The Lobby
This is the Krohn Conservatory Lobby. The bench in front of you is a pleasant place to people watch as they wander about the Conservatory. There is also a railing that overlooks the creek that runs the length of the Palm House.
On each side of the railing are steps down into the Palm House, an indoor rain forest complete with a twenty-foot waterfall and towering trees. You will find a little wooden bridge over the creek that flows away from the waterfall and it's a very popular site for wedding photographs. There's a walk-through cave under the waterfall and young men have been stealing kisses back there for generations.
The sun is very bright and the air is hot and humid in the Tropical House on your left. To your right is the Floral Display House that is used for special events. Beyond the Floral Display House is the Desert Garden featuring a remarkable variety of cactus plants. Finally, beyond the desert area, you will find the Orchid House.
All of the exhibit areas in the Krohn Conservatory have special charms and all of them are completely different. It only takes a minute to see why this is one of Cincinnati's most prized resources but it will take many repeat visits to appreciate every aspect of it.