Posted in Ohio Attractions January 21, 2021 by

Spend A Magical Afternoon At Ohio’s Largest Butterfly House

Here in Ohio, we have have some pretty magical seasonal attractions. We have plenty to look forward to when the seasons change. The Butterfly House at Put-In-Bay is Ohio’s largest butterfly house—and arguably the most magical. Kids and adults alike are enchanted by this indoor wonderland.

During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date.
The next time you need a unique day trip destination, take a ferry to Put-In-Bay and head toward the Perry's Cave Family Fun Center.
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You'll find it along Catawba Avenue in Put-in-Bay, Ohio.
Since 2004, this 4,000 sq. ft. aviary has been delighting Put-In-Bay visitors of all ages. Admission is $8 for adults, $4.50 for kids 6 - 12 and children 5 and under are free.
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It's a magical wonderland with hundreds of butterflies taking flight all around you.
With more than 50 different types of exotic butterflies, you'll see butterflies from all around the world here.
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As you explore and examine them up close, it's fun to figure out what species they are with the Butterfly ID Chart.
Kids will love all the fountains, colors and secret walkways within the aviary. They'll feel like they're walking through a real life fairy tale.
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From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the house's hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. In the spring and fall, the hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Before you leave, don't forget to browse through the gift shop, where you'll find one-of-a-kind items to bring home.
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It's the perfect way to remember your magical adventure.
And since The Butterfly House is on the grounds of Perry's Cave Family Fun Center, you'll want to explore the area further.
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You can check out Perry's Cave itself, mine for gems, rock climb and so much more here. There's even an antique car museum.

Have you ever been to the Butterfly House before? If so, share your photos and experiences with us!

For more magical indoor attractions, check out our previous article: You’ll Never Forget A Trip To This Underrated Natural Oasis In Ohio.

Address: 979 Catawba Ave, Put-In-Bay, OH 43456, USA