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Cincinnati Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

  • Stroll through the top-rated Cincinnati Zoo.
  • Take a swing at the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum.
  • Learn about the struggle for freedom at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.
  • Cross the Purple People Bridge into Kentucky and pet sea creatures at the Newport Aquarium.
  • Take a train ride with Dora the Explorer at Paramount's Kings Island's new Nickelodeon Universe.

Family Overview: Cincinnati, Ohio

By Candyce H. Stapen
Situated on the Civil War border between Free and Slave states, Cincinnati has been a hub of commerce and culture at the midpoint of the Ohio River for more than 200 years. And from historical museums to modern sporting action, there's plenty for families to see and to do in the city and surrounding area. Read More

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Hotels

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Cincinnatian Hotel

601 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202 Map

Distance: 0.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza

35 West Fifth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202 Map

Distance: 0.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Northeast

9365 Waterstone Blvd.
Cincinnati, OH 45249 Map

Distance: 18.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Attractions

Newport Aquarium

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One Aquarium Way
Newport, Kentucky 41071

Distance: 1.1 mi. (from destination center)

Description: The Newport Aquarium displays 60 exhibits with aquatic life from every continent and ocean.Features include Rivers of the World gallery and Shore Gallery.... Read More
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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

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3400 Vine St
Cincinnati, Ohio

Distance: 3.0 mi. (from destination center)

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More than 125 years old, this 75-acre zoo is America's second oldest and one of its best.... Read More

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Kings Island

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Kings Island Drive
Mason, Ohio 45034-0901

Distance: 22.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Amusement park featuring 12 roller coasters, including the world's first suspended roller coaster, and such attractions as Hanna Barbara Land and the "Licensed to Kill" James Bond action show.... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Cincinnati

Distance (mi.)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport 8.3 map
James Cox Dayton International Airport 57.8 map
Louisville Standiford Field 91.3 map

Other Smaller Airports near Cincinnati

Distance (mi.)
Lexington Blue Grass Airport 73.9 map
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport 98.1 map
Huntington Ashland/Milton/Tri-State Airport 119.0 map

Cincinnati Vacation Rentals

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First Farm Inn

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
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7 Bedroom VACATION HOME in CINCINNATI, OH

Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Hot Tub, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Stereo
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4 Bedroom VACATION HOME in CINCINNATI, OH

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 16
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishes, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Internet Access, Lakefront, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Refrigerator, Restaurant, TV, Towels, VCR
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