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Cincinnati Museum Center
Ollie #1 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 79 reviews
Owner description: For a four-in-one educational experience, you can't beat this complex of three museums and Omnimax Theater housed in a beautifully restored Art Deco...... more » Owner description: For a four-in-one educational experience, you can't beat this complex of three museums and Omnimax Theater housed in a beautifully restored Art Deco train station. The museums include the Children's, the Natural History and Science and the city's History museum. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Natural History Museums; Children’s Museums; Science Museums
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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Cincinnati Art Museum
Ollie #2 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Owner description: One of the most prestigious art museums in the country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atop an Eden Park hill, is well-known...... more » Owner description: One of the most prestigious art museums in the country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atop an Eden Park hill, is well-known for its 19th-century European and American paintings, but also contains numerous other works including an outstanding pottery gallery. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Ballets
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Ollie #3 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 137 reviews
Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs,...... more » Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs, particularly for gorillas and white tigers, and has a wonderful collection of felines and a delightful manatees exhibit. « less
Attraction type  Zoos; Gardens
Distance  4.0 km from city centre
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Roebling Suspension Bridge
Ollie #4 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Bridges
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum
Ollie #5 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Cemeteries
Distance  6.6 km from city centre
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Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption
Ollie #6 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
A gothic cathedral that has a design similar to Notre Dame in Paris.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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Eden Park
Ollie #7 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Beautiful scenic park in downtown Cincinati.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Krohn Conservatory
Ollie #8 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Parks
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Duke Energy Children's Museum
Ollie #9 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Hands-on discovery museum where children can explore and learn about themselves and the world around them.
Attraction type  Children’s Museums
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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Great American Ball Park
Ollie #10 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 60 reviews
Owner description: This new home for the Cincinnati Reds, the oldest major league baseball team in the U.S., balances its spiffy new look with nostalgic tributes to the...... more » Owner description: This new home for the Cincinnati Reds, the oldest major league baseball team in the U.S., balances its spiffy new look with nostalgic tributes to the team's history including reminders of Crosley Field, where it all began. « less
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Art Galleries
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum
Ollie #11 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews

The Cincinnati Reds have a storied history as being the first professional club, hosting the first night game, and dominating the 1970s as the "Big Red Machine".  The Cincinnati... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Mount Adams
Ollie #12 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
A small hill east of downtown Cincinnati that gives visitors a sweeping view of the city.
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Ollie #13 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Owner description: Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom. It brings to life the...... more » Owner description: Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom. It brings to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history, including today. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Fountain Square
Ollie #14 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Carew Tower
Ollie #15 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews

This is an often overlooked gem in downtown Cincinnati.  Located between 4th and 5th Streets, the tower offers a parking garage that is accessible from Race Street.  There is a... more »

Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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American Sign Museum
Ollie #16 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
History of the sign industry and its significant contribution to society is told through extensive collections and archives.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Cincinnati Music Hall
Ollie #17 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Built in 1878 and renovated throughout the decades, this concert and art venue includes the Springer Auditorium, Music Hall Ballroom, Corbett Tower...... more » Owner description: Built in 1878 and renovated throughout the decades, this concert and art venue includes the Springer Auditorium, Music Hall Ballroom, Corbett Tower and the Society for the Preservation of Music Hall. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Ollie #18 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Ollie #19 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
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Paul Brown Stadium
Ollie #20 of 64 attractions in Cincinnati
4 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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