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3 Days in Cincinnati: Culture, Food, and Fun

Discover the heart of the Midwest in Cincinnati.

22 April 2023

Visiting Cincinnati as a tourist offers an exciting blend of fun, entertainment, and culture. Explore the city's rich history at the Cincinnati Museum Center and admire the gorgeous architecture of the Music Hall. Take in the stunning views from the Carew Tower Observation Deck and indulge in some delicious local delicacies like Skyline Chili and Graeter's Ice Cream.

Travel plan

• Check in at the hip 21c Museum Hotel, where modern art installations adorn each room.
• Start the day with a visit to Cincinnati's famous Findlay Market, an outdoor market offering local produce, fresh baked goods, and unique gifts.
• Take a stroll through the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, known for its architecture, boutique shops, and craft breweries.
• Tour the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, a stunning Art Deco train station turned museum complex featuring exhibits on science, history, and culture.
• End the day with dinner at the vibrant and eclectic Bakersfield OTR, serving up delicious street-style tacos and an extensive tequila selection.

• Fuel up at the cozy Sleepy Bee Cafe, known for its hearty breakfast dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
• Get a taste of Cincinnati’s culture with a visit to the Cincinnati Art Museum, a beautiful museum showcasing over 67,000 works of art from around the world.
• Explore the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, where you can meet over 500 animal species and stroll through beautiful gardens.
• Take a scenic riverboat cruise along the Ohio River with BB Riverboats, offering narrated tours and stunning city skyline views.
• Head to the trendy Over-the-Rhine hotspot Sundry and Vice, for craft cocktails and a speakeasy vibe.

• Grab breakfast at the legendary Tucker’s Restaurant, a local institution serving up breakfast classics for over 70 years.
• Catch a Cincinnati Reds baseball game at the Great American Ball Park, with views of the riverfront and stadium-style eats.
• Head across the river to Newport, KY for a visit to Newport on the Levee, a retail and entertainment destination with a Ferris wheel and lively nightlife scene.
• Sample Cincinnati’s signature dish, the "3-way" chili, at Skyline Chili, a fast-food chain found throughout the Midwest.
• End the trip with a nightcap at rooftop bar 21c Terrace, sipping cocktails while taking in sweeping city views.