American Sign Museum
The American Sign Museum preserves the glory of past eras through stunning neon signs and vintage advertisements. Take a trip down memory lane as you view signs for White Castle, Stroh’s Beer, and Frisch’s Big Boy. Kids and adults alike will love seeing some of America’s most iconic signs up-close. The museum also highlights Cincinnati’s sign-making history, which earned it the nickname “Sign City.”
1201 E Monmouth St, Cincinnati, OH 45225
Phone: 513-541-6366
Eden Park
Escape the hustle and bustle of downtown at Eden Park, home to the city’s most scenic overlooks. The park’s 186 acres contain many treasures including the Krohn Conservatory’s exotic botanical collection, winding hiking trails, and the iconic Cincinnati Art Museum. Don’t miss Mirror Lake with its duck-filled ponds and epic views of the Ohio River below. It’s the perfect spot for an afternoon picnic under the trees.
950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202
American Legacy Tours
Discover Cincinnati’s bootlegging past during Prohibition on an American Legacy Tour. These engaging walking tours take you deep into the city’s notorious gangster history. Follow in the footsteps of crime bosses like Enoch “Nucky” Johnson and George Remus as you view hidden underground tunnels and former speakeasy sites. You’ll gain a new perspective on Cincinnati after learning this lesser-known history.
1332 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-621-2288
Taft Museum of Art
For a more intimate art experience, visit the Taft Museum of Art housed in a historic downtown mansion. The Taft family’s private collection includes European masterworks, Chinese porcelains, and imperial Austrian goldsmithing. Beyond the artwork, you can tour the historic rooms with their intricate woodwork ceilings and Louis XVI-style furnishings.
316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-241-0343
Riverfront Park
Riverfront Park is one of Cincinnati’s newer green spaces, transforming a formerly industrial area into a scenic riverside escape. Go for a ride on the Carroll Chimes Bell Carillon–one of only four of its kind in the world. Bring your skates to glide across the ice rink in winter. And be sure to catch a concert at the Andrew J Brady Music Center, which features gorgeous river views.
100 Ted Berry Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Contemporary Arts Center
Experience contemporary art in the making at this modern museum in the heart of downtown. Unlike traditional art museums, the Contemporary Arts Center focuses on new and experimental works across all mediums. You never know what you’ll encounter here–from immersive light installations to avant-garde performances.
44 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-345-8400
Smale Riverfront Park
For fun along the river, head to Smale Riverfront Park. Here you’ll find the GE Energy Playground where kids can climb spider webs 20 feet in the air and ride a merry-go-round. Adults can rent kayaks and paddleboards for river adventures. Or grab lunch al fresco at The Banks, Cincinnati’s lively riverfront neighborhood.
166 W Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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