Travel+Experiment: Roadtrip: Best Places to Visit in Cincinnati Ohio, USA

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United States of Ohio

Ohio is a state in the Midwestern United States. Ohio is the 34th largest (by area), the 7th most populous, and the10th most densely populated of the 50 United States. The state's capital and largest city is Columbus.

The name "Ohio" originated from Iroquois word ohi-yo’, meaning "Great River" or "large creek”. The state, originally partitioned from the Northwest Territory, was admitted to the Union as the 17th state (and the first under the Northwest Ordinance) on March 1, 1803. Although there are conflicting narratives regarding the origin of the nickname, Ohio is historically known as the "Buckeye State" (relating to the Ohio buckeye tree) and Ohioans are also known as "Buckeyes".

Ohio was the 17th state in the USA; it became a state on March 1, 1803.

State Abbreviation - OH
State Capital - Columbus
Largest City - Columbus
Area - 44,828 square miles [Ohio is the 34th biggest state in the USA]
Population - 11,570,808 (as of 2013) [Ohio is the seventh most populous state in the USA, after California, New York, Texas, Florida,Illinois and Pennsylvania]
Name for Residents - Ohioans
Major Industries - manufacturing (steel, cars, airplanes, rubber products, chemicals, plastics), farming, mining (coal)
Major Rivers - Ohio River, Cuyahoga River, Miami River, Maumee River, Muskingham River, Scioto River, Sandusky River
Major Lakes - Lake Erie, Grand Lake
Highest Point - Campbell Hill - 1,549 feet (472 m) above sea level
Number of Counties - 88
Bordering States - Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan

Origin of the Name Ohio - Ohio derives from the Iroquois Indian word meaning "good river" or "large river."
State Nickname - Buckeye State
State Motto - "With God, All Things Are Possible"
State Song - Beautiful Ohio

Most visited tourist attractions.

I. Cincinnati City in Ohio

1. Cincinnati Art Museum
Address: 953 Eden Park Dr. Cincinnati OH 45202
Phone Number: (513) 639-2995

Witness 6,000 years of world art at the Cincinnati Art Museum. Special exhibits include the only collection of ancient Nabataean art outside of Jordan, the renowned Herbert Greer French collection of old master prints, and an unusual collection of European and American portrait miniatures. The Museum holds and displays many paintings from Cincinnati's Golden Age (1830-1900), as well as pieces from Cincinnati's own Rookwood pottery.

General admission: Free.
Business Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM

2. American Sign Museum
Address: 1330 Monmouth St. Cincinnati OH 45225
Phone Number: (513) 421-2050

Take a walk down memory lane to see your favorite restaurant, business, and product signage from long ago at The American Sign Museum. This 19,000 square foot venue displays the colorful art and history of commercial signage, and its eclectic main hall can be rented for parties and meetings.

Business Hours
Monday-Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 04:00 PM

· Adult Admission: $15

· Child Admission: Under 12 Free w/ Adult
· Senior Admission: $10

3. Taft Museum of Art
Address: 316 Pike St. Cincinnati OH 45202
Phone Number: (513) 241-0343

Discover the beauty of classic European, American and Chinese art through extensive exhibits and events at this National Historic Landmark. Originally constructed in 1820, the Taft boasts nearly 700 pieces and is regarded as one of the finest small art museums in America.

Business Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM

· Adult Admission: $7

· Child Admission: Free
· Senior Admission: $5

4. Cincinnati Ballet
Address: 1555 Central Parkway Cincinnati OH 45214
Website: http://www.cballet.org/
Phone Number: (513) 621-5219

Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Cincinnati Ballet presents exhilarating performances, extensive education outreach programs and offers top level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

     ·         Adult Admission: varies by show
     ·         Child Admission: varies by show
     ·         Senior Admission: varies by show

5. Cincinnati Aronoff Center for the Arts
Address: 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati OH 45202
Website: http://www.cincinnatiarts.org/aronoff-center
Phone Number: (800) 294-1816

Experience the arts with family, friends, or groups at The Aronoff Center for the Arts, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. A beautiful venue for corporate events or special celebrations, this state-of-the-art facility opened in October 1995 and was designed by renowned architect Cesar Pelli. The Center consists of three stunning performance spaces: Procter & Gamble Hall, Jarson-Kaplan Theater and Fifth Third Bank Theater.

The Aronoff Center is home to numerous Broadway productions as part of the Broadway Across America Series.

     ·         Adult Admission: varies by show
     ·         Child Admission: varies by show
     ·         Senior Admission: varies by show

6. Newport on the Levee

Address: 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 41071

Newport on the Levee is a multi-level urban retail entertainment center located on the south bank of the Ohio River in Newport, Kentucky directly across from Downtown Cincinnati. Take in an afternoon movie at AMC Newport, have arcade fun at Game Works or satisfy your taste buds at any one of the delicious dining venues. Bowl your best game at Axis Alley, dive into on-going excitement at the Newport Aquarium, indulge your sweet tooth at Cold Stone Creamery, laugh at stand-up comedy at the Funny Bone Comedy Club and watch the gorgeous sunset over the Cincinnati skyline. All of this and more is waiting for you at Newport on the Levee. The Levee features a year-round schedule of festivals, special events and live bands, as well as an impressive selection of dining and entertainment offerings.

Business Hours
Monday-Thursday: 11:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Friday-Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 06:00 PM

7. Contemporary Arts Center
Address: 44 East Sixth Street Cincinnati OH 45202
Phone Number: (513) 345-8400

Throughout its history, the Center has earned a reputation for provoking thought and introducing new ideas. The CAC focuses on new developments in painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, performance art and new media.

Business Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday-Friday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday: 11:00 AM – 06:00 PM

· Adult Admission: $7.50

· Child Admission: $4.50
· Senior Admission: $6.50

8. Newport Aquarium
Address: One Aquarium Way Newport KY 41071
Phone Number: 1-800-406-FISH (3474)

Northern Kentucky's nationally recognized Newport Aquarium is a water wonderland with thousands of aquatic creatures, including sharks, penguins and turtles, in breathtaking exhibits. Newport Aquarium was named the No. 1 aquarium in the 2012 Readers’ Choice Travel Awards from 10Best.com. Newport Aquarium now offers Summer Family Hours Sunday through Thursday from 4-7 p.m. This online special allows two kids (ages 2-12) free admission with the purchase of each adult ticket. Summer Family Hours are available until Aug. 30. Visitors will love meeting Sweet Pea, Scooter, Sunshine and Spike, our four rare Shark Rays on display in the new Shark Ray Bay. A state-of-the art facility, Newport Aquarium brings to the banks of the Ohio River some of the world's most advanced, creative technology which allows guests to visit each continent, every ocean and hundreds of waterways in between. And what a way to travel: underwater tunnels, see-through floors, walk-around exhibits and a touch pool. Guests have the opportunity to pet the sharks, encounter the penguins and even learn about the variety of sharks on display during a dive show in the Shark Ray Bay exhibit.

Business Hours
Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM

· Adult Admission: $18.95
· Child Admission: $11.95

9. Ride the Ducks Newport
Address: One Aquarium Way Newport KY 41071
Phone Number: (859) 815-1439

All aboard the Duck Boat! That's right...at Ride the Ducks Newport; you can hop aboard a famous Duck Boat for a 40-minute land-and-water sightseeing tour through the streets of Cincinnati and into the Ohio River! During your trip, you will learn all about the region's history, from its famous personalities to its historical importance to the state and nation.

Business Hours
Daily: 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM (call for winter hours)

· Adult Admission: $17

· Child Admission: $12

10. The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Address: 3rd & Sycamore St. Cincinnati OH 45202
Website: http://www.thechildrenstheatre.com/
Phone Number: (513) 569-8080

Since its founding in 1924 the Children's Theatre of Cincinnati has upheld a tradition of introducing young audiences to the performing arts through fun and interactive productions. Professionally instructed workshops, courses and educational events invite children of all ages to explore a wide variety of art forms, from music to drama, set design to dance.

· Adult Admission: varies by show

· Child Admission: varies by show
· Senior Admission: varies by show

11. BB Riverboats: Dining Cruises
Address: 101 Riverboat Row Newport KY 41011
Website: http://www.bbriverboats.com/
Phone Number: (800) 261-8586

Experience the sights, sounds and open views of Cincinnati from the Ohio River on a majestic riverboat cruise. The Belle of Cincinnati, BB's flagship, offers four spacious decks, an inviting dance floor, and room for 1,000 passengers for parties and events. The River Queen, the second ship in the fleet, delights even the most discriminating passengers with comfortable seating, romantic riverboat-era charm, two enclosed desks, and a third open-air deck perfect for sightseeing. The Mark Twain, the fleet's third riverboat, is ideal for smaller groups of family and friends.

· Adult Admission: varies by cruise

· Child Admission: varies by cruise
· Senior Admission: varies by cruise

12. Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum
Address: 100 Main St. Cincinnati OH 45202
Website: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/
Phone Number: (513) 765-7923

Nowhere else are fans able to see as complete of a collection of artifacts from the first professional baseball team and its rich history in the major leagues. And nowhere outside of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., are baseball fans treated to such an amazing visual history of the World Series and Opening Day.

· Adult Admission: varies on game days

· Child Admission: varies on game days
· Senior Admission: varies on game days

13. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Address: 50 East Freedom Way Cincinnati OH 45202
Phone Number: (877) 648-4838

Housed on the banks of the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center celebrates the courage, cooperation and perseverance shown by the abolitionists’ movement's most influential figures during their fight to end human enslavement in America. Keep watch for special events, including rotating exhibits and appearances by notable guest speakers.

Business Hours
Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM

· Adult Admission: $12

· Child Admission: $8
· Senior Admission: $10

14. Cincinnati Museum Center
Address: 1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati OH 45203
Phone Number: (513) 287-7000

Home to three permanent museums, a state-of-the-art Omnimax Theater and 15,000 square feet of exhibition space, the Cincinnati Museum Center is nationally recognized as a top-tier educational destination for group tours, student experiences and family events. Its accompanying attraction, the Historic Union Terminal was once home to a bustling train station, and was recently named one of America's top 50 works of architecture by the American Institute of Architects.

Business Hours
Monday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Museum Admission:

· Adult tickets start at $10.50

· Child tickets start at $8.50
· Senior tickets start at $9.50

OMNIMAX Admission:

· Adult tickets: $8.50

· Child tickets: $6.50
· Senior tickets: $7.50

15. Music Hall
Address: 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United State
Website: http://www.cincinnatiarts.org/music-hall

The splendidly renovated 1878 Music Hall is one of the finest buildings in Cincinnati. The facade contains arched entrance ways below one huge round window, and is flanked by two square towers. Inside, the Springer Auditorium hosts the Cincinnati Orchestra, Ballet, and Opera, as well as other performing arts groups, with seating for over 3500 people. It features two tiers of balconies and an ornate ceiling with decorative panels that give it a particular charm. The Music Hall Ballroom can accommodate some 1300 people and is used for exhibitions and other events. A more intimate setting can be found in the Corbett Tower, with a well-appointed room designed to hold just 300 people.

     ·         Adult Admission: varies by show
     ·         Child Admission: varies by show
     ·         Senior Admission: varies by show

16. Cincinnati Zoo & Botannical Garden
Address: 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220-1399, United States
Phone Number: (513) 281-4700

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are famed for their white Bengal tigers and gorillas. It also contains one of the largest insectariums in the world. The zoo offers a selection of rides and a 4-D theater. At various times throughout the day, depending on the season, there are "animal encounters" and shows. Visitors can see animals being fed and hear talks to learn more about individual habitats and other facts. The Cincinnati Zoo is particularly well known as a favorite with children and offers a range of educational programs for the both young and adults.

Closing Times & Seasonal Schedule

January 5 – May 23: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
March 14 – May 22: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (early access at 9:00 AM for members & ZAT ticket holders)
May 23 – September 7: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (early access at 9:00 AM for members & ZAT ticket holders)
September 8 – November 2: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (early access at 9:00 AM for members & ZAT ticket holders)
November 3 – November 19: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
November 20 – January 2 (PNC Festival of Lights 2015)*: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Fridays and Saturdays)

*Festival of Lights closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Zoo is closed Christmas Day.

General Admission

· Online Price
$16 Adult/$11 Child or Senior

· Gate Price (at the Zoo)
$18 Adult/$12 Child or Senior

Rides Package
Zoo Admission & UNLIMITED Rides on Train & Carousel. (Train closed due to construction until late March)

· Online Price
$23 Adult/$18 Child or Senior

· Gate Price (at the Zoo)
$25 Adult/$19 Child or Senior

Zoo Adventure Ticket

Zoo Admission, UNLIMITED Carousel Rides, BOTH 4-D Experiences, and Early Entry at 9:00 AM

· Online Price
$25 Adult/$20 Child or Senior

· Gate Price (at the Zoo)
$27 Adult/$21 Child or Senior

17. Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory
Address: 1501 Eden Park Drive in Eden Park, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States
Phone Number: (513) 421.5707.

The Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory is the city's horticultural gem with over 3,500 plant species from all corners of the globe. The Conservatory features unique themed houses that include a desert and a tropical rainforest, complete with waterfalls. Throughout the year there are various events and changing exhibits. The Conservatory was built in 1933 and is managed by the City of Cincinnati Parks Department.

Business Hours - The Conservatory and Visitor Center is open seven days a week during the Butterfly Show and the Holiday Show
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM

General admission prices: Please note admission prices may change with seasonal shows.

· $4 for Adults

· $2 for Children 5-12 years old.

18. Fountain Square
Address: 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States

The focal point of the Cincinnati city center, with its modern tower blocks, is Fountain Square. At the heart of the square is the impressive Tylor Davidson Fountain, which was cast in Munich and erected in 1871. Cincinnati businessman Henry Probasco dedicated the famous fountain “To the People of Cincinnati in memory of his business partner and brother-in-law, Tyler Davidson, on October 6, 1871. Small events are sometimes held here, with free concerts and other local entertainment. The area is most active in summer when visitors can enjoy a meal or coffee at an outdoor table. During winter, you may stop by to see the outdoor ice rink.

Business Hours

the fountain usually runs 24/7, but it may be turned off between 3 and 6 a.m. when the Square is closed.

19. Carew Tower and Observation Deck
Address: 441 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States
Phone Number: (513) 579-9735

Carew Tower is one of Cincinnati's tallest buildings. This French Art Deco building, built in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco era in the United States, is a National Historic Landmark. It is a multifunctional building containing offices, stores, and hotel rooms. Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. On the 49th floor is the floor Observation Deck where visitors can enjoy one of the city's most spectacular views plus pick up a Cincinnati souvenir in the gift shop. Carew Tower is also home to 25 shops, restaurants, and other amenities including the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza and offices.

Business Hours
Monday-Thursday: 09:00 AM – 05:30 PM
Friday: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday: 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM

General admission prices:

· $2 for Adults

· $1 for Children

20. Cincinnati Observatory Center
Address: 3489 Observatory Place Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
Website: http://www.cincinnatiobservatory.org/
Phone Number: 513-321-5186

Located atop the rolling hills of Mt. Lookout, the Cincinnati Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome National Historic Landmark buildings and the beautiful grounds provide a serene, park-like setting while still being centrally located in the city of Cincinnati.

Come see the Stars at the local observatory. There are a wide range of opportunities for you to utilize the Cincinnati Observatory.

Attend a public viewing on a Thursday or Friday night.
Check out the Sunday historical tours of the Observatory
Take a continuing education course through UC Communiversity

Astronomy Thursdays & Fridays

The Cincinnati Observatory is open to the public on most Thursday and Friday nights throughout the year. Each event includes a 30-40 minute presentation by a local astronomer on one of the many fascinating topics in astronomy followed by a guided stargaze through the oldest telescope in the United States – a 16-foot long wood and brass refractor first used in 1845 (weather permitting). You can observe a variety of objects including the Moon, planets, double stars, nebulas, and the occasional comet.

If cloudy, you'll be escorted on a historical tour of the observatory where you’ll see not only how the old telescope works but also the “new” one a 22-foot long metal refractor made in 1904. You'll also learn about the role that Cincinnati has played in the growth of astronomy in the United States.

· Astronomy Thursday’s admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person.

· Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.

· Reservations are required for all evenings.

· Astronomy evenings often book up one week in advance, so register early.

Programs are held rain or shine. You never know about the weather in Cincinnati and it does not have to be a completely clear night to permit viewing. If the weather does not allow viewing, the presenters will offer an extended questions & answers session, tours of the two wonderful observatory buildings and show off our two magnificent telescopes. All will just whet your appetite for a return visit!

Sunday Historical Tours of the Observatory Center

Available on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, these tours will run from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

From its inception in 1842, the Cincinnati Observatory has served Cincinnati, and the nation, in a wide variety of ways.

During these tours you will learn:

Learn how Mt. Adams got its name
The role the Observatory played in Cincinnati's commerce,
The scientific discoveries
The beginnings of the National Weather Service.
History of the observatory's architecture and
The citizens of Cincinnati who made the observatory possible.

A $5 donation per person is appreciated.

· Hours of Operation: varies by the day

Advise to call them before you are planning for a visit. This will ensure the event you are looking into is proceeding as scheduled and that space is still available

21. Kings Island
Address: 6300 Kings Island Dr, Mason, OH 45040
Website: https://www.visitkingsisland.com/tickets

Kings Island is located 21 miles north of Cincinnati off Interstate 71. The park's more than 100 world-class rides, shows and attractions are located within a two-hour drive of Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN, Louisvile and Lexington, KY, and within five hours of cities like Chicago, IL, Detroit, MI, Pittsburgh, PA and Charleston, WV.

Kings Island is a 364-acre (147 ha) amusement park located 24 miles (39 km) northeast of Cincinnati in Mason, Ohio. It is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company. Kings Island is divided into several themed sections. The seasonal amusement park is open from April through Labor Day and reopens for a short time on weekends beginning in September for Halloween-themed events. Kings Island has won Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Award for having the "Best Kids' Area" in the world for thirteen consecutive years (2001–2013).

Business Hours
Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM

Friday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM

Admission Fee.

Daily Parking

Buy Online & Save

$12.00 plus applicable taxes and fees

Coaster Combo

Kings Island & Cedar Point$64.99 plus applicable taxes and fees

Admission & Fast Lane

· Online as Low as

$100.00 plus applicable taxes and fees

Pay Once, Visit Twice

· Any Two Days at Kings Island!
$62.00 plus applicable taxes and fees

After 4pm Admission

· Visit After 4PM & Save $33
$28.99 plus applicable taxes and fees

Weekday Saver Admission

· Buy Online & Save $20!
$41.99 plus applicable taxes and fees

Single Day Admission

· Buy Online & Save $17
$44.99 plus applicable taxes and fees

22. Enter-trainment Junction

Address: 7379 Squire Ct, West Chester Township, OH 45069
Phone Number: (513) 898-8000

You can see the world’s largest indoor train display with an area of over half a football field and includes over 2 miles of track, 90 G-scale locomotives and 1000 cars , the railroad museum that shows how trains shaped the growth of the US, and the kid’s play area every day we are open. You won’t want to miss our newest attraction the A-Maze-N FunHouse: The Greatest FunHouse on Earth. Throughout the year we have seasonal and special events for everyone to enjoy.

Train Journey

· Adult: $13.95

· Senior (65+): $11.95

· Children 3-12: $9.95

· 2-under: Free

Rides not included. Socks must be worn on the children's climbing structure.

Also check out 1st Class Boarding Passes!

Includes:

Train Journey - The World's Largest Indoor Model Train display
Imagination Junction - Children's Interactive Play Area
American Railroading Museum - How Railroads Changed Our Lives
Expo Center - Volunteers' Workshop, Historical Library & Neil Young's Lionel Traveling Train Display

A-Maze-N Funhouse: $9.95

Includes:

NEW - Crazy Caper
Mirror Maze
Clown College - Featuring a Tilt Room & an Ames Room!
Outer Limits - Featuring Claustrophobic Hall, Vortex Tunnel & a Black Light Room
Curtain Chaos
And Much More!

1st Class Boarding Pass

Adult: $52.00
Senior (65+): $47.00
Children 3-12: Free
2-under: Free

Business Hours
Monday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 AM – 06:00 PM
(Closed Easter Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day as well as January 6, 13, 20 & 27 for display maintenance. Early closing on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)

23. Findlay Market
Address: 7379 Squire Ct, West Chester Township, OH 45069
Phone Number: (513) 898-8000

Findlay Market in historic Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio, is the state's oldest continuously operated public market. The Findlay Market Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on June 5, 1972. The market is the last remaining of the nine that once served Cincinnati.

Business Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Friday: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Saturday: 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM

24. Hyde Park Square
Address: 2700 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Phone Number: (513) 871-0324

Residents and visitors alike find this spot great for sitting on a bench to enjoy a Graeter’s ice cream cone, relaxing after a great breakfast at The Echo, communing with neighbors (and their happy hounds) or just taking in the sights. Surrounding The Square are over 100 specialty shops and boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, coffee shops, banks, salons, real estate agencies and all fashion of independent business and merchant dedicated to offering one-of-a-kind merchandise and a unique patron experience.

Hyde Park Square also features many events that never cease to delight:

· The Annual Hyde Park Art Show which takes place Sunday October 5th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is the largest juried show in the Midwest which features over 200 artists from around the area and across the country.

· The Hyde Park Square Farmers’ Markets take place every Sunday/June through September from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM –on Erie Avenue between Edwards Road & Michigan Avenue and the months of May & October at the US Bank parking lot/3424 Edwards Road. The Hyde Park Farmers Market features locally grown produce, prepared delectable, live music and more.

· The annual Hyde Park BLAST features children’s and adult running races, intermediate and nationally-ranked cycling races and a spectacular street party with live music takes place June 28th from 8:00 AM to midnight.

· The annual Hyde Park Square Sidewalk Sale is August 16 from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM where bargains can be had on uniquely wonderful merchandise.

· The annual Hyde Park Holiday Happening event with music, store sales, Santa arriving via Fire Engine, carolers, holiday card photo booth and more takes place the Saturday after Thanksgiving (November 29th) from 11:00 AM-7:00 PM.

Business Hours: Shops & Restaurants
Monday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM

25. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum
Address: 1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd, Hamilton, OH 45013
Phone Number: (513) 868-1234

This 335-acre park features more than 60 monumental contemporary sculptures. The park’s Ancient Sculpture Museum displays antiquities, allow you to travel back in time and visit the Greek, Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian civilizations. Concerts, special events and kids programs are held throughout the year. The Ancient Sculpture Museum houses over 60 pieces of sculpture where each piece is over a thousand years old.

Park Hours

Open Year Round (Winter Months Weather Permitting)
The entrance to the park is between 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Daily
You must arrive by 5pm to enter the park. You must be out of the park no later than 7:30 PM.

Ancient Sculpture Museum Hours

· 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Daily

Park Admission

Regular park admission is charged per person for the day during normal operating hours and covers the cost of both admissions to the park and the museum.
Adults: $8.00
Children 6-12: -$3.00
Children 5 and under: FREE Everyday 
Members are FREE during Regular Park Hours!

Business Hours
Monday-Sunday: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

26. Sawyer Point Park & Yeatman's Cove Waterfront Park
Address: 705 E Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone Number: (513) 352-6180

Sawyer Point Park & Yeatman's Cove is a pair of side-by-side parks on the riverfront of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. The two linear parks stretch one mile along the north shore of the Ohio River. It makes up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park. It feature award winning landscaping, a performance pavilion, concessions, eight outdoor tennis courts, three sand volleyball courts, and world class playground. It offers several amenities such as the Armeleder Memorial Sprayground, Wheel Fun Rentals, the Serpentine Wall, National Steamboat Monument and more. Plus, the park is home to many of the region's most popular outdoor performances and festivals.

Admission is Free.
Business Hours
Monday-Sunday: 06:00 AM – 11:00 PM

27. Flavors of the Queen City Tour
Address: Fifth and Vine Streets Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone Number: 513.703.0880

Flavors of the Queen City are a walk through Cincinnati’s rich culinary tradition of unique restaurants, dishes, and flavors and offer bite-sized portions that are favorites of each establishment. Along the way, you’ll explore our city and learn about its local history and businesses.

The Tour

· The Tour departs from and returns to Fountain Square

· Tour Stops

· Tyler Davidson Fountain

· Hathaway’s

· Venice on Vine

· Skyline Chili

· Graeter’s Ice Cream

· It's Just Crepes

· Via Vite

· Tom & Chee

· Servatii