Krohn Conservatory

Absolutely beautiful! Krohn Conservatory will transport you to a tropical oasis. I came for the butterfly show, which is such a cool and unique experience. The only thing I was disappointed in was the face that none of the butterflies landed on me. Be sure to wear bright colors to attract the butterflies!

Spring is when the butterflies are at Krohns. it draws the crowds and kids love it. bring the best camera you have. this year they are featuring butterflies from the Caribbean, I believe the charge is 7 for adults and 4 for children. parking is free but limited. The plants are lovely and colorful. it’s hot inside and the butterflies seem to be attracted to those wearing colorful clothing.

Just an update — sadly, the Krohn is no longer free. It now costs $ 4.00 for the general admission. It’s very nice, and four dollars is not a lot, but I went a week ago and was charged $ 4.00 for 2 rooms of a greenhouse — the third wing was closed in preparation for the Butterfly Exhibit which is now open. I spent no longer than 10 – 15 minutes and felt a little cheated.
This past weekend my parents went and were told they had to pay the $ 7.00 (each) for the Butterfly exhibit and there weren’t any other options.
I get that things get more expensive over time, but it’s a disappointing development. I saw some folks walk away with their kids in tow because they were used to free admission.

This is a staple to the Cincinnati area! If you have any out of town visitors, this has to be a stop on the journey! They offer amazing views of exotic plants from all over the world. They offer an awesome butterfly exhibit that runs from March through June every year. The staff on site can be slow at times, and not have the answers to questions you have. We were trying to get engagement photos there, and the staff was not able to help us achieve this, which was unfortunate. Other than that, I come here at least once a year to enjoy the heat and views of the plants!

Cheap fun that will give you the opportunity to become one with nature. Took a day trip to Cincinnati and it just so happened admission was free today, so that was a huge plus! A lot of beautiful and cool flowers and plants were on display. We missed the butterfly hatching by a few days, so that was disappointing but all around a good time. We especially enjoyed seeing the wildlife that shared the conservatory with the plants (fish, turtles, even some spiders) Very interesting place to go to spend some time.

The fragrance walking in is like heaven. Everything was beautiful. My family and I enjoyed it very much. The admission fee and annual pass pins are priced well.
It doesnt take long to walk through but because there is so much to see and take in, it is well worth the drive and minimal admission fee.

Very cute and well organized conservatory! There is a little admission fee to get in. It didn’t take us a lot of time to finish since it’s a pretty small place! So definitely make sure that you have things planned following to fill up your day if you are out of town visitors like me!

Do not miss the December display of handcrafted Cincinnati buildings nestled among the flora here. A suberb and unique experience, not kitschy.

Looking forward to spring and our semi-​annual visit for the Butterfly Exhibit. We also go late summer for a relaxing afternoon and then onto Eden Park. Highly recommend. Or combine with the Playhouse events.

I absolutely love this place. It is an oasis from the city, filled floor to ceiling pure beauty and adventure. Not much else could be said that hasn’t been mentioned but I highly recommend getting a membership and making it a habit to come in for some quiet time. They have benches all throughout the rooms good for sitting down to a good book, writing, or even emailing on their wifi… but the best is to just walk around and take the sights in. There are quite a few programs that happen outside of their everyday hours– many times for kiddos, worth checking out too!

I came here with my family to see the Poinsettia display. They had a coupon online for $ 1 off of the already cheap $ 7 ticket, which then only cost all five of us $ 30. The plants were awesome and the display was a lot cooler than I thought it would be! I liked seeing the displays of the different places in Cincinnati, and appreciated the craftsmanship that went into setting it up. The live nativity scene was a nice addition as well, and is a big plus for for kids, as the whole tour only took about an hour to do tops. This is a cool spot to bring the family, or some out-​of-​towners, then take a walk around Eden Park, and head up to Mt Adams for a bite to eat afterwards!

Great place to take children or to just get away to the tropics for a good stress relief trip. The cacti room has some very nice specimens on display. There’s an orchid room, two very large tropical rooms, one with a waterfall and then the seasonal display room. Weekdays are relatively uncrowded and weekends are pretty busy but usually you can still find a spot to sit and enjoy the ambience.

What a great way to spend a chilly Fall/​Winter day. The conservatory is set in Eden Park which is a treat in itself especially if you want to grab a picnic or catch the changing autumn leaves. Once you walk into the conservatory itself, I swear the air is fresher and you breathe a little lighter with all those plants pumping out that oxygen. The air is humid and warm in most of the rooms so dress appropriately. But it is a nice change to the chilly air outside. The waterfall is just as I remember it from over a decade ago and it was nice to see many of the same plants and bonsai there still thriving. The koi fish are also a nice touch.
The Christmas decorations and electric trains cruising through the winding tracks and plants were fun to see. I really liked the wooden replicas of the Cincinnati landmarks and the hand crafted mini-​houses made of gourds. I appreciated the variety of fun items in their small but cute gift shop. Prices were reasonable too — great for picking up a small gift or memento.

Gorgeous, Art Deco conservatory perfect for a local or a traveler! Krohn features lovely architecture, luscious plants, and interesting (& educational exhibits). The holiday show, Poinsettia Express, opened this weekend and runs through the end of December.
The same company that makes the amazing structures for the National Botanical Garden’s annual holiday show created Cincinnati-​themed ones for the conservatory. Buildings and train tracks built out of twigs, pods, acorns, and fungi are phenomenal. The Krohn’s special exhibits are great for kids and adults alike.
Spend a leisurely morning or afternoon exploring the plants and wonderland that is the Krohn. The entry fee is nominal and coupons for special exhibits are often offered online. Enjoy the beauty of nature for free all around the building in Eden Park and check out the Cincinnati Art Museum just up the hill.

A nice peaceful place to go to all year round. A great place to bring the family and have the kids learn about a great variety of flora. An absolutely great place to take floral pictures and you’ll know the name of the plants you’re taking pics of. They also have wonderful seasonal exhibits, the Butterfly and Holiday exhibits, are worth going to. We’ve been there many times and always learn new things. Highly recommended!

Serenity in the middle of a busy city. Cincinnati is lucky to have this beautiful space in the Krohn Conservatory. It’s a little pricey for the admission but they rely on that to stay open.
They do different events through out the year, such as the seemingly popular Butterfly Show which is running now. You are given the opportunity to be in an area full of different species of Butterfly, that may choose to perch on you.
Waterfalls, tropical trees, and even a few birds. Come here when you want to escape… Preferably on a weekday, as it’s less crowded.

What an amazing experience. Never been to a place where you see butterflies flying all around you. This years theme is: Butterflies of the Philippines. Exhibit is here until June 21. Tickets are $ 7 but you can obtain a $ 1 off coupon online or from a skyline chili restaurant.
Here are a couple of tips:
1. Don’t bring a jacket with you, it’s really hot and humid inside
2. To get a butterfly, slowly swoop them up with the paper that will be provided for you.
3. It’s hard to catch them when they are feeding. Find ones that are just resting on a flower/​plant
4. I hear they like the smell of orange, so bring an orange peel with you.
Have fun!

I love coming here. It gives you a sense of peace, calms you, and is breathtaking to look upon.

Krohn Conservatory is a beautiful place to spend an hour or so. I especially enjoy sitting beside the waterfall and taking in the natural beauty of the plants. There are also several other rooms containing plants from different environments. The butterfly show is a gem as is the Christmas display. The only downside is the cost… It is a bit steep at $ 6, but definitely someplace to check out if you haven’t been before. If you’re a frequent visitor, I believe they have memberships that will allow you to visit as often as you want. This might be a good way to make it more economically feasible.

Beautiful place. Well structured and maintained. There are wooden structures of buildings and bridges of Cincinnati area inside, quite beautifully placed in the nature. I don’t mind going to this place once a week