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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Historic Over-the-Rhine
– Vine St.
Known locally as OTR, this walkable historic neighborhood is packed with hot restaurants and unique shops.
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.
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.
Rookwood Commons and Pavilion
– 2699 Edmondson Rd.
Located northeast of downtown Cincinnati, upscale open-air shopping center features more than 70 stores and restaurants.
Cincinnati Music Hall
– 1241 Elm St.
An architectural gem, the grand Cincinnati Music Hall is home to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Riverbend Music Center
– 6295 Kellogg Ave.
This popular outdoor venue hosts live concerts and theatrical productions overlooking the Ohio River.
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
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.
