Shaw Travel Guidebook
Neighborhoods
This energetic downtown area is full of restaurants, stores, parks, museums, theaters, bars and a casino. Close to the Ohio River you get an unmatched metropolitan experience unlike any other area in Cincinnati.
226 locals recommend
Over-The-Rhine
This energetic downtown area is full of restaurants, stores, parks, museums, theaters, bars and a casino. Close to the Ohio River you get an unmatched metropolitan experience unlike any other area in Cincinnati.
Entertainment
Great place for live entertainment, food, drinks & gambling.
119 locals recommend
JACK Cincinnati Casino
1000 Broadway StGreat place for live entertainment, food, drinks & gambling.
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park DrCincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western Ave21c Museum Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, is a historical restoration to preserve the building’s original Neo-Classical Revival style of 1912. In addition to its 156 guest rooms, 21c welcomes the public to its free contemporary art gallery – which is open day and night – the Metropole restaurant and bar on the ground floor, plus a rooftop bar.
41 locals recommend
21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
609 Walnut St21c Museum Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, is a historical restoration to preserve the building’s original Neo-Classical Revival style of 1912. In addition to its 156 guest rooms, 21c welcomes the public to its free contemporary art gallery – which is open day and night – the Metropole restaurant and bar on the ground floor, plus a rooftop bar.
The Contemporary Arts Center is a museum that showcases "art of the last five minutes" in a building that has gained international acclaim for its extraordinary architecture. Nestled in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the CAC has served as a beacon for progressive thought in the community for more than 75 years. The center offers daily free admission. Learn more about the arts center here.
118 locals recommend
Contemporary Arts Center
44 E 6th StThe Contemporary Arts Center is a museum that showcases "art of the last five minutes" in a building that has gained international acclaim for its extraordinary architecture. Nestled in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the CAC has served as a beacon for progressive thought in the community for more than 75 years. The center offers daily free admission. Learn more about the arts center here.
One of the nation’s most unique and quirky museums, the American Sign Museum is the largest public museum dedicated to signs in the United States. This massive collection of vintage and neon signage (think drug stores, restaurants and ice cream parlors) gives glimpses into yesteryear charm.
46 locals recommend
American Sign Museum
1330 Monmouth AveOne of the nation’s most unique and quirky museums, the American Sign Museum is the largest public museum dedicated to signs in the United States. This massive collection of vintage and neon signage (think drug stores, restaurants and ice cream parlors) gives glimpses into yesteryear charm.
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center brings to life the importance – and relevance – of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history. Made up of three buildings that symbolize the cornerstones of freedom – courage, cooperation and perseverance – the Freedom Center's curving architecture reflects a winding river and the often-changing path to freedom.
146 locals recommend
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
50 E Freedom WayThe National Underground Railroad Freedom Center brings to life the importance – and relevance – of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history. Made up of three buildings that symbolize the cornerstones of freedom – courage, cooperation and perseverance – the Freedom Center's curving architecture reflects a winding river and the often-changing path to freedom.
Known as one of the finest small art museums in America, this National Historic Landmark was built in the early 1800s. The Taft is home to nearly 700 works of art, including European and American master paintings, Chinese porcelains and European decorative arts. Learn more about the Taft here.
86 locals recommend
Taft Museum of Art
316 Pike StKnown as one of the finest small art museums in America, this National Historic Landmark was built in the early 1800s. The Taft is home to nearly 700 works of art, including European and American master paintings, Chinese porcelains and European decorative arts. Learn more about the Taft here.
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut StTaft Theatre
317 E 5th StSporting Events
Paul Brown Stadium
1 Paul Brown StadiumHome of the Cincinnati Bengals
Home of Cincinnati Reds MBL team with a Hall of Fame & Museum inside.
273 locals recommend
Great American Ball Park
100 Joe Nuxhall WayHome of Cincinnati Reds MBL team with a Hall of Fame & Museum inside.
West End Stadium
1501 Central PkwyHome of Cincinnati’s FCC team!
Sightseeing
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine StParks & Recreation
Washington Park
1230 Elm StCome enjoy the beautiful landscape, free concerts and dog park.
Ziegler Park
1322 Sycamore StGreat place for family experiences.
Fountain Square is a city square in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1871, it was renovated in 1971 and 2005 and currently features many shops, restaurants, hotels, and offices
144 locals recommend
Fountain Square
520 Vine StFountain Square is a city square in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1871, it was renovated in 1971 and 2005 and currently features many shops, restaurants, hotels, and offices
Food scene
Find the best new restaurants, bars and happy hour deals in Over the Rhine (OTR) in Cincinnati.
226 locals recommend
Over-The-Rhine
Find the best new restaurants, bars and happy hour deals in Over the Rhine (OTR) in Cincinnati.
Nestled along the river between Great American Ball Park, Paul Brown Stadium and the new 45- acre Phyllis W. Smale Riverfront park, The Banks offers something for everyone, from family-friendly restaurants to sports-friendly bars. Dining and nightlife options are Condado Tacos, Holy Grail, Jefferson Social, Jimmy John's, Tin Roof, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Yard House and more.
55 locals recommend
The Banks
145 Second St ENestled along the river between Great American Ball Park, Paul Brown Stadium and the new 45- acre Phyllis W. Smale Riverfront park, The Banks offers something for everyone, from family-friendly restaurants to sports-friendly bars. Dining and nightlife options are Condado Tacos, Holy Grail, Jefferson Social, Jimmy John's, Tin Roof, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Yard House and more.