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Activities Things To Do
Our Favorite Cincinnati Attractions
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Cincinnati’s must-see attractions
From cultural institutions to bring-the-kids attractions, Cincinnati boasts a wide array of things to see and do. Explore some of our favorites right here. Is it any wonder Travel + Leisure named the Queen City among the top ten “Best Places to Travel” this year?
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ELEMENT EATERY
– 5350 Medpace Way
At Element Eatery, extraordinary design meets curated, hyperlocal dining options. Choose from 8 local food vendors, plus RJ Taproom, a cafe, salad station, and gelato bar.
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Cincinnati Zoo &
Botanical Garden
– 3400 Vine St.
Animal lovers of all ages delight in this top-notch zoo with wildlife exhibits, a 4D theater, and impressive botanical garden.
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Newport Aquarium
– 1 Dave Cowens Dr., Newport, KY
Located just over the bridge, the Newport Aquarium is a playful home for penguins, jellyfish, stingrays, and other sealife.
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Kings Island Amusement Park
– 6300 Kings Island Dr., Mason, OH
Thrill-seekers love this sprawling amusement park complete with a dinosaur exhibit, 9.2 miles of roller coasters, and a summer-only Soak City waterpark.
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Fountain Square
– 520 Vine St.
This lively community plaza in the heart of downtown Cincinnati hosts free concerts, cultural events, even a seasonal ice rink.
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The Banks
– 150 E. Freedom Way
This dining and nightlife destination nestles along the Ohio River between Paul Brown Stadium, Great American Ball Park, and the new 45-acre Smale Riverfront Park.
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Historic Over-the-Rhine
– Vine St.
Known locally as OTR, this walkable historic neighborhood is packed with hot restaurants and unique shops.
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Findlay Market
– 1801 Race St.
A favorite of foodies, this beloved and bustling market dates back to 1855 and features farmers, fishmongers, shopkeepers, and street vendors, plus a seasonal farmers’ market.
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Pendleton Art Center
– 1310 Pendleton St.
Get to know 200 artists+ with studios in PAC’s eight-floor historic building, which features original pine floors, towering arched windows, and monthly Final Friday studio walks.
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Rookwood Commons and Pavilion
– 2699 Edmondson Rd.
Located northeast of downtown Cincinnati, upscale open-air shopping center features more than 70 stores and restaurants.
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Cincinnati Music Hall
– 1241 Elm St.
An architectural gem, the grand Cincinnati Music Hall is home to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
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Aronoff Center for the Arts
– 650 Walnut St.
From ballet to Broadway productions, the Aronoff Center for the Arts serves up a generous dose of culture to Cincinnati locals and visitors.
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Cincinnati Art Museum
– 953 Eden Park Dr.
More than 67,000 works of art spanning 6,000 years, plus free admission and exceptional traveling exhibits, make this treasured art institution a must-see.
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Cincinnati Bengals
(Paul Brown Stadium)
– 1 Paul Brown Stadium
This open-air, 65,000-seat stadium alongside the Ohio River is home to the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals.
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Cincinnati Reds
(at Great American Ball Park)
– 100 Joe Nuxhall Way
Catch Cincinnati’s boys of summer, the Cincinnati Reds, at Great American Ball Park on banks of the Ohio River.
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Kentucky Speedway
– Kentucky Speedway Blvd., Sparta, KY
Set on 1,000+ acres just 40 minutes from downtown Cincinnati, the Kentucky Speedway hosts several racing series annually and is home to the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
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Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati
– 1000 Broadway St.
Try your luck at the city’s 24/7 casino, where seven eateries offer fuel sessions at the game tables and slot machines.
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Riverbend Music Center
– 6295 Kellogg Ave.
This popular outdoor venue hosts live concerts and theatrical productions overlooking the Ohio River.
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Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum
– 100 Joe Nuxhall Way
Explore exhibits and memorabilia celebrating great moments in Cincinnati Reds’ history and enjoy a tour of this iconic ballpark.
events in & around cincinnati
Fall
MidPoint Music Festival
Oktoberfest-Zinzinnati USA
Riverfest
Blink
Spring
Bockfest
Cincinnati Wine Festival
Cincinnati May Festival
Cincy Fringe Festival
Cincy-Cinco
Flying Pig Marathon
Taste of Cincinnati USA
Summer
Bunbury Music Festival
Cincinnati Pride
Cincy Fringe Festival
Cincinnati Music Festival
Cincy Brew Ha-Ha
The Western & Southern Open
Winter
Festival of Lights
Redsfest
Cincy Blues & Heritage Festival
Cincy Winter Beerfest
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partners in pride LGBT
We recognize the important role the LGBT community plays in Cincinnati and look forward to actively participating through community involvement and outreach.