Things To Do
FINDLAY MARKET
On the National Register of Historic Places, Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market surrounded by bright and colorful Italianates and other rich architecture and history. ♥ HOW TO GET HERE: 1.5mi from hotel - walk, taxi, or pick up the Streetcar at the 4th and Main Streetcar Station and take it to the Findlay Market-Elm station ♥ WHAT TO DO HERE: Explore, eat, and check out the many local artisans. ♥ COFFEE: Deeper Roots ♥ FAVORITE FOOD: Taste of Belgium, Pho Lang Thang, Eli's BBQ and Mama Lahezo but you can't go wrong with any option.
Washington Park and Music Hall
Just a short walk from Findlay Market, Washington Park is at the center of OTR's best restaurants, bars, and entertainment. ♥ WHAT TO DO HERE: Check out the historic Music Hall; take in the sights and surrounding murals; cool off in the splash pad; grab a drink under the gazebo.
Over-the-Rhine (OTR) Retail Distrct
Adjacent to Washington Park. The address above is a good starting point then work your way south (towards the Macy's building) WHAT TO DO HERE: Eat, drink, shop & take in the murals. Our favorite spots: ♥ BARS: Somerset Bar, Mecca, Alcove, Lost & Found ♥ RESTAURANTS: Pepp & Dolores (Italian, reservations encouraged), Bakersfield (Mexican), The Eagle (American), Zula (mussels), Salazar (New American), Pontiac (BBQ), and many others. ♥ BREWERIES: Rhinegeist (rooftop bar), Braxton, Taft Alehouse, etc. ♥ ICE CREAM: Graeters - Black raspberry chip is a must ♥ SHOPPING: Mica, Homage, lots of boutiques ♥ ART: Murals on every corner!
Artworks Murals
Artworks has transformed the city one wall at a time. Click the link below or search the name of the mural in your Maps app for directions. There is a lot of rich Cincinnati history in many of them.
Smale Riverfront Park
The most beautiful waterfront park with porch swings, playground, splash park, musical exhibits, etc. ♥ H&M TIP: After the park, walk across the Roebling Bridge, take it to the end and turn left to check out the Historic Riverside District of Covington, KY. You will be transported to another time.
Other Breakfast and Coffee Recommendations
• Sleepy Bee Cafe Downtown - Try The Queen City Bee sandwich and/or a side of goetta • Taste of Belgium (at the Banks or OTR) - Try the chicken and waffles or crepes • E+O Kitchen at The Banks • Coffee Emporium • Deeper Roots in OTR
If you have more than a day to explore,
• Visit Mount Adams - Dine at The Rookwood Bar and Tavern for the most incredible views of the city. • Eden Park - Connected to Mount Adams. Eden Park is home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Krohn Conservatory, and Twin Lakes which also has amazing views. • Cincinnati Museum Center - Home to the Cincinnati History Museum, The Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History and Science, and the OMNIMAX Theater.