Self Guided Walking Tour of Cincinnati
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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.
Departure Point
- 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.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the Cincinnati Music Hall.
Duration
2 hours - 2 hours and 15 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, Ohio
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.
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Stop At: Roebling Suspension Bridge
Ohio River Trail, , Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by Paycor Stadium, a prominent sports venue in Cincinnati, known for hosting various events and games. Note that admission is not included.
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Stop At: Moerlein Lager House
115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Stroll through the beautiful Smale Riverfront Park, enjoying its green spaces and river views. No admission is required to visit the park.
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Stop At: Great American Ball Park
100 Joe Nuxhall Way, , Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the "Sing the Queen City" sign, a popular spot for photos and city pride. There is no admission fee to view the sign.
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Stop At: Carew Tower
35 W 5th St, Cincinnati, Ohio
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.
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Stop At: Fountain Square
520 Vine Street, 5th and Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument, honoring the African American men who helped defend the city during the Civil War. There is no admission fee to view the monument.
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Stop At: Washington Park
1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the Moerlein Lager House, a historic brewery known for its craft beer. Note that admission is not included.
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Stop At: Cincinnati Music Hall
1241 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Note that admission is not included.
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Stop At: Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains
325 W 8th St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Walk past Queen City Square, a prominent skyscraper in Cincinnati's skyline. There is no admission fee to view the building.
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Stop At: Christ Church Cathedral
318 E 4th St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by Christ Church Cathedral, a historic Episcopal church in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
1195 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Stroll through the Lytle Park Historic District, admiring its architecture and green spaces. There is no admission fee to visit the park.
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Stop At: Smale Riverfront Park
166 West Mehring Way, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the University Club of Cincinnati, a private social club founded in 1879. Admission is restricted to members only.
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Stop At: Issac M. Wise Temple
720 Plum St, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by the Queen City Club, another private social club located in downtown Cincinnati. Admission is restricted to members only.
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Stop At: Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm St, , Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by Skyline Chili, a famous Cincinnati chili restaurant known for its unique chili recipes. No admission is required to view the restaurant.
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Stop At: Cincinnati Fire Museum
315 W Court St, , Cincinnati, Ohio
Pass by Duke Energy's facilities in Cincinnati, a major energy provider in the region.
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Stop At: Tyler Davidson Fountain
28 East 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Ingalls Building, the world's first reinforced concrete skyscraper. No admission is required to view the building.
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Stop At: The Cincinnatian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
601 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Carew Tower, an Art Deco skyscraper offering panoramic city views. Admission to the observation deck is not included.
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Stop At: Lytle Park Historic District
501 East 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, a historic hotel known for its Art Deco architecture. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building
209 Seventh Street West, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Fifth Third Center, a modern office building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the building.
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Stop At: Paycor Stadium
1 Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Stroll through Fountain Square, a popular public space in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to visit the square.
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Stop At: Ingalls Building
6 East 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Admire the Tyler Davidson Fountain, a prominent landmark in Fountain Square. No admission is required to view the fountain.
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Stop At: Fifth Third Center
38 Fountain Square Plaza, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by The Cincinnatian Hotel, a historic hotel in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: Queen City Club
331 East 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building, a historic telecommunications facility. No admission is required to view the building.
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Stop At: Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
35 West 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Cathedral Basilica of St Peter in Chains, a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: University Club of Cincinnati
401 East 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Isaac M Wise Temple, a historic synagogue in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: Cincinnati City Hall
801 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by Cincinnati City Hall, a historic government building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: The Transept
1205 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Cincinnati Fire Museum, a museum dedicated to firefighting history. Admission is not included.
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Stop At: Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument
8 West Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, a theater company specializing in Shakespearean productions. Admission to performances is not included.
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Stop At: Queen City Square
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Pass by The Transept, a historic event venue located in Washington Park. No admission is required to view the exterior.
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Stop At: Skyline Chili
290 Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220
Stroll through Washington Park, a public park in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. No admission is required to visit the park.
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
- On this walking tour, you'll spend your time walking past the listed attractions, not stopping at them
- Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food and drink
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
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This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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5. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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