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The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

1. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

8.9
1301 Western Ave (at Union Terminal), Cincinnati, OH
History Museum · 99 tips and reviews

Discover OhioDiscover Ohio: Featuring room-sized frescos, gold coins, bronze & marble sculptures, hundreds of priceless artifacts & the largest collection of body casts ever on display – all frozen in time. Through August 12.

Eden Park is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

2. Eden Park

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

Samantha H.Samantha Heffner: There is one random bench near the treeline by Mirror Lake..perfect spot for people watching in the afternoon shade.

City of Cincinnati is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

3. City of Cincinnati

Ohio
City · 20 tips and reviews
Sharon Woods Park is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

4. Sharon Woods Park

8.7
11450 Lebanon Rd (US 42) (Kemper), Sharonville, OH
Park · 23 tips and reviews

W Timothy S.W Timothy Sullivan: I love to walk around the lake & sometimes rent a boat to row around the lake.

John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

5. 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!

Kings Island is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

6. 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!

Coney Island Amusement Park is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

7. Coney Island Amusement Park

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

CheapismCheapism: Huge pool w/4 water slides & 6 diving boards, classic rides, live shows & guaranteed fun! Entrance fees start @ $9.95 or a season pass starting @ $39.95. Check out Deal of the Day for extra savings! Read more.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

8. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

9.2
3400 Vine St (at Erkenbrecher Ave), Cincinnati, OH
Zoo · Avondale · 105 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This zoo opened in 1875 making it the second largest zoo in the USA. One unique thing about this zoo is that the Reptile House is the oldest existing Zoo building in the country, dating from 1875.

BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

9. BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati

Newport, KY
Boat or Ferry · 4 tips and reviews
Carew Tower Observation Deck is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

10. Carew Tower Observation Deck

8.5
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.

Cincinnati Observatory Center is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

11. 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.

Pompilio's Italian Restaurant is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

12. Pompilio's Italian Restaurant

8.2
600 Washington Ave, Newport, KY
Italian Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Scott L.Scott Ledyard: Anything "Ronaldo" is terrific, like my favorite, Shrimp Ronaldo. Garlic bread is grilled; quite addictive.

Taft Museum of Art is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

13. Taft Museum of Art

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

Douglass M.Douglass McDonald: As you walk through this wonderfully restored home with great decor.... note that these are world renowned "Old Master" paintings. One of America's "Great Surprise" museums.

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

14. 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.

City of Covington is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

15. City of Covington

Kentucky
City · 7 tips and reviews
Graeter's Ice Cream is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

16. 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.

Aglamesis Brothers is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

17. Aglamesis Brothers

9.1
3046 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Ice Cream Parlor · Oakley · 28 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: In business for over 100 years, the ice cream parlor still has the same classic look. Scoops are bursting with flavor and there is a huge range of choices. Also has Italian Ice and homemade candy. Read more.

Findlay Market is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

18. 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.

Mt. Adams is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

19. Mt. Adams

Cincinnati, OH
Neighborhood · 2 tips and reviews

stephen & sarastephen & sara: Nice view, tons of bars

Great American Ball Park is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

20. Great American Ball Park

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

21. Vent Haven Museum

33 West Maple Avenue (75 and Dixie Hwy), Fort Mitchell, KY
Museum · 2 tips and reviews

BetsyBetsy: Don't be a dummy come to the Vent Haven Museum!

Newport Gangster Tour is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

22. Newport Gangster Tour

56 E 5th St. (btw York St. & Monmouth St.), Newport, KY
Tourist Information and Service · 1 tip
Skyline Chili is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

23. Skyline Chili

6.8
254 E 4th St (at Sycamore St), Cincinnati, OH
Hot Dog Joint · Central Business District · 23 tips and reviews

Chuck G.Chuck Gose: Get here before noon to avoid waiting in line. Nothing wrong with a 3-way at lunch.

Over-the-Rhine is one of The Enquirer's "Can't Miss" Places for #2012WCG.

24. Over-the-Rhine

Cincinnati, OH
Neighborhood · 14 tips and reviews