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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 significant role in helping fugitive slaves cross the Ohio River. Note that entry to the center is not included.
- Paycor Stadium - Drive by Paycor Stadium, a key sports venue in Cincinnati known for hosting various events and games. Please note that entry is not included.
- Smale Riverfront Park - Take a leisurely walk through the picturesque Smale Riverfront Park, enjoying its green spaces and river views. No entry fee is required to visit the park.
- Queen City Square - Pass by the “Sing the Queen City” sign, a popular spot for photos and city pride. Viewing the sign is free of charge.
- Roebling Suspension Bridge - Walk across the iconic John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, marveling at its engineering and views of the Ohio River. No entry fee is required to cross the bridge.
- Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument - Pass by the Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument, which honors the African American men who helped defend the city during the Civil War. Viewing the monument is free of charge.
- Moerlein Lager House - Drive by the Moerlein Lager House, a historic brewery known for its craft beer. Please note that entry is not included.
- Great American Ball Park - Drive by the Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Please note that entry is not included.
- Queen City Square - Walk past Queen City Square, a prominent skyscraper in Cincinnati’s skyline. Viewing the building is free of charge.
- Christ Church Cathedral - Pass by Christ Church Cathedral, a historic Episcopal church in downtown Cincinnati. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Lytle Park Historic District - Take a stroll through the Lytle Park Historic District, admiring its architecture and green spaces. No entry fee is required to visit the park.
- University Club of Cincinnati - Drive by the University Club of Cincinnati, a private social club founded in 1879. Entry is restricted to members only.
- Queen City Club - Drive by the Queen City Club, another private social club located in downtown Cincinnati. Entry is restricted to members only.
- Skyline Chili - Drive by Skyline Chili, a famous Cincinnati chili restaurant known for its unique chili recipes. Viewing the restaurant is free of charge.
- Duke Energy Convention Center - Drive by Duke Energy’s facilities in Cincinnati, a major energy provider in the region.
- Ingalls Building - Drive by the Ingalls Building, the world’s first reinforced concrete skyscraper. Viewing the building is free of charge.
- Carew Tower - Drive by the Carew Tower, an Art Deco skyscraper offering panoramic city views. Entry to the observation deck is not included.
- Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza - Drive by the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, a historic hotel known for its Art Deco architecture. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Fifth Third Center - Drive by the Fifth Third Center, a modern office building in downtown Cincinnati. Viewing the building is free of charge.
- Fountain Square - Take a leisurely walk through Fountain Square, a popular public space in downtown Cincinnati. No entry fee is required to visit the square.
- Tyler Davidson Fountain - Admire the Tyler Davidson Fountain, a prominent landmark in Fountain Square. Viewing the fountain is free of charge.
- The Cincinnatian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton - Drive by The Cincinnatian Hotel, a historic hotel in downtown Cincinnati. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building - Drive by the Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building, a historic telecommunications facility. Viewing the building is free of charge.
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains - Drive by the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains, a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cincinnati. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Issac M. Wise Temple - Drive by the Isaac M. Wise Temple, a historic synagogue in Cincinnati. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Cincinnati City Hall - Drive by Cincinnati City Hall, a historic government building in downtown Cincinnati. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Cincinnati Fire Museum - Drive by the Cincinnati Fire Museum, a museum dedicated to firefighting history. Entry is not included.
- Cincinnati Shakespeare Company - Drive by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, a theater company specializing in Shakespearean productions. Entry to performances is not included.
- The Transept - Drive by The Transept, a historic event venue located in Washington Park. Viewing the exterior is free of charge.
- Washington Park - Take a leisurely walk through Washington Park, a public park in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. No entry fee 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. Entry 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.
