The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region

June 15, 2021 Russell Mellin

Discover the best top things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region including Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum, St Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, Smale Riverfront Park, Devou Park, Wooden Cask Brewery Company, Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Art Museum, Eden Park, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Taft Museum of Art.
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1. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum

4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232-1934 +1 513-681-7526 http://www.springgrove.org/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 736 reviews

Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum

Reviewed By chellye - Lexington, United States

Visited to see the grave of General Joseph Hooker. What a beautiful site! Very well maintained and tons of interesting monuments. Definitely going back in the spring when the weather is nice.

2. St Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

1140 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011-3116 +1 859-431-2060 http://www.covcathedral.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 161 reviews

St Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

Reviewed By MsEditor2 - Cincinnati, United States

We recently moved to the area and had seen this beautiful church which reminded me of Notre Dame. We stopped on a Monday morning to walk through. While it isn't on the size scale of most Western European churches I've visited, it is equally impressive, especially the stained glass windows. We were surprised at what a phenomenally beautiful cathedral, which reminded us of Europe, could be found in Covington. It is indeed a treasure. The marble along with the intricate mosaics from Germany pair well with the Venetian glass and make this a must see if you are in Northern Kentucky.

3. Smale Riverfront Park

West Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45201 +1 513-352-6180 http://www.cincinnatiparks.com/smale-riverfront-park/
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5.0 based on 696 reviews

Smale Riverfront Park

Reviewed By everydaywanderer - Kansas City, United States

Nestled between Paul Brown Stadium, where the Cincinnati Bengals play football, and the Great American Ball Park, where the Cincinnati Reds play baseball, is Smale Riverfront Park. Running parallel to the Ohio River, the 32 acres of immaculately-maintained green space includes: - a carousel, - pergola-covered, oversized swings that face the water, - a 1.75 acre tree grove and rose garden, - unique play areas with log climbers, a rope bridge, a flying pig, and a giant foot piano, - multiple fountains and other water features, and more It is a beautiful way to spend time along the Ohio River on a gorgeous day in Cincinnati! Get advice on what else to do, see, and eat in Cincinnati by visiting my blog (details in profile)!

4. Devou Park

1201 Park Dr, Covington, KY 41011 http://www.exploredevoupark.org/
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5.0 based on 74 reviews

Devou Park

Reviewed By 845laf - Daytona Beach Shores, United States

The overlook is the best view in the tri state area. I could sit and look at Covington and Cincinnati's skylines for hours. There are many playgrounds for kids, a golf course, a museum, shelter houses, an event location, a historic bandshell, and so many green spaces with picnic tables and places to relax and hike.

5. Wooden Cask Brewery Company

629 York St, Newport, KY 41071-1815 +1 859-261-2172 http://woodencask.com
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Wooden Cask Brewery Company

6. Cincinnati Museum Center

1301 Western Ave Union Terminal, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1138 +1 513-287-7000 [email protected] http://www.cincymuseum.org
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4.5 based on 1,811 reviews

Cincinnati Museum Center

Visit cincymuseum.org for details on updates regarding the museums, programs, events, hours and more!

Reviewed By jwrw919

What do you like to see at a this is not a artist display per say but there is art here too. There are nature displays past and present. There are historical displays some years to long ago Natural science to modern science. There is a cave area with dinasaurs and the ice age There are special displays too. The kids area has climbing,water play and crafts too. Yes there is food too. And don't forget the 360 movies

7. Cincinnati Art Museum

953 Eden Park Dr In Eden Park, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1557 +1 513-721-2787 http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org/
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4.5 based on 1,072 reviews

Cincinnati Art Museum

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.

Reviewed By Go785432

Terrific Museum with diverse collection. It's an excellent way to spend an afternoon wandering and discovering.

8. Eden Park

950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1584 +1 513-357-2619 http://www.cincinnatiparks.com/index.php/eden-park
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4.5 based on 406 reviews

Eden Park

Beautiful scenic park in downtown Cincinati.

Reviewed By msmerz - Boulder City, United States

It's great to spend time at Eden Park - lovely lawns and trees, art museum, outdoor concert venue, etc. Beautiful overlooks of the Ohio River.

9. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220-1333 513-281-4700 [email protected] http://cincinnatizoo.org/
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4.5 based on 3,800 reviews

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

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.

Reviewed By 339matthewf - Cincinnati, United States

I've been coming to this zoo for 30 years and I cannot express in words the memories that have been made here. I remember when Bruiser the walrus would spit water on me as a kid (excellent way to cool off on a summer's day). I got to stay overnight and do a guided night tour, traveled behind the scenes to see how they take care of animals, and have watched this place grow throughout the years. 'Africa' added lions and a large paddock for grazers in addition to a nice balcony with tables overlooking the whole area. Cooling stations run all day when it's hot, penguins roam the paths with keepers when it's cold, and I proposed to my wife at the Festival of Lights 'round Christmas. They also have animal encounters which, while a bit pricey, contribute to conservation efforts and offer once in a lifetime experiences like being face to face with an elephant. You can feed a giraffe if you like. They have learning stations everywhere, rotating educational encounters, and anyone in a zoo uniform will tell you a personal story about one or more of the animals. Finally, if you plan to go, I strongly advise a membership pass if only for the free parking. You get discounts on food and merch, as well; it pays for itself in two trips. Check the website out, too; they have some really cool events that go to help with conservation efforts and are a lot of fun to attend. Give it a shot and you might find you keep coming back for the rest of your life.

10. Taft Museum of Art

316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH 45202-4214 +1 513-241-0343 http://www.taftmuseum.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 368 reviews

Taft Museum of Art

Built in 1820 by Martin Baum, a merchant and Cincinnati's first millionaire, the house is a registered National Historic Landmark. The House was the home of Cincinnati's leading citizens for several generations. Among them was arts patron Nicholas Longworth, who hired African-American painter Robert S. Duncanson to paint eight landscape murals considered one of the finest suites of domestic murals dating from before the Civil War. Iron magnate David Sinton, father of museum co-founder Anna Sinton Taft, bought the house in 1871. He lived there with Anna, his only surviving child, and her husband, Charles Phelps Taft. The Taft's began to assemble a renowned collection of fine and decorative arts--items acquired not only for their beauty but also to teach and inspire, thus helping their community grow culturally and economically. In 1908, William Howard Taft--younger half-brother of Charles Phelps Taft--accepted his party's nomination for the U.S. presidency from the house's portico.

Reviewed By rons320 - New York City, United States

Absolutely wonderful! A small private collection of the Tafts located in their formed mansion showing their personal taste. A Rembrandt and three Halses are definite highlights but the collection ranges from Corneille de Lyon to Dutch painters (de Hoogh, ter Borch, Steen) to Goya, Turner, Corot and Sorolla. A couple of good Sargents, the portrait of Robert Louis Stevenson being one of them, and an interesting painting by Henry F. Farny. Excellent!

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