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Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

1. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

8.9
1301 Western Ave (at Union Terminal), Cincinnati, OH
History Museum · 99 tips and reviews
Fountain Square is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

2. Fountain Square

8.9
520 Vine St (at 5th St), Cincinnati, OH
Plaza · Central Business District · 79 tips and reviews

Bill D.Bill Donabedian: If you want to know what's happening on Fountain Square, visit www.myfountainsquare.com. Read more.

Moerlein Lager House is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

3. Moerlein Lager House

8.7
115 Joe Nuxhall Way (at W Mehring Way), Cincinnati, OH
Gastropub · Central Business District · 133 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: The Moer Burger is one of the top five burgers I've ever had. The beef is perfectly seasoned and topped with pastrami, cheddar, an egg, bacon and sweet onion relish. Have a knife and fork ready!

Cincinnati Music Hall is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

4. Cincinnati Music Hall

9.4
1241 Elm St (btwn 12th St and 14th St), Cincinnati, OH
Concert Hall · Over-The Rhine · 34 tips and reviews

Ghostly InternationalGhostly International: If you can distract yourself long enough from the breathtaking interior enjoy world renowned acoustics. Go see the Cincinnati Opera preform Carmen, or catch acts like The White Stripes.

Krohn Conservatory is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

5. Krohn Conservatory

8.5
1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH
Garden · Walnut Hills · 38 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Completed in 1933, & named after Irwin M. Krohn who served on the Board of Park Commissioners. It contains more than 3,500 plant species from all over the world, & is home to six seasonal floral shows

Arnold's Bar & Grill is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

6. Arnold's Bar & Grill

8.7
210 E 8th St (btwn Main & Sycamore), Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Central Business District · 49 tips and reviews
Great American Ball Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

7. Great American Ball Park

9.2
100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH
Baseball Stadium · 227 tips and reviews

ESPNESPN: The Skyline Chili Dog is a must, but if you want to do WORK, there are funnel fries. That is, funnel cake in French fry form. Put one under your nose, & you’ll have a mustache akin to Mr. Redlegs.

Cincinnati Observatory Center is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

8. Cincinnati Observatory Center

8.4
3489 Observatory Pl, Cincinnati, OH
Observatory · Hyde Park · 9 tips and reviews

NASANASA: Home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the public - an 11” wood and brass refractor from 1842. John Quincy Adams gave his last public speech during the 1843 cornerstone ceremony. Read more.

Carew Tower Observation Deck is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

9. Carew Tower Observation Deck

8.4
441 Vine St (at 5th St), Cincinnati, OH
Scenic Lookout · Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This tower is the second largest tower in Cincinnati & was completed in 1931.On a clear day, visitors can see for miles in all directions, as well as see three states Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio.

Graeter's Ice Cream is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

10. Graeter's Ice Cream

8.9
511 Walnut St (at Fountain Sq), Cincinnati, OH
Ice Cream Parlor · Central Business District · 37 tips and reviews

Jenni H.Jenni H: The black raspberry chocolate chip ice cream is their specialty and the best tasting ice cream I've ever tasted.

Findlay Market is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

11. Findlay Market

9.3
1801 Race St (at Elder St.), Cincinnati, OH
Farmers Market · Over-The Rhine · 87 tips and reviews

Welcome to CollegeWelcome to College: Capture a piece of Cincinnati history since 1852, as well as a taste of waffles from the Taste of Belgium. You'll find everything from candy to fish at this historic landmark.

12. Hofbräuhaus Newport

8.1
200 E 3rd St (btwn Saratoga St. & Washington Ave.), Newport, KY
Bavarian Restaurant · 147 tips and reviews

Maureen J.Maureen Jacob: Get the house sampler and a large pint of their beer to get a good idea of their menu.

Contemporary Arts Center is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

13. Contemporary Arts Center

8.5
44 E 6th St (at Walnut St.), Cincinnati, OH
Art Museum · Central Business District · 29 tips and reviews

K12 IncK12 Inc: Did you know? The center was one of the first institutions in the United States dedicated to contemporary art. Unlike many art institutions, the CAC focuses on exhibiting art, not collecting.

Cincinnati Art Museum is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

14. Cincinnati Art Museum

9.0
953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH
Art Museum · Mount Adams · 52 tips and reviews

K12 IncK12 Inc: Did you know? The museum has the only collection of ancient Nabataean art outside of Jordan. The Nabateans were, at one time, the largest empire in Europe or the Middle East. Read more.

15. Nada

8.8
600 Walnut St (at 6th St), Cincinnati, OH
Mexican Restaurant · Central Business District · 180 tips and reviews

Jen H.Jen Huffman: My favorite restaurant in Cincinnati. Have the sparkling sangria and the chicken tacos. The best!! Read more.

Montgomery Inn Boathouse is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

16. Montgomery Inn Boathouse

8.7
925 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH
BBQ Joint · Central Business District · 56 tips and reviews

MaxMax: A Cincinnati landmark - everyone has to go here at least once.

The Famous Neon's Unplugged is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

17. The Famous Neon's Unplugged

208 E 12th St (btwn Main & Sycamore Sts), Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Over-The Rhine · 60 tips and reviews

Krista N.Krista Neher: Patio at neons is the best in the city. Also don't miss the happy hour drinks and snacks. Always a great time.

Keystone Bar & Grill is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

18. Keystone Bar & Grill

7.8
313 Greenup St, Covington, KY
Dive Bar · 80 tips and reviews

ᴡ B.ᴡ Bowman: Try the keystone burger! (#9 rated burger rated by cincinnati magazine) Big beer selection so make sure to fire a few down your face hole before taking off!

Camp Washington Chili is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

19. Camp Washington Chili

8.7
3005 Colerain Ave (at Hopple), Cincinnati, OH
Diner · Camp Washington · 47 tips and reviews

Alex S.Alex Shebar: Try the chili...some say it's better than skyline (but I would never admit that blasphemy out loud).

Devou Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

20. Devou Park

9.2
Devou Park, Covington, KY
Park · 16 tips and reviews

Mendy K.Mendy Kelley: If you ever want to capture a beautiful sight of downtown Cincinnati, you need to head to Devou Park. It is magnificent

Zip's Cafe is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

21. Zip's Cafe

9.1
1036 Delta Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Pub · Mount Lookout · 62 tips and reviews

@ryanswigert@ryanswigert: Go to Zip's Cafe and order a burger! Best burgers in Cincinnati!

Take the Cake is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

22. Take the Cake

4035 Hamilton Ave (btwn Vandalia Ave & Hoffner St), Cincinnati, OH
Café · Northside · 28 tips and reviews

Bryan S.Bryan Sherman: They have great lunches (and Sunday Brunch). Menu changes daily, click the link to se today's specials. Read more.

Nippert Stadium is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

23. Nippert Stadium

PO Box (at Goodman Dr.), Cincinnati, OH
College Football Field · CUF · 22 tips and reviews

Elise L.Elise Lotz: Come early, be loud, wear black. Arrive in enough time for the band's signature stampede down the steps.

Ault Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

24. Ault Park

9.1
5090 Observatory Cir. (at Ault Park Dr.), Cincinnati, OH
Park · Mount Lookout · 22 tips and reviews

Lauren D.Lauren Doyle: The fountain area is super relaxing - and offers some great views!

The Turf Club is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

25. The Turf Club

8.2
4618 Eastern Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Burger Joint · Linwood · 76 tips and reviews

Alex S.Alex Shebar: Go and eat one of the country's best burgers. Before that, though, shell some peanuts and throw them on the floor. Come on, you know you want to.

Dixie Chili is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

26. Dixie Chili

8.3
733 Monmouth St, Newport, KY
American Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

ᴡ B.ᴡ Bowman: Get the alligators and waffle fries with cheese!

Paycor Stadium is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

27. Paycor Stadium

8.7
1 Paul Brown Stadium ((formerly Paul Brown Stadium)), Cincinnati, OH
Football Stadium · Central Business District · 92 tips and reviews

ESPNESPN: According to the American Institute of Architecture, PBS is the only football stadium to be voted as one of America’s top 150 buildings and structures. Fancy Bengals, fancy.

MOTR Pub is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

28. MOTR Pub

8.4
1345 Main St (at E 14th St.), Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Over-The Rhine · 54 tips and reviews

Brad T.Brad Turner: There's brunch on the weekends and great music in the evenings.

The Lackman is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

29. The Lackman

8.1
1237 Vine St (at 13th St.), Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Over-The Rhine · 35 tips and reviews

Chad S.Chad Shackelford: Ask to try any of the drafts and the staff will thoroughly explain what it is. If you're not sure what you want, give them an idea of your palate and they will steer you in the correct direction

The Rookwood Bar & Restaurant is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

30. The Rookwood Bar & Restaurant

1077 Celestial St, Cincinnati, OH
American Restaurant · Mount Adams · 36 tips and reviews

Kelley U.Kelley Ujvary: EAT HERE! The food (unlike anything else you in Cincinnati), the drinks (all unique and delicious!), and the atmosphere (old Rook Wood Pottery kilns you eat inside of) all add to the experience. Read more.

31. City View Tavern

8.2
403 Oregon St, Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Mount Adams · 19 tips and reviews

Mandy J.Mandy Jenkins: Go to City View Tavern and have a burger and/or beer on the back porch during nice weather. It's a great view of the city and very peaceful. Read more.

EnterTRAINment Junction is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

32. EnterTRAINment Junction

8.4
7379 Squire Ct (at Kingsgate Way), West Chester, OH
Museum · 20 tips and reviews

Discover OhioDiscover Ohio: Kids will love 5,000 square foot play area complete with a climbing structure, train themed interactive games, and much more.

Taft Museum of Art is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

33. Taft Museum of Art

8.3
316 Pike St (at 4th St), Cincinnati, OH
Art Museum · Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

K12 IncK12 Inc: Did you know? The mansion was the home of William Howard Taft’s half brother, Charles, who co-founded the museum. In 1908, Taft accepted the presidential nomination under the house’s portico. Read more.

Kenwood Towne Centre is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

34. Kenwood Towne Centre

8.4
7875 Montgomery Rd (at Kenwood Rd), Cincinnati, OH
Shopping Mall · 70 tips and reviews

Sarah H.Sarah Hughes: Gotta get YAGOOT!

Coney Island Amusement Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

35. Coney Island Amusement Park

6201 Kellogg Ave (at Sutton), Cincinnati, OH
Amusement Park · California · 23 tips and reviews

Cincinnati History PhotosCincinnati History Photos: Coney Island was purchased in 1886 by a steamboat company, who turned it into anamusement park. Their boats were the most popular way to get there. Photo of midway in 1929. cincinnativiews.net Read more.

Kings Island is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

36. Kings Island

9.0
6300 Kings Island Dr (at Western Row Rd), Mason, OH
Amusement Park · 212 tips and reviews

Rachel R.Rachel R: Go to Kings Island and ride The Beast at night. It's amazing!

Silver Spring House is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

37. Silver Spring House

8.5
8322 E Kemper Rd (at Snider Rd.), Cincinnati, OH
Pub · 36 tips and reviews

HealthWarehouseHealthWarehouse: Some of the best chicken and service in town. Make sure you get some complimentary popcorn and peanuts to start your meal right.

Tom & Chee is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

38. Tom & Chee

8.4
1 Levee Way (Newport on the Levee), Newport, KY
Sandwich Spot · 67 tips and reviews

Adam W.Adam Weigand: Armagoetta....u must eat...although the Mac + Chee is awesome!!

Mt. Echo Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

39. Mt. Echo Park

7.5
381 Elberon Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Park · East Price Hill · 6 tips and reviews

OC1_KenobiOC1_Kenobi: One of the best views in the city

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

40. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

8.7
50 E Freedom Way (at Rosa Parks St), Cincinnati, OH
History Museum · Central Business District · 36 tips and reviews

The GrioThe Grio: This museum is dedicated to the story of the enslaved that crossed the Ohio River (which separated the free states from the slave states) and traveled along the Underground Railroad. Read more.

Purple People Bridge is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

41. Purple People Bridge

Ohio River, Newport, KY
Bridge · 11 tips and reviews

ᴡ B.ᴡ Bowman: Great view of Cincinnati from here. Walk across the bridge at night when the city is all lit up!

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

42. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

9.2
3400 Vine St (at Erkenbrecher Ave), Cincinnati, OH
Zoo · Avondale · 105 tips and reviews
Spring Grove Cemetery And Arboretum is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

43. Spring Grove Cemetery And Arboretum

4521 Spring Grove Ave (btw Winton Rd. And Crawford Ave.), Cincinnati, OH
Cemetery · Winton Place · 13 tips and reviews

Cincinnati History PhotosCincinnati History Photos: Spring Grove is home to 41 Union Civil War Generals (and 1 Confederate), Procter and Gamble, McAlpin, Shillito, Kroger, Schoenling and Moerlein in its 733 acres. Courtesy cincinnativiews.net. Read more.

Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

44. Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

8.9
100 Joe Nuxhall Way (at Great American Ball Park), Cincinnati, OH
Museum · Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Great for Reds fans or baseball fans in general. Tons of great history on the club & the sport of baseball. Interactive exhibits including a real pitching mound for you to test out your arm. Cheap! Read more.

Cincinnati City Hall is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

45. Cincinnati City Hall

801 Plum St (at W 9th St.), Cincinnati, OH
City Hall · 7 tips and reviews

Cincinnati History PhotosCincinnati History Photos: City Hall has been on this site since 1852. The current building, designed by Samuel Hannaford (who designed Music Hall) opened in 1893. Collection of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton Co. Read more.

Eden Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

46. Eden Park

8.7
950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH
Park · Walnut Hills · 29 tips and reviews

Sunnie S.Sunnie Southern: Really neat walking path between the Magnolia Forest and Mirror Lake. Try it out.

Aronoff Center for the Arts is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

47. Aronoff Center for the Arts

9.1
650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH
Performing Arts Venue · Central Business District · 43 tips and reviews

Mark D.Mark Dawes: The acoustics here are some of the best anywhere.

Northside Tavern is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

48. Northside Tavern

8.3
4163 Hamilton Ave (at Lingo St.), Cincinnati, OH
Bar · Northside · 38 tips and reviews

Mark @.Mark @ Standard: If you go in the colder months, sit outside and build a fire in one of their firepits. The firewood is by the door. Help yourself.

BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

49. BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati

Newport, KY
Boat or Ferry · 4 tips and reviews
National Steamboat Monument (Whistle Grove) is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

50. National Steamboat Monument (Whistle Grove)

5.9
E Mehring Way & E 2nd St, Cincinnati, OH
Monument · Central Business District · 3 tips and reviews

Lee M.Lee Moeller: The pipes have photo sensors by the hand prints. When you touch or walk close to them it causes certain songs,voices, etc. to play. The pipes reset on the hour by chiming.

Hyde Park Square is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

51. Hyde Park Square

8.5
Erie Ave (btw Edwards & Michigan), Cincinnati, OH
Plaza · Hyde Park · 17 tips and reviews

Ed E.Ed Estes: Slow down, grab a dip of Graeter's icecream and relax in a bench.

Taste of Belgium is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

52. Taste of Belgium

7.7
1801 Race St (Findlay Market), Cincinnati, OH
Breakfast Spot · Over-The Rhine · 10 tips and reviews
Jungle Jim's International Market is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

53. Jungle Jim's International Market

9.3
5440 Dixie Hwy (at Holden Blvd.), Fairfield, OH
Supermarket · 122 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: Fairfield,OH:Imagine being greeted by flowing water, singing gorillas and monkeys and then riding the monorail through endless aisles fine foods. No, it's not Heaven, it's Jungle Jim's -IFC Viewer

Schneider's Sweet Shop is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

54. Schneider's Sweet Shop

8.9
420 Fairfield Ave (btw Washington & Foote), Bellevue, KY
Candy Store · 9 tips and reviews

Galadriel S.Galadriel Stineman: Try an ice ball with ice cream... It's amazing!

John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

55. John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park

9.5
166 W Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH
Park · Central Business District · 21 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Don't miss the park at night. The lights in the fountains, waterfalls and spray areas are absolutely gorgeous!

Jungle Jim's International Market is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

56. Jungle Jim's International Market

9.2
4450 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, OH
Supermarket · 66 tips and reviews

Sabrena B.Sabrena Bedwell: This place is amazing! Enjoy the limitless beer and wine selection which is conveniently located next to the world class cheese aisle. Oh, and don't forget to check out the huge candy fantasy section.

Fifty West Brewpub is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

57. Fifty West Brewpub

8.8
7668 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH
Brewery · 41 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Coast to Coast is the best local IPA, hands down. If you're into hoppy beers, give Hoppy When Wet a try, too.

American Sign Museum is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

58. American Sign Museum

9.0
1330 Monmouth St (btwn Colerain and Spring Grove), Cincinnati, OH
Museum · Camp Washington · 18 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: One of the coolest places in town. They have an amazing collection of vintage signs, from Mail Pouch Tobacco barns to neon of all types.

Taste of Belgium OTR is one of Cincinnati for Out-of-Towners #VisitUS.

59. Taste of Belgium OTR

9.1
1135 Vine St (at 12th St), Cincinnati, OH
American Restaurant · Over-The Rhine · 94 tips and reviews