Cincinnati Tourist Attractions

Since 1995 Aronoff Center for Design & Art has been located in a state of the art facility created by architect Cesar Pelli. The building has three main preformance spaces; Procter & Gamble Hall, Jarson-Kaplan Theater and Fifth Third Bank Theater. The Lobby area is also a beautiful space designed to hold receptions and dinners.

In addition there are also spaces for exhibitions and rehearsals.

Address

Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
United States

Phone 1 (513) 721-3344

Fax 1 (513) 977-4150

http://www.cincinnatiarts.org/aronoff

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are famed for their white Bengal tigers and gorillas. Here too there is one of the largest insectariums in the world.
The Cincinnati Zoo is particularly well known as a favorite with children and offers a range of educational programs for the both children and adults.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cost

Adult	$ 14.00
Child 12 & under	$ 9.00
Senior over 62	$ 9.00
Child 1 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Fountain Square

The focal point of the Cincinnati city center, with its modern tower blocks, is Fountain Square. At the heart of Fountain square is the Tylor Davidson Fountain (cast in Munich in 1871). Also of interest in this area is the Contemporary Arts Center at 115 East 5th Street, which offers temporary exhibitions of contemporary art.

Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory

The Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory in Cincinnati is a plant lover's paradise. Here visitors will find over 3,500 plant species from all corners of the globe. There are three houses within the conservatory; the Palm, Tropical Desert, and Orchid Houses. The Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory was built in 1933 and is managed by the City of Cincinnati Parks Department.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Abraham Lincoln Statue

The statue of Abraham Lincoln in Cincinnati was created by George Grey Barnard in 1917. It is regarded as Barnard's best work but was controversial at the time for its representation. Barnard had hoped to portray a less conventional image and show Lincoln more as a man of the people and consequently the statue revealed Lincoln in a slouched stance wearing common, if not shabby, clothes.

American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Cincinnati is located on West Fourth Street, although some of the collection has been moved to the Cincinnati Memorial Hall. Renovations have been an ongoing concern for the American Classical Music Hall of Fame. Call ahead to find out the most current status of the museum's collection.

Address

American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum
1225 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202-3602
United States

Phone 1 (513) 621-3263

Fax 1 (513) 621-9333

http://www.americanclassicalmusic.org

Betts House Research Center

Betts House, built in 1804, is known for being the oldest surviving brick building in its original location in Cincinnati and all of Ohio. The building is now the Betts Research Center which focuses on building materials and methods. The house underwent extensive renovations in the late 1980s and is an important part of the Cincinnati's heritage.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	Closed	11:00	Closed
Close		14:00	14:00	14:00		14:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cost

Admission Cost	$ 2.00

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Open two Saturdays each month - call ahead.

Carew Tower Observatory

Carew Tower is Cincinnati's tallest building. It contains offices, shopping and hotel rooms. On the 49th floor is the Carew Tower Observatory where visitors are treated to fine views over Cincinnati. On weekends the observatory is open in the evening allowing for a night view over the city and a spectacular view of the city lights.

Cincinnati Art Museum

In Eden Park is the Cincinnati Art Museum, with works of art (sculpture, ceramics, pictures) from the great civilizations of five millennia.
The Cincinnati Art Museum displays a permanent collection along with temporary national and international exhibitions. Highlights of the collection include American and European painting and sculpture, Far East and African art, Decorative Arts, textiles, photographs and more.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00
Close		17:00	21:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Disabled

Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental

Cincinnati Fire Museum

The Cincinnati Fire Museum displays firefighting artifacts and pays tribute to firefighters. Among the items on display is Cincinnati's oldest surviving fire engine and a 1808 fire drum. The museum also emphasizes safety and serves to educate the public on fire safety.

The Cincinnati Fire Museum is located in a 1907 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	12:00	12:00
Close		16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Cost

Adult	$ 7.00
Senior over 65	$ 6.00
Group discounts	$ 6.00
Child 17 & under	$ 5.00
Child 5 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Cincinnati Nature Center

The Cincinnati Nature Center manages the Long Branch Farm located in Goshan and Rowe Woods in Milford. Combined, there are over 1,600 acres of natural area. The award-winning trails wind through the region's natural habitats of Eastern deciduous forest, fields, streams and ponds. Visitors will enjoy a self-guided hike, bird walk, seasonal nature program two locations to hike and explore.

Address

Cincinnati Nature Center
4949 Tealtown Road
Milford, OH 45150-9752
United States

Phone 1 (513) 831-1711

Fax 1 (513) 831-8052

http://www.cincynature.org

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Sunrise	Sunrise	Sunrise	Sunrise	Sunrise	Sunrise	Sunrise
Close	Sunset	Sunset	Sunset	Sunset	Sunset	Sunset	Sunset

Tips

Rowe Visitor Center is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Long Branch Farm & Trails creekside trails are open to members only from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays - free. Tuesday-Friday: members free, nonmember adult $3, child $1. Saturday-Sunday: members free, nonmember adult $5, child $1.

Facilities

Gift shop

Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum

If you are a die-hard baseball fan, be sure to visit the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. Here you will find all kinds of memorabilia related not just to the club but also to baseball in general. Team jerseys, bats, balls, and all manner of baseball stuff is on display complete with explanations.

Hours

November 1 to February 28

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	Closed
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Cost

Adult	$ 10.00
Senior over 55	$ 8.00
Students	$ 8.00
Military discount	$ 6.00
Child 4 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Closed to the public when the Cincinnati Bengals play home games.

Coney Island

Not to be confused with the Coney Island on the Eastern Seaboard, this version of Coney Island is located in Cincinnati. Here visitors will find over 50 rides for all ages and a giant pool. In addition to the rides the park also hosts live shows. Coney Island is easy to find just off Interstate 275 at Kellogg Avenue.

Cost

Admission Cost	$ 21.95
Child 4 & under	$ 9.95
Child 1 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Parking

Pay

Contemporary Arts Center

The Contemporary Arts Center in Cleveland features changing exhibits of painting, sculpture, photograph, architecture, performing arts, and other media. The Center does not have a permanent collection and is focused on showcasing the most current artists. Check with the Contemporary Arts Center before visiting to find out about current exhibitions.

Address

Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art
44 East Sixth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
United States

Phone 1 (513) 345-8400

Fax 1 (513) 721-7418

http://www.contemporaryartscenter.org

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	Closed	10:00	10:00	10:00	11:00	11:00
Close	21:00		18:00	18:00	18:00	18:00	18:00

Cost

Adult	$ 7.50
Senior over 65	$ 6.50
Students	$ 5.50
Child 13 & under	$ 4.50
Child 2 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Disabled

Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Eden Park

Eden Park lies northeast of downtown Cincinnati. Its Krohn Conservatory is one of the largest public greenhouses in the United States.
The grounds of Eden Park cover 186.29 acres and includes the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Art Academy, Playhouse in the Park, Murray Seasongood Pavilion, and the Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory.

Harriet Beecher Stowe House

The Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Cincinnati is a well preserved home that provides a glimpse into the life and times of Harriet Beecher Stowe. The 17-room home is small by neighborhood standards. The home was built in the early 1870s and features displays and information about the owner. It is decorated in the styles of the late 19th Century.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	10:00	10:00	10:00	Closed	10:00	Closed
Close		14:00	14:00	14:00		14:00

Tips

Donations appreciated.

Hauck House Museum

The Hauck House Museum in Cincinnati is an Italianate style home with a stone carved facade. The interior boasts many unique details with painted ceilings and extensive woodwork throughout. The home has been restored and is furnished in period and is meant to show daily life in the late 1800s. Keep in mind that this area was once known as "Millionaire's Row" and consequently is an example of an upper class lifestyle.

Tips

Open by appointment.

Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion

The Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati offers a wide variety of courses of study including Rabbinical Studies, Cantorial Studies, Jewish Education Studies, Jewish Communal Service Studies, Graduate & Undergraduate Studies, and Continuing Education Programs.

Address

Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220
United States

Phone 1 (513) 221-1875

Fax 1 (513) 221-1847

http://www.huc.edu

Hillel Jewish Student Center

The Hillel Jewish Student Center in Cincinnati is the focal point for the younger members of Cincinnati's Jewish community. The Hillel Jewish Student Center has an active social and community calendar to help those involved meet their needs and the needs of the community as a whole.

Address

Hillel Jewish Student Center
Rose Warner House
2615 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220
United States

Phone 1 (513) 221-6728

Fax 1 (513) 221-7134

http://hillelcincinnati.org

John Roebling Bridge

The John Roebling Bridge is one of Cincinnati's most endearing landmarks. This suspension bridge was built in 1866 and links Cincinnati to Covington, KY. The bridge span is 357 m / 1057 ft long and carries both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The John Roebling Bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Mount Airy Forest

The Mount Airy Forest is a natural area located only 10 minutes from downtown Cincinnati. It is the city's largest park and has a large number of amenities for day-trippers. These include 23 picnic sites and three forest lodges. The forest is home to over 5,000 different types of plants representing 1,600 species. If you are lucky you may see a white tailed deer or a rare and endangered salamander.

St Peter In Chains Cathedral

The Peter in Chains Cathedral in Cincinnati is the home of the Archdiocese for the city. The original was once considered one of the finest examples of Neo Classical architecture in the United States. The current building was completed in 1957. Peter in Chains Cathedral has an active parish with a busy community outreach program. Visitors are always welcome to stop in at any time.

Address

St. Peter in Chains Cathedral
325 West Eighth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
United States

Phone 1 (513) 421-5354

Fax 1 (513) 241-9517

http://www.stpeterinchainscathedral.org

Taft Museum of Art

The world-renowned Taft Museum of Art is located in Cincinnati. The building that houses the museum is of particular note. It was built in 1820 in the Palladian style and is a called the Baum-Longworth-Taft House. It is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Inside, the Taft Museum has a collection of paintings from Old Masters, European Decorative Arts, along with sculptures and furniture among many others.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00
Close			17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cost

Adult	$ 8.00
Students	$ 6.00
Senior over 60	$ 6.00
Child 18 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Free admission for everyone on Sundays.

Discounts on

Sunday

Disabled

Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental

William Howard Taft House

The venerable old William Howard Taft House in Cincinnati, in which William Howard Taft (1857-1930), 27th President of the United States, was born is open to visitors. There is also a museum in his honor at 316 Pike Street.
The house is now part of the William Howard Taft National Historic Site.

Address

William Howard Taft National Historic Site
2038 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219
United States

Phone 1 (513) 684-3262

Fax 1 (513) 684-3627

http://www.nps.gov/wiho/

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00
Close	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cincinnati Attractions