the food was not that great at all. The exhibits that did have functioning items were decent but it was hard to enjoy because every couple of seconds you're being ran into by a random kid who isn't being watched.

Fantastic place. Been there many times and almost always learn something new. Even being over 40.

I'd give a 3.5 if I could. It was a lot of fun and had nice exhibits, but they held your interest for a few minutes not much more. The dinosaur room was visually not that stimulating. Pittsburgh has a better dinosaur room, showing the animals in what it believed to be their natural habitats. The best thing I saw there was rat basketball.

If there weren't so many children there we would have had a lot more fun. Do not waste your time and money with the cafe. The staff had no clue what to do in there. All-in-all it was entertainment but a zoo.

Love this place. They hosted a Rube Goldberg competition, that was cool. You can't beat $5 all day, on-site parking. They need some new stuff though.

We went on a Saturday in the winter so it was quite busy. They have lockers to store coats which require quarters and is convenient. Variety of dining options for each type of diet. The exhibits were great with a variety of activities for all ages. The Ocean space was my favorite and such a different take on ocean theme. Would definitely come back.

COSI is great! The museum is huge and our kids are always fully entertained and learn for hours. They have a gadget cafe where you can grab a table and "servers" will bring you different "courses" which are a variety of science experiments the whole group can work on together. Every few feet you'll run into engaging, interactive exhibits supported by friendly staff. There are lots and lots of unique things to do. There is also a large address for small kids, an outdoor area, and a stage for demonstrations.

Always the same and broken. Increased prices should mean changes and exhibits working. Went today and 90% is the same as it has been for years and so many broken exhibits. wasted $45 for 2 people.

Always super busy but usually only have to wait at the elevator for 1 extra trip. Goes by pretty quickly. Parking is $4 for members $5 for nonmembers

Amazing! Had a blast per usual, took someone who has never been there before and enjoyed just as much as I did, Cosi was kind of packed today but it s a Saturday.

Walked around to view all the exhibits and other cool stuff, kept us entertained for awhile. I really hope they decide to bring some key features back that was removed or was in the last Cosi.

Really an enjoyable experience for the wondering minds and for family fun, prices aren t too bad which was about $25 per person plus tax. But only took us about 3 hours before we were ready to head out. Otherwise it was fun and will probably be returning again someday!

Great museum experience for the whole family. Enjoyed the Jim Henson special exhibit and the dinosaurs. IMAX movie was also fun. Parking onsite.

It's well worth buying a membership. You can use it to get discounts and free admission to several other children's museums. You can park for free if you go there on the Sunday (not in the garage) and don't mind walking a short distance. It can get busy so I'd recommend getting there early.

I wonder what this place was like when everything worked. To be fair, the kiddos are pretty rough on the equipment.

This place is great for kids but the staff in the kid space aren't very friendly. They watch you like vultures, and not for safety reasons, to make sure you are in the exact space you said you were going to be in. My 10 year old niece was going to go in the big kids lab but she walked around with us before and they almost attacked her. They could be a little more chill with the customers, considering we paid a decent amount. All the other exhibits are wonderful though.

Main museum well worth it, but skip the traveling dinosaur exhibit. The additional fee for the dinosaur bit was wasted money. Again, the main museum is awesome!

Way overcrowded. So many people it is impossible to be enjoyed. Came with kids and they had to wait at least 20 min to see anything, and then as soon as they did get to see something there were unruly kids that would simply push them out of f the way.

Have to walk 3x the distance since they are reconstructing the front entrance area. Glad they are doing some updates on the outside... the inside seems to have the same exhibits as 10 years ago.

Great place for the family. A bit on the pricey side but overall great experience.

Not nearly as good as the old COSI but it is still a good learning experience.

Great staff real helpful and nice place to be a kid again

COSI has been a favorite place of mine since i was a child. It has become so much more than it used to be and is still a great place to go as an adult. I love how they get kids excited to learn about science, I still remember the amazement i experienced as a kid and would easily recommend this to anyone who loves science or has a family they could bring along for the experience!

Disappointed that some things didn't work and hands on science project staff not friendly.

Great interactive and changing displays but the cafeteria food options are not so great and safer parking is needed free of charge for members.

A place for children of all ages (adults too!). The prices are great. They make educational learning really fun. COSI is a great place to spend a whole day!

Wonderful wonderful time! We stayed from open till close and wanted to stay longer. There were a few broken parts that I wish, for the price, was fixed. It s expensive, but I felt was worth it. Riding the unicycle was a blast, my six year old loved the simulator, and the submarine was cool.

It is what it is. Expensive fun but closes early. Comparable places are free esp the one in St. louis

The COSI is a beautiful museum that is great for families and students with lots of hands-on activities for children. I really enjoyed my visit here. The structure inside the museum was gorgeous, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend!!

It is super for small kids so many things to see and do my nephew loved it!!

Gowning up came here all the time, the spinning room, rats playing basketball, and the back to the past exhibit are my favorite. My brother and whole family love here too (:

Our daughter had her wedding and reception at COSI. What a great venue! You wouldn't find a more accommodating staff anywhere. The food was delicious and the entire event was spectacular. Savannah was FANTASTIC! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Thank you to the entire staff!

Now THIS is a place to remember! I spent 3 hours checking out almost everything to do here and I absolutely love it! It's like a museum of all the things you never thought you would see. The gift shop is full of stuff, even had a keychain that had my friend's uncommon name on it. I hope to come back soon.

Lots of fun especially the play area! Fun for adults too! I lifted a car by myself!

It is so fun and you don't relies that you are learning the whole time

It was awesome all the places and science that's there my favorite would have to be the dinosaur museum you'll learn a lot,in fact you
could even become a scientist off of the knowledge that is in there

COSI is the best always something for children to do!

Love Cosi! Only complaint is that they aren't open Monday and Tuesday :/

We had a school field trip here and we had a great time! The kidsspace was an excellent place to let the kids explore, learn and have fun in a more controlled environment. The gadgets section had many fun and educational stations and the progress area was a hit as well. I'm certainly considering a membership here for the family.

Always a great time. New exhibits come through frequently enough to gain value from a membership pass. Great in the winter when outside weather is garbage. Great in the summer when the zoo is just too hot.

My kids love the Adventure, Ocean and Life exhibits! Great place for a family field trip!

Very crowded. Unorganized. Very dated. Poor flow. Not worth the money.

Last time was 30 years ago in 1989, I went there with my family at 7, I loved the place was fun so I haven t been to for 30 years maybe see the changes this year I hope so, this brings back memories of my childhood!

Only 75% of the exhibits worked and I was very disappointed.

Great place to bring your kids. A lot of interactive exhibits.
Go during less busy times.

There is so much to see and do here. We were here for almost 3 hrs and it wasn't enough time! We will definetly go back. The few exhibits we got to see were so cool. Only complaint is that they started shutting some things down pretty early before closing time.

Great science museum for kids and families. Well maintained, with many awesome permanent and rotating exhibits. Highlights for today visit included rat basketball and the planetarium. Keep all my kids interested ages 10, 6, and 2.

Always have a great time at cos I. Great fun for the whole family.

COSI never dissappoints! The train displays are awesome. I'm glad I can carry my own food in due to my food allergies. Impressed!

This place is only for kids not for adults and tickets are very expensive.

Way over priced for what's going on in there these days. General admission, you say? Insulting. This place used to be worth the price. Out of towners will find it fun. Most of the locals know that it's really gone downhill.

Fun for adult and kids. Avery memorable experience. You definitely need all day to take in the full experience.

Best place for any age children. Always something new n fun to do. Food is okay.

Great time for a family! Maybe a little overwhelming (with a 5 you and 3 yo) but a great visit!

Good museum for kids. If you have older kids (14+), try another science museum because this is kid hub, ha!

Tons of fun for my 3 and 5 year old boys! I will say that the dinosaur exhibit was a bit of a let down... Not enough hands on stuff for kids. So many other great things to do though!

Great experience. Kids loved it. Very pricey for being in a small metro area.

I had fun here. Lots of stuff to play with. Giant Lego room with a dress up area for little kids when they were playing and other detailed fun themed exhibitions. I was impressed. It was incredibly busy not long after opening. Parking wasn't horrible but we got there early.

COSI is fun for everyone! This place never gets old, would recommend anyone visiting Columbus check it out.

Visited today as my husband decided to take me around ohio to learn more as i am originally from England. Unfortunately i could not give more than two stars, it is very over priced & we even caught an employee ASLEEP at the stimulator!!! The dinosaur exhibit was the best part & all the others are very much hidden away. Be prepared to pay through the nose for entry ($40 EACH) & extortionate food/drink prices & mediocre exhibits. Hopefully on our return in the next year they will have improved the place.

Spent the afternoon at COSI. While I did have a good experience being with my family, COSI itself left alot to be desired. Several of the exhibits were broken and a couple of areas were shutdown while they were apparently setting up new exhibits. I'd say the biggest problem was the congestion. There was just no flow to the place and corridors were like the highway system at rush hour. Frankly, I think my marks for this place would have been higher had I felt I got my money's worth. But paying ($17.50) for what little was there just seemed like too much. It's a bad thing when the most well kept and maintained area of an establishment is the gift shop. Had they put as much effort into the rest of the facility as they did the gift shop, I think the experience would have been worth the money. Still worth a days outing with the family, but don't expect to be awestruck.

Great place to take the family. Lots to entertain the kids. Good clear explanations of the basic fundamentals of science.

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Fantastic science museum for all ages! They also have a large play area for toddlers. Very large place, can't see everything in one day.

Took my kids and their grandparents to COSI and we all had great time.

It's an exciting museum, with a lot for kids of varying ages to see and do, but... MONEYMONEYMONEYMONEY. Was considering going to the MythBusters explosive exhibit, but they want $25 per adult and $20 per child. And that's before whatever will be spent at the cafeteria and (of course) the gift shop. Insane!

Eh wouldn't recommend it I came here as a child and loved it now they changed everything and space area is a laugh bring back the old cosi

This place is incredible. I've been going to Cosi all my life, and I never get tired of the place. Great for families, kids, or even a date.

Absolutely the best science center! Tons of fun for the whole family-even adults!

My daughter is 4 years old and she loves this place

Cosi is overcrowded to the point of non function. There are no defined lines for children so those that are well behaved are constantly cut. It would be simple for some floor signage to make lines.