Top 10 Sites + Bites of Cincinnati Tour with Riverside Food Tours

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Nell_C
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The food stops were the right amount of food. I got to try 2 new-to-me local foods (and I’m a foodie) -not haute cuisine, but yummy. Our guide David was super knowledgeable about local history and made the tour very worthwhile. I think I fell in love with Cincinnati!

Discover Cincinnati on a 3-hour adventure through the heart of the Queen City! This fast-paced tour features 6 mouthwatering food stops, Cincinnati’s Top 10 must-see sights, and a fun ride on the modern streetcar — all led by a friendly, local guide who knows the city inside and out. Along the way, savor Cincinnati icons like a Belgian waffle, a chili cheese dog, Graeter’s raspberry chocolate chip ice cream, German goetta, a French macaron or Market cookie, and more sweet & savory bites. (Findlay Market is closed Mondays — but don’t worry, we’ve got delicious alternatives!) Come hungry and wear comfy shoes — we’ll cover about 45 minutes of walking as we explore stunning architecture, colorful murals, and sweeping riverfront views. Whether it’s your first time here or you’re a local looking for something new, this tour is a hit with all ages — yes, even kids love it! Your guide will share the hidden stories, history, and insider tips. You might just fall in love and want to stay!

Departure Point

  • Meeting/Ending Point: We meet at 9:45AM outside the Taste of Belgium Bistro at the Banks at 16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati OH 45202. Make sure you have the correct location. Do not park on the street. The Central Riverfront Underground Garage is located 182 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Return Details
  • Meeting/Ending Point: We meet at 9:45AM outside the Taste of Belgium Bistro at the Banks at 16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati OH 45202. Make sure you have the correct location. Do not park on the street. The Central Riverfront Underground Garage is located 182 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Duration3 hours - 3 hours and 20 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: The Banks145 East 2nd Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202The Banks is a mixed-use development along the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, on the land between the Bengals Football Stadium and Great American Ball Park. The Banks Project represents the single biggest shift in thinking and developing the riverfronts potential since the canal development started in the 1820s. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Roebling Suspension BridgeOhio River Trail, , Cincinnati, OhioThe John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Ohio River between Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky. When it opened on December 1, 1866, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world at 1,057 feet main span, which was later overtaken by John A. Roebling's most famous design, New York's Brooklyn Bridge, which opened in 1883 at 1,595.5 feet.Duration: 8 minutesStop At: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OhioOn the outside of the Center is a piece of history that symbolizes the end of the cold war era. See and hear the interesting story.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fountain Square520 Vine Street, 5th and Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Fountain Square is the symbolic center of Cincinnati since 1871, with a stunning fountain and a thriving entertainment district. it is surrounded by signature restaurants, bars, events, and ice skating at the heart of downtown.Duration: 8 minutesStop At: Contemporary Artworks3812 East Street, Cincinnati, OH 45227View story-high murals like astronaut 'Neal Armstrong' among others created by Cincinnati Artworks. Youth Apprentices have completed more than 230 murals in over 36 Cincinnati neighborhoods and seven nearby cities.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Carew Tower35 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OhioCarew Tower is a 49-story, 574-foot Art Deco building completed in 1931 in the heart of downtown. It is being remodeled into luxury apartments. The architecture and history is amazing. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Aronoff Center for the Arts650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OhioThe Aronoff Center is a large performing arts center in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Events that can typically be found at the Aronoff Center include: plays, ballet, popular music concerts, stand-up comedy shows, and musicals. The center was designed by renowned architect César Pelli and named in honor of Cincinnati native and Ohio senator Stanley Aronoff.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Contemporary Arts Center44 E 6th St, , Cincinnati, OhioThe Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art is a striking building on the corner of Sixth and Walnut Streets, just a block from Fountain Square in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The Rosenthal Center was designed by the late Zaha Hadid and holds the distinction of being the first U.S. museum designed by a female architect.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Central ParkwayCentral Parkway, Cincinnati, OH Central Parkway is one of Cincinnati's major parkways in a citywide network envisioned in the 1907 park plan by George Kessler. Extending along the former route of the old Miami & Erie Canal, central Parkway was developed in conjunction with a rapid transit railway, which was to run in a tunnel created in the old canal bed, however, the subway was abandoned mid-construction and never completed. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Over-The-RhineCincinnati, OhioOver-the-Rhine, also known as "Cincinnati's Rhineland", and the "Rhineland of America", is a German cultural district of Cincinnati, Ohio. Well-preserved 19th-century buildings pepper this historic neighborhood, making it among the largest, most intact urban historic districts in the United States. This onetime working-class German neighborhood is now home to craft breweries, hip gastropubs, and trendy bars.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Cincinnati Music Hall1241 Elm St, Cincinnati, OhioWe pass by Music Hall on our way to Findlay Market. Cincinnati Music Hall, is a classical music performance hall in Cincinnati, Ohio, completed in 1878 to host concerts, expositions and political events. It also has a haunted past! It now serves as the home for the Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Opera, May Festival Chorus, and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Washington Park1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, OhioWe ride by Washington Park on our way to Findlay Market. It is a scenic 8-acre park in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati. It was originally built as cemeteries. It was acquired by the city in the mid 1800's and turned into a beautiful Victorian Park. Today, the Park welcomes millions of individuals each year from all over, hosting over 300 events annually, including live music, public markets, outdoor fitness classes, children's activities and more.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Findlay Market1801 Race St, , Cincinnati, OhioWe have our final tasting at the market and tour the market before returning to our starting point. Please note: Findlay Market is closed on Mondays, therefore we enjoy the sample of goetta along with the waffle at The Taste of Belgium Bistro.Duration: 10 minutes

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This particular tour involves a total of 45-60 minutes of walking over the course of 3 hours. Wear comfortable shoes.
  • Children 0-5 are free, but do not receive any food. Parents may share of bring snacks. Children 6 yrs+ require a ticket and do recieve full servings. Contact supplier after booking to notify of child aged 0-5
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Bring a water bottle for hydration if needed.
  • Not recommended for physically challenged walkers. The entire tour involves 60 minutes of walking over the course of 3 hrs
  • We cannot accommodate nut, food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free restrictions.
  • This is a motorized wheelchair accesible tour.
Inclusions
  • Food guide and streetcar map
  • Local certified guide
  • 6 Food Stops: Belgium waffle, ice-cream, goetta, fudge, cheese, cookie
Exclusions
  • Gratuities for your guide are not included. Please make sure to take care of your guide.
  • Drinks such as soda, coffee, tea (available to purchase)
  • Parking fees
Redemption InstructionsWe gather 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour at Taste of Belgium Bistro at the Banks, 16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Please check to make sure you are at the right address as there are multiple locations. An underground parking garage is located across the street. You will see multiple entrances. Do not park on the street. Any guest who has an aversion to pork or is a vegetarian, must notify Riverside Food Tours 48 hours prior to the tour to request a meatless option. We cannot accommodate those with food allergies, diabetes, celiac disease and other special dietary requirements. This is a walking tour which includes a ride on the streetcar. Guests will be required to be physically fit enough to walk a total of 2.5 miles over the course of the 3 hour tour. Questions, call 513-289-0035.Findlay Market is closed on Mondays. We substitute an alternate stop for you to enjoy. Gratuities for your tour guide are not included and much appreciated. You may bring water bottles for hydration along the way. Tour takes place rain or shine. Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate outerwear. The tour includes 2.5 miles of walking.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Nell_C
The food stops were the right amount of food. I got to try 2 new-to-me local foods (and I’m a foodie) -not haute cuisine, but yummy. Our guide David was super knowledgeable about local history and made the tour very worthwhile. I think I fell in love with Cincinnati!
Emccded
In a three-hour walking/streetcar experience, you get an introduction to “The Queen City” of unusual depth. Starting with new development along the historic riverfront, strolling by the grand entrance to the Great American Ballpark with its sculptures of the best Reds of all, craning at the major corporate buildings - Proctor and Gamble, Kroger and more - then exploring the roots of culture in the Over The Rhine neighborhood. You get a sense of a unified city’s place in America. Along the way, you the eclectic tastes offered here, from Belgian waffles to iconic coney dogs to ice cream, cheeses and fudge. David, our guide, explains the history, but stresses the forward-looking commitment to sports, arts and business. It’s a lot of walking but well worth it.
David_D
This tour focused on the history, over the past 150 years or so, of Cincinnati’s ethnic, cultural and commercial traditions and future. The guide used food, from the ‘ Porkopolis’ nickname to the Findlay Market to the giant Kroger empire, to illustrate the city’s position in the growth of the American economy. David related the efforts of small business persons and civic leaders to develop a renewing, unified community. He could provide answers to almost any question and kept the pace of the tour within the capabilities of the tour group.
Rebecca_C
Plenty of food and lots of sites and history of Cincinnati on this tour - we were full! Plenty of bathroom stops. One member of our group had a rollator and was able to fully participate. David our tour guide was spectacular!!
S2072KAcarlab
What a great tour! Our guide, Jackie, was so personable and quite knowledgeable about the city and its rich history. The food stops were amazing - especially the waffles and the ice cream! This is a 10/10 must do if visiting the city!

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