Cincinnati and Covington Guidebook
Sightseeing
This is a local favorite and is right around the corner from the apartment. This park offers walking trails, amazing views of the city, and a golf course.
69 locals recommend
Devou Park
1201 Park DrThis is a local favorite and is right around the corner from the apartment. This park offers walking trails, amazing views of the city, and a golf course.
This is a beautiful place to overlook the city from the other side of the river and is great for blooms in the Springtime!
157 locals recommend
Eden Park
950 Eden Park DrThis is a beautiful place to overlook the city from the other side of the river and is great for blooms in the Springtime!
Washington Park is a great place to enjoy a take-out dinner or even a "drive-in" movie (offered in the summer months). This is a local favorite with a great view of Cincinnati's historic Music Hall.
221 locals recommend
Washington Park
1230 Elm StWashington Park is a great place to enjoy a take-out dinner or even a "drive-in" movie (offered in the summer months). This is a local favorite with a great view of Cincinnati's historic Music Hall.
Food scene
This little bar offers fresh food and live music from local musicians in a quaint and neighborly setting.
28 locals recommend
Wunderbar!
1132 Lee StThis little bar offers fresh food and live music from local musicians in a quaint and neighborly setting.
Frida's is a favorite of mine! They have unique Mexican fare, gorgeous decorations, and super friendly staff. Outside seating is available and this restaurant is located 10 minutes from the apartment.
42 locals recommend
Frida 602
602 Main StFrida's is a favorite of mine! They have unique Mexican fare, gorgeous decorations, and super friendly staff. Outside seating is available and this restaurant is located 10 minutes from the apartment.
Another favorite of mine, Otto's has been a Covington fave for years. This restaurant is a little fancier than the others that I have mentioned, but is a great place for a cocktails and delicious food!
43 locals recommend
Otto's
521 Main StAnother favorite of mine, Otto's has been a Covington fave for years. This restaurant is a little fancier than the others that I have mentioned, but is a great place for a cocktails and delicious food!
Scotti's has been around Cincinnati for over 100 years and is an absolute must-visit. Their Italian food is classic, delicious, and never disappoints!
6 locals recommend
Scotti's Italian Restaurant
919 Vine StScotti's has been around Cincinnati for over 100 years and is an absolute must-visit. Their Italian food is classic, delicious, and never disappoints!
Another local favorite and favorite of mine. Only open during the summer months, but absolutely worth the visit!
Sweet Tooth
125 W 11th StAnother local favorite and favorite of mine. Only open during the summer months, but absolutely worth the visit!
Agave & Rye
635 Madison AveUnusual tacos galore and wonderful cocktails!
Historic donut shop on Vine Street in Cincinnati! One of my favorites!
52 locals recommend
Holtman's Donut Shop
Vine StreetHistoric donut shop on Vine Street in Cincinnati! One of my favorites!
Wabi Sabi Covington
508 Madison AveDelicious sushi and Asian cuisine for an affordable price!
A local and historic favorite--one of the only bars in Cincinnati operated during Prohibition (shhh!!)--with delicious food and drinks and even local live music every once in a while.
21 locals recommend
Madonna's Bar and Grill
210 E 8th StA local and historic favorite--one of the only bars in Cincinnati operated during Prohibition (shhh!!)--with delicious food and drinks and even local live music every once in a while.
Delicious coffee and a great atmosphere for work or catching up with a friend!
21 locals recommend
Carabello Coffee Company
107 E 9th StDelicious coffee and a great atmosphere for work or catching up with a friend!
York Street Cafe was not listable in the guidebook, but is a favorite of mine! I have been going here for years and am never disappointed with the quality of the service or food. Highly recommended!
York Street
York StreetYork Street Cafe was not listable in the guidebook, but is a favorite of mine! I have been going here for years and am never disappointed with the quality of the service or food. Highly recommended!
Museums
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine StGreat for families and little ones!
A local favorite, Krohn Conservatory is a great place for plant lovers and art fans alike! Over holidays, they often have special events and exhibits.
137 locals recommend
Krohn Conservatory
1501 Eden Park DrA local favorite, Krohn Conservatory is a great place for plant lovers and art fans alike! Over holidays, they often have special events and exhibits.
A local favorite and great place to view art exhibits. Visit their website to learn more about current exhibits!
263 locals recommend
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park DrA local favorite and great place to view art exhibits. Visit their website to learn more about current exhibits!
This is a favorite of mine and is right downtown, located near a great restaurant, Nada. The CAC has an interactive level on the top floor that is great for kids and adults alike!
118 locals recommend
Contemporary Arts Center
44 E 6th StThis is a favorite of mine and is right downtown, located near a great restaurant, Nada. The CAC has an interactive level on the top floor that is great for kids and adults alike!
A great place for both kids and adults. Really something to see!
247 locals recommend
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western AveA great place for both kids and adults. Really something to see!
Newport Aquarium
1 Levee WayGreat for kids!
Neighborhoods
Covington is the perfect mix of big city and small town rolled into one, with lots of opportunity for cultural submersion. Covington has so many options for food, drinks, and outdoor spaces.
35 locals recommend
Covington
Covington is the perfect mix of big city and small town rolled into one, with lots of opportunity for cultural submersion. Covington has so many options for food, drinks, and outdoor spaces.
Cincinnati is right across the Ohio River and has so much history for such a big city. There is so much to explore here!
65 locals recommend
Cincinnati
Cincinnati is right across the Ohio River and has so much history for such a big city. There is so much to explore here!
This is a hip and happening spot in Cincinnati, complete with boutiques, home design stores, restaurants, and bars! I highly recommend taking a day to spend shopping and eating along Vine St.
Vine Street
Vine StreetThis is a hip and happening spot in Cincinnati, complete with boutiques, home design stores, restaurants, and bars! I highly recommend taking a day to spend shopping and eating along Vine St.
Theatres
Another great location to catch a show in Cincinnati and is almost always doing fairy tale reenactments. Another favorite of mine!
41 locals recommend
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
1120 Jackson StAnother great location to catch a show in Cincinnati and is almost always doing fairy tale reenactments. Another favorite of mine!
A beautiful theatre with great shows that are very kid friendly--I've been taking my daughter here for years! Check their website for more info.
89 locals recommend
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut StA beautiful theatre with great shows that are very kid friendly--I've been taking my daughter here for years! Check their website for more info.