Best Things To Do in Cincinnati

For 100 years before Prohibition, beer was a major export and Cincinnati breweries were a top employer. The Queen City had previously emerged as the center of U.S. pork production, but beer eventually took the lead in driving the local economy. By 1890, Cincinnati was the nation's third-largest beer producer!

For an authentic Cincinnati experience that comes with an opportunity to really get to know the city’s personality and history, BB Riverboats is the answer! BB Riverboats’ cruises provide a tangible understanding of the city’s long riverboat history and how the city’s success is tied to the Ohio River while having maximum fun!

By: Brad Toft

Modeled after the legendary 400+ year old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany, Hofbräuhaus Newport gives guests the chance to experience a wide variety of authentic German food, bier and time-honored cultural traditions.

More than just a hotel, the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Hotel is a stunning example of true French Art Deco design and is a true architectural masterpiece. First opened in 1931, the landmark downtown Cincinnati hotel quickly became an integral part of the cityscape and is widely recognized as one of the first multi-use complexes in the United States.

We recently had the pleasure of a visit to the Moerlein Lager House in downtown Cincinnati. The Moerlein Lager House is situated on a scenic bank along the Ohio River between the Great American Ball Park and Paul Brown Stadium. This spacious restaurant features great views of the Ohio River, sports stadiums, the Roebling Suspension Bridge and downtown Cincinnati. It’s a great view from any seat in the house!

By: Kevin Yazell

I can’t think of a better way to spend a relaxing afternoon or evening that a slow cruise up the Ohio River with BB Riverboats. The cool breeze will calm even the worst heat and provides a perfect backdrop to any setting. The crew at BB Riverboats has mastered the art of entertaining on the river!

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By: Kirsten E. Silven

Since its 2012 inception, the Jazz Night Series at Washington Platform Saloon & Restaurant in downtown Cincinnati has been a must-do for music lovers of all ages, offering a unique live experience unlike any other in the Queen City. I recently attended the Friday night show with my husband, enjoying a delicious Valentine's Day dinner package and romantic date night against a colorful backdrop of authentic live jazz, performed by guitarist Greg Shako and flutist Sandy Suskind.

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in downtown Cincinnati is a museum of conscience, an education center, a convener of dialogue and a beacon of light for inclusive freedom around the globe.

Dedicated in 1871, the Tyler Davidson Fountain is the centerpiece of Fountain Square in downtown Cincinnati. The statue is also known as the "Genius of Water," which pays homage to the Ohio River and its significance to the development of the entire city.