Cincinnati and Southwest Ohio

Culture reigns supreme in Cincinnati. The arts flourish, sports teams entertain, and the food scene is ever growing. This Southwest city offers everything from family-friendly attractions along the Ohio Riverfront to the rich history of the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Visit and discover what makes Cincinnati "the Queen City."

Must See: Enjoy the multifaceted Cincinnati Museum Center. Step into history at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Visit the living landmark that is Taft Museum of Art. Grab a truly electric pic at the American Sign Museum. Spend the whole day eating, drinking, and shopping in Over-the-Rhine. Stop by The Banks Entertainment District, home to The Cincinnati Reds, The Bengals, and Smale Riverfront Park -- a 45 acres of green space with fountains, gardens, playgrounds, and carousel. Watch a butterfly show at Krohn Conservatory. Say hello to Fiona the Hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Complete your trip by spending a day at Kings Island Amusement Park.

Must Eat: Head to Findlay Market, Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market that has more than 50 full-time merchants. Eat at Metropole which puts spin on modern French and Italian cuisine. Sit down at Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey for a contemporary take on classic American frontier food. Stop by LuciusQ for BBQ. Find absolutely any food or ingredient possibly needed at Jungle Jim's International Market. Don't forget to stop for Skyline Chili at least once when visiting.

Stays: Sleep amongst art at 21c Museum Hotel. Relive the art-deco era of the 1930's at Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza.