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.
50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, United States
Begin your tour in front of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, where you'll hear about Cincinnati's role in aiding fugitive slaves across the Ohio River. Admission to the center is not included.
Note that admission is not included.
166 West Mehring Way, Cincinnati, United States
Stroll through the beautiful Smale Riverfront Park, enjoying its green spaces and river views. No admission is required to visit the park.
There is no admission fee to view the sign.
Ohio River Trail, Cincinnati, United States
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.
men who helped defend the city during the Civil War. There is no admission fee to view the monument.
Note that admission is not included.
100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Note that admission is not included.
There is no admission fee to view the building.
318 E 4th St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by Christ Church Cathedral, a historic Episcopal church in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
There is no admission fee to visit the park.
Admission is restricted to members only.
Admission is restricted to members only.
No admission is required to view the restaurant.
525 Elm St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by Duke Energy's facilities in Cincinnati, a major energy provider in the region.
No admission is required to view the building.
35 W 5th St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Carew Tower, an Art Deco skyscraper offering panoramic city views. Admission to the observation deck is not included.
No admission is required to view the exterior.
No admission is required to view the building.
520 Vine Street, 5th and Vine Street, Cincinnati, United States
Stroll through Fountain Square, a popular public space in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to visit the square.
No admission is required to view the fountain.
No admission is required to view the exterior.
No admission is required to view the building.
325 W 8th St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Cathedral Basilica of St Peter in Chains, a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
720 Plum St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Isaac M Wise Temple, a historic synagogue in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
No admission is required to view the exterior.
315 W Court St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Cincinnati Fire Museum, a museum dedicated to firefighting history. Admission is not included.
1195 Elm St, Cincinnati, United States
Pass by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, a theater company specializing in Shakespearean productions. Admission to performances is not included.
No admission is required to view the exterior.
1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, United States
Stroll through Washington Park, a public park in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. No admission is required to visit the park.
1241 Elm St, Cincinnati, United States
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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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