Where to go in Central Ohio when you need sensory accommodations built in — plus how to plan an outing that works for your family.
Getting out matters, but a bad sensory environment can end an outing fast. The good news: several Columbus venues have genuine, thoughtful autism accommodations. This page lists verified options and how to make the most of them. Before a big outing, our guide to sensory-friendly venue programs lists national chains that run them year-round.
Free sensory bags (noise-cancelling headphones, visual schedules, fidgets, bubbles) available at Guest Services, plus a first-floor Calming Room. Sensory program developed with Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Autism Society Central Ohio; publishes a sensory-friendly map and guest guide.
Visit siteKultureCity Sensory Inclusive certified. Offers monthly Quiet Hours on the first Sunday of each month with reduced sound and lighting, plus sensory bags, social stories, and sensory maps. Sensory kits with noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses and fidgets can be rented at Guest Relations.
Visit siteDowntown art museum with a downloadable sensory map, a Sensory Know Before You Go guide, free noise-reducing headphones at the Welcome Desk, and a multi-use comfort room for breaks.
Visit siteThe Crew's stadium is KultureCity-certified sensory inclusive, with staff trained on sensory needs, sensory bags (noise-canceling headphones, fidgets, verbal cue cards, weighted lap pads) and a dedicated sensory room. Preview the visit with the free KultureCity app.
Visit siteIndoor LEGO attraction that lends sensory headphones from the admissions desk. It publishes no other sensory program for this location, so go at quieter weekday times.
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