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Cincinnati Family Travel Guide

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Cincinnati Zoo Elephant Bath (courtesy, CCVB)
Cincinnati Zoo Elephant Bath (courtesy, CCVB)


Cincinnati Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: 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

Cincinnati Overview

By Travel Expert: 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.

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Hotels

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Cincinnatian Hotel
601 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Distance: 5.1 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.3 out of 5 15 reviews
4.3 out of 5
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Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
35 West Fifth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Distance: 5.2 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.6 out of 5 19 reviews
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Northeast
9365 Waterstone Blvd.
Cincinnati, OH 45249
Distance: 12.7 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.8 out of 5 4 reviews
4.8 out of 5
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Attractions

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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine St
Cincinnati, Ohio Map
Distance: 3.1 Miles (from destination center)
Description:

More than 125 years old, this 75-acre zoo is... Read More

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Newport Aquarium
One Aquarium Way
Newport, Kentucky 41071 Map
Distance: 5.2 Miles (from destination center)
Description: The Newport Aquarium displays 60 exhibits with... Read More
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Kings Island
Kings Island Drive
Mason, Ohio 45034-0901
Distance: 17.2 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Amusement park featuring 12 roller coasters,... Read More
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Cincinnati Vacation Rentals


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