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Self Guided Walking Tour of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Discover Cincinnati's rich history and landmarks at your own pace with our self-guided walking tour. Explore downtown, parks, and historic sites.
Duration:
2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- National Underground Railroad Freedom Center - Start your tour at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, where you’ll learn about Cincinnati’s role in helping fugitive slaves cross the Ohio River. Admission to the center is not included.
- Paycor Stadium - Pass by Paycor Stadium, a key sports venue in Cincinnati, known for hosting various events and games. Note that admission is not included.
- Smale Riverfront Park - Walk through the beautiful Smale Riverfront Park, enjoying its green spaces and river views. No admission is required to visit the park.
- Sing the Queen City Sign - Pass by the “Sing the Queen City” sign, a popular spot for photos and city pride. There is no admission fee to view the sign.
- Roebling Suspension Bridge - Walk across the iconic John A Roebling Suspension Bridge, marveling at its engineering and views of the Ohio River. No admission is required to cross the bridge.
- Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument - Pass by the Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument, honoring the African American men who helped defend the city during the Civil War. There is no admission fee to view the monument.
- Moerlein Lager House - Pass by the Moerlein Lager House, a historic brewery known for its craft beer. Note that admission is not included.
- Great American Ball Park - Pass by the Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Note that admission is not included.
- Queen City Square - Walk past Queen City Square, a prominent skyscraper in Cincinnati’s skyline. There is no admission fee to view the building.
- Christ Church Cathedral - Pass by Christ Church Cathedral, a historic Episcopal church in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Lytle Park Historic District - Stroll through the Lytle Park Historic District, admiring its architecture and green spaces. There is no admission fee to visit the park.
- University Club of Cincinnati - Pass by the University Club of Cincinnati, a private social club founded in 1879. Admission is restricted to members only.
- Queen City Club - Pass by the Queen City Club, another private social club located in downtown Cincinnati. Admission is restricted to members only.
- Skyline Chili - Pass by Skyline Chili, a famous Cincinnati chili restaurant known for its unique chili recipes. No admission is required to view the restaurant.
- Duke Energy Convention Center - Pass by Duke Energy’s facilities in Cincinnati, a major energy provider in the region.
- Ingalls Building - Pass by the Ingalls Building, the world’s first reinforced concrete skyscraper. No admission is required to view the building.
- Carew Tower - Pass by the Carew Tower, an Art Deco skyscraper offering panoramic city views. Admission to the observation deck is not included.
- Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza - Pass by the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, a historic hotel known for its Art Deco architecture. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Fifth Third Center - Pass by the Fifth Third Center, a modern office building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the building.
- Fountain Square - Stroll through Fountain Square, a popular public space in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to visit the square.
- Tyler Davidson Fountain - Admire the Tyler Davidson Fountain, a prominent landmark in Fountain Square. No admission is required to view the fountain.
- The Cincinnatian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton - Pass by The Cincinnatian Hotel, a historic hotel in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building - Pass by the Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building, a historic telecommunications facility. No admission is required to view the building.
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains - Pass by the Cathedral Basilica of St Peter in Chains, a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Issac M. Wise Temple - Pass by the Isaac M Wise Temple, a historic synagogue in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Cincinnati City Hall - Pass by Cincinnati City Hall, a historic government building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Cincinnati Fire Museum - Pass by the Cincinnati Fire Museum, a museum dedicated to firefighting history. Admission is not included.
- Cincinnati Shakespeare Company - Pass by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, a theater company specializing in Shakespearean productions. Admission to performances is not included.
- The Transept - Pass by The Transept, a historic event venue located in Washington Park. No admission is required to view the exterior.
- Washington Park - Stroll through Washington Park, a public park in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. No admission is required to visit the park.
- Cincinnati Music Hall - End your tour at the Cincinnati Music Hall, a historic performance venue and home to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Admission to performances is not included.
What's Included
- Unlimited use of the tour before and after booking date
- Unlimited, lifetime use of the virtual tour option
- Lifetime access to the tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour for flexible exploration
- App available for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point for automatic tour start
What's Not Included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food and drink
Additional Information
Are you looking for a way to see Cincinnati without joining a tour group? Explore Cincinnati - otherwise known as Queen City, Queen of the West, and Porkopolis - at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.
Cincinnati was one of the first frontier towns in America‘s west. It claims to have had the first professional baseball team, the First professional fire fighting brigade, the first reinforced steel skyscraper. On this walking tour, you‘ll be introduced to this city of firsts and its rich history by Phil, an experienced tour producer and working actor.
Stroll through the city‘s revitalized downtown area, taking in the beautiful sprawling Smale Riverfront Park, the glorious John A Roebling Suspension Bridge, and the newly developed Banks area. From there, it’s onto exploring more of the urban core of the town.
Take this self-guided audio tour to explore what makes Cincinnati an early frontier city still steeped in history today.
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
- On this walking tour, you’ll spend your time walking past the listed attractions, not stopping at them
Location
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
East Freedom Way
The tour starts in front of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center (50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202), and then you'll head south to explore the vast Smale Riverfront Park.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
