Guidebook for Cincinnati
Food Scene
Stylish spot with high ceilings & decorative tiles serving tapas, Latin entrees & cocktails.
15 habitants recommandent
Mita's | Downtown Cincinnati Restaurant & Tapas | Chef Jose Salazar
501 Race StStylish spot with high ceilings & decorative tiles serving tapas, Latin entrees & cocktails.
Locally owned and sourced restaurant that focuses on nourishing breakfast, lunch, and everything in between.
19 habitants recommandent
Sleepy Bee Cafe
8 E 4th StLocally owned and sourced restaurant that focuses on nourishing breakfast, lunch, and everything in between.
Arts & Culture
One of the greatest architectural gems in an architecturally savvy cities. It is an iconic structure located in the center of downtown. Housed inside the Zaha Hadid structure are contemporary artist from regional to international status. Check out their website to see the recent exhibitions, programs, and educational opportunities as they are continually changing. The UnMuseum located on the 6th floor is one of the few opportunities where patrons are invited to interact with the works inside the museum. Great for kids to seniors and it is FREE thanks to philanthropy efforts of our great art community!
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Centre d'art contemporain
44 E 6th StOne of the greatest architectural gems in an architecturally savvy cities. It is an iconic structure located in the center of downtown. Housed inside the Zaha Hadid structure are contemporary artist from regional to international status. Check out their website to see the recent exhibitions, programs, and educational opportunities as they are continually changing. The UnMuseum located on the 6th floor is one of the few opportunities where patrons are invited to interact with the works inside the museum. Great for kids to seniors and it is FREE thanks to philanthropy efforts of our great art community!
Originally opened in 1933 as the Union Terminal train station, the beautiful Art Deco building is a national historic landmark and was renovated and reopened as Cincinnati Museum Center in 1990, where it is now host to The Children's Museum, The Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati History Museum, special exhibitions, and the OMNIMAX Theater.
*The Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati History Museum and the OMNIMAX Theater are temporarily closed for renovations.
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Centre des musées de Cincinnati à Union Terminal
1301 Western AveOriginally opened in 1933 as the Union Terminal train station, the beautiful Art Deco building is a national historic landmark and was renovated and reopened as Cincinnati Museum Center in 1990, where it is now host to The Children's Museum, The Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati History Museum, special exhibitions, and the OMNIMAX Theater.
*The Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati History Museum and the OMNIMAX Theater are temporarily closed for renovations.
Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features a diverse, encyclopedic art collection of more than 73,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the museum also hosts several national and international traveling exhibitions each year.
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Musée d'art de Cincinnati
953 Eden Park DrLocated in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features a diverse, encyclopedic art collection of more than 73,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the museum also hosts several national and international traveling exhibitions each year.
Located within Eden Park in between Cincinnati's East Walnut Hills and Mount Adams neighborhoods, Krohn Conservatory is an incredible botanical garden filled with over 3,500 plant species from around the world. It’s widely recognized as one of the country’s largest public greenhouses. It also draws architecture buffs, as the 1933 building is a classic example of the Art Deco style.
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Conservatoire Krohn
1501 Eden Park DrLocated within Eden Park in between Cincinnati's East Walnut Hills and Mount Adams neighborhoods, Krohn Conservatory is an incredible botanical garden filled with over 3,500 plant species from around the world. It’s widely recognized as one of the country’s largest public greenhouses. It also draws architecture buffs, as the 1933 building is a classic example of the Art Deco style.
Nestled on a hill and commanding a superb view of downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park has been offering audiences the finest in professional theatre for more than 60 years. Nationally known for its excellence and commitment to new works and as an artistic home for America's best actors, directors and designers, the Playhouse always keeps its primary role at center stage. We are Cincinnati's national theatre – committed to bringing diverse, engaging works of great artistry to our community, and to putting Cincinnati's artistic excellence in the national spotlight.
70 habitants recommandent
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt Adams CirNestled on a hill and commanding a superb view of downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park has been offering audiences the finest in professional theatre for more than 60 years. Nationally known for its excellence and commitment to new works and as an artistic home for America's best actors, directors and designers, the Playhouse always keeps its primary role at center stage. We are Cincinnati's national theatre – committed to bringing diverse, engaging works of great artistry to our community, and to putting Cincinnati's artistic excellence in the national spotlight.
The Aronoff Center is home to three versatile performance spaces. The 2,700-seat Procter & Gamble Hall hosts major events, while the 437-seat Jarson-Kaplan Theater is the ideal setting for local theater and dance presentations. The Fifth Third Bank Theater seats up to 150 and can be configured for more intimate events. With galleries on two levels, the acclaimed Weston Art Gallery showcases an eclectic mix of exhibitions by emerging and professional artists, fostering an appreciation of the visual arts throughout the Tri-state region.
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Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut StThe Aronoff Center is home to three versatile performance spaces. The 2,700-seat Procter & Gamble Hall hosts major events, while the 437-seat Jarson-Kaplan Theater is the ideal setting for local theater and dance presentations. The Fifth Third Bank Theater seats up to 150 and can be configured for more intimate events. With galleries on two levels, the acclaimed Weston Art Gallery showcases an eclectic mix of exhibitions by emerging and professional artists, fostering an appreciation of the visual arts throughout the Tri-state region.
The Taft Theatre is a 2,500-seat theater, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The theatre was built in 1928, as evidenced by its Art Deco interior. All seats are unobstructed, giving every seat a clear view of the stage. It is part of the Masonic Temple Building at Fifth and Sycamore streets.
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Théâtre Taft
317 E 5th StThe Taft Theatre is a 2,500-seat theater, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The theatre was built in 1928, as evidenced by its Art Deco interior. All seats are unobstructed, giving every seat a clear view of the stage. It is part of the Masonic Temple Building at Fifth and Sycamore streets.
Sightseeing
One of the first things to do is go to the observation deck of the Carew Tower and get your bearings around our non-grid city. It costs $4 for adults and $2 for kids (CASH ONLY). Located in the heart of downtown on a clear day you will be able to oversee much of Northern Kentucky, OTR, Downtown, Stadiums, and beyond! The initial elevator will get you near the top of the building, but there is a second extremely snug elevator for the last few floors. If you are claustrophobic, you can take the stairs for these last few flights. Not good on foggy or rainy days.
35 habitants recommandent
Carew Tower
35 W 5th StOne of the first things to do is go to the observation deck of the Carew Tower and get your bearings around our non-grid city. It costs $4 for adults and $2 for kids (CASH ONLY). Located in the heart of downtown on a clear day you will be able to oversee much of Northern Kentucky, OTR, Downtown, Stadiums, and beyond! The initial elevator will get you near the top of the building, but there is a second extremely snug elevator for the last few floors. If you are claustrophobic, you can take the stairs for these last few flights. Not good on foggy or rainy days.
A seasonal farmers market as well as year round restaurants and vendors selling meat, produce & other local foods.
292 habitants recommandent
Marché Findlay
1801 Race StA seasonal farmers market as well as year round restaurants and vendors selling meat, produce & other local foods.
The John A. Roebling Bridge has been an iconic landmark over the Ohio River for more than 150 years. Designed by civil engineer John Roebling, the bridge officially opened to traffic on January 1, 1867. Its 1,075 foot span made it the longest bridge in the world.
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Pont suspendu John A. Roebling
John A. Roebling Suspension BridgeThe John A. Roebling Bridge has been an iconic landmark over the Ohio River for more than 150 years. Designed by civil engineer John Roebling, the bridge officially opened to traffic on January 1, 1867. Its 1,075 foot span made it the longest bridge in the world.
Parks & Nature
Walk along the Ohio side of the river that stretches from downtown featuring gardens, a playground, a splash pad, and panoramic walking paths.
Parc Smale
166 W Mehring WayWalk along the Ohio side of the river that stretches from downtown featuring gardens, a playground, a splash pad, and panoramic walking paths.
Cincinnati and Hamilton County have some of the most beautiful parks. Ault park is a great option for anyone and is free to the public. Hike, lounge, play ball, throw frisbees, fly kites, picnic, enjoy an event, etc. The park is very easy to navigate and offers plenty of parking. There is a central area with 3 large fields each divided by amazingly landscaped flora. During the warm months, watch for small wall lizards seen on the rocks and sidewalks and in the spring visit the cherry blossoms. Mostly seen on the east side in Hyde Park and East Walnut Hills.
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Parc Ault
5090 Observatory AveCincinnati and Hamilton County have some of the most beautiful parks. Ault park is a great option for anyone and is free to the public. Hike, lounge, play ball, throw frisbees, fly kites, picnic, enjoy an event, etc. The park is very easy to navigate and offers plenty of parking. There is a central area with 3 large fields each divided by amazingly landscaped flora. During the warm months, watch for small wall lizards seen on the rocks and sidewalks and in the spring visit the cherry blossoms. Mostly seen on the east side in Hyde Park and East Walnut Hills.
Drinks & Nightlife
Somerset Bar
One of the coolest bars in the city that transports you to a magical far away place.
A speakeasy that transcends time and space. If you’ve landed outside the two lightly dimmed purple orbs, you are in the right spot. Knock on the door and await to be greeted. They’ll most likely ask if you have reservations, I never have and always managed to be let in moments later. You’ll travel down a vast amount of stairs into an old beer cellar depths below the city surface. The first bar is a beautiful start to the evening, but the real magic lies just beyond in the next room. There you will find live music in what feels like a Hollywood set for the most epic 1920’s bar.
23 habitants recommandent
Ghost Baby
1314 Republic StA speakeasy that transcends time and space. If you’ve landed outside the two lightly dimmed purple orbs, you are in the right spot. Knock on the door and await to be greeted. They’ll most likely ask if you have reservations, I never have and always managed to be let in moments later. You’ll travel down a vast amount of stairs into an old beer cellar depths below the city surface. The first bar is a beautiful start to the evening, but the real magic lies just beyond in the next room. There you will find live music in what feels like a Hollywood set for the most epic 1920’s bar.
One of the best brewers in town that offer 20+ beers on tap. I recommend getting a flight to sample. Amazingly large outdoor patio and indoor space that is fun anytime of the day. Go early if you want to be the crowd.
Also within the bar is Catch-A-Fire, which is an independently owned woodfire pizza company. Meat, vegan, and gluten free options.
Celebrate the Cincy originated game of cornhole...if you aren't sure of the rules, ask anyone...they'll know.
82 habitants recommandent
MadTree Brewing
3301 Madison RdOne of the best brewers in town that offer 20+ beers on tap. I recommend getting a flight to sample. Amazingly large outdoor patio and indoor space that is fun anytime of the day. Go early if you want to be the crowd.
Also within the bar is Catch-A-Fire, which is an independently owned woodfire pizza company. Meat, vegan, and gluten free options.
Celebrate the Cincy originated game of cornhole...if you aren't sure of the rules, ask anyone...they'll know.
Firstly, it’s Arnold’s (not Madonna’s as it is wrongly labeled-very different bar). It’s the oldest bar in Cincy (150+ years) and a great place to enjoy some of the best local beer and listen to live music on the patio, which is covered and heated during the cold season. They serve lunch and dinner too!
The owner's of the bar are passionate about street artists and have a well preserved Shepard Fairey mural on the exterior of the building and a JR mural on the interior patio wall.
21 habitants recommandent
Madonna's Bar and Grill
210 E 8th StFirstly, it’s Arnold’s (not Madonna’s as it is wrongly labeled-very different bar). It’s the oldest bar in Cincy (150+ years) and a great place to enjoy some of the best local beer and listen to live music on the patio, which is covered and heated during the cold season. They serve lunch and dinner too!
The owner's of the bar are passionate about street artists and have a well preserved Shepard Fairey mural on the exterior of the building and a JR mural on the interior patio wall.
Entertainment & Activities
364 acres of amusement filled with roller coasters, a water park, and a Peanut's themed kids zone.
236 habitants recommandent
Kings Island
6300 Kings Island Dr364 acres of amusement filled with roller coasters, a water park, and a Peanut's themed kids zone.
Newport Aquarium welcomes your family to discover the wonder of an underwater world located in Newport, Kentucky right across the river from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. See thousands of the world’s most exotic aquatic creatures as you waddle with playful penguins, meet rare white alligators, be surrounded by sharks and surprised by smiling stingrays. Encounter thrilling adventures like the first-in-the-world Shark Bridge, where you can cross inches above a tank full of sharks on a rope bridge.
290 habitants recommandent
Aquarium de Newport
1 Levee WayNewport Aquarium welcomes your family to discover the wonder of an underwater world located in Newport, Kentucky right across the river from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. See thousands of the world’s most exotic aquatic creatures as you waddle with playful penguins, meet rare white alligators, be surrounded by sharks and surprised by smiling stingrays. Encounter thrilling adventures like the first-in-the-world Shark Bridge, where you can cross inches above a tank full of sharks on a rope bridge.
Paul Brown Stadium
1 Paul Brown StadiumHome of the Cincinnati Bengals.
Great American Ball Park
100 Joe Nuxhall WayHome of the Cincinnati Reds
Essentials
TJ's is relatively close (approx 10 mins) and has great food and snack options for everyone. Inexpensive healthy and organic options.
Trader Joe's
TJ's is relatively close (approx 10 mins) and has great food and snack options for everyone. Inexpensive healthy and organic options.
Kroger Pickup at Walgreens
Kroger is 3 minutes away for all your grocery needs.