Cincinnati City Tour (Call to check availability on other days.)
$50 • 2 hours • An introduction to Cincinnati attractions
Overview
Activity details
Our Cincinnati City Tour is designed to help you get to know Downtown Cincinnati, The Banks, and Over-the-Rhine. During the 2-hour experience, your guide escorts you on and off the Cincinnati streetcar as we highlight popular attractions along the route.
What's included
- Typical stops include Fountain Square, Smale Riverfront Park, Washington Park, and Findlay Market.
- Price for this private tour experience is $50 per person. Call 513-602-5602 to ask adding food and drink. No charge for children accompanying adults.
- This is a personalized tour designed just for you. Your guide can offer insight into your areas of interest, whether you are looking for a general introduction to our region or focusing on more specific topics like local history, art and architecture, recreation, or the culinary scene.
- Since we walk several blocks between streetcar stops, this tour is not recommended for those who have trouble walking. However, the streetcar is fully accessible. Contact us with specific questions.
- Our Cincinnati City Tour is designed for individuals, couples, and small groups. Call 513-602-5602 to discuss larger groups, corporate outings, or special circumstances.
- This tour typically originates at Findlay Market. However, let us know if you prefer to start at Fountain Square or another downtown location. We recommend allowing 2-3 hours for the entire activity.
- Please make your reservations at least 48 hours ahead of your desired tour time. We will contact you to confirm the most convenient starting time.
What's not included
Food and drink available for additional purchase along the route. Gratuity for guide is not included but greatly appreciated.
Itinerary
- Introduction to Cincinnati's historic Findlay Market.
- Ride the Connector (streetcar) to Fountain Square to learn more about Downtown Cincinnati.
- Walk (or ride) to The Banks to explore the neighborhood along the riverfront.
- Ride the Connector from The Banks to Washington Park.
- See such attractions as Music Hall, Great American Ball Park, Artworks murals, historic architecture, and more.
- Visit an historic church redesigned as a modern day restaurant and brewpub called Mellotone Beer Project. Your guide will provide a snack. You are welcome to purchase additional drinks.
- Although the tour concludes at Mellotone, your guide will be happy to suggest other activities, restaurants, or alternative routes to return to your hotel.
Highlights
You will have a friendly guide who is passionate about living and working in Cincinnati. You can receive personal recommendations about where to eat, things to do, and other cultural events. You will get to know the Cincinnati Connector route and procedures so you can enjoy other activities along the streetcar line. The best way to feel like a local is to spend a couple hours with Cincinnati Food Tours!
Additional information
Check-in details
Your guide will meet you at the Market Center inside the main building at Findlay Market, 1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. If you prefer another downtown meeting spot, just contact Barb at barb@cincinnatifoodtours.com at least 24 hours ahead of your tour.
What to bring
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Bring an umbrella if skies look threatening.
Special requirements
Let us know if you have accessibility questions. We can adjust our route accordingly.
Restrictions
Please call 513-602-5602 if you have questions about whether the tour is suitable for you.
Disclaimers
In case of dangerous weather or torrential rain that may spoil the fun, we reserve the right to cancel the tour and refund your payment.
Cancellations
You may get a full refund within 24 hours of purchasing. We have a "Common Sense" cancellation policy and try to be reasonable when issues arise. However, we usually do not offer refunds since our merchants are reimbursed for samples based on the number of tickets purchased. For extenuating circumstances, call 513-602-5602. We reserve the right to cancel due to the threat of dangerous weather or torrential downpours that may ruin the fun. If such a case arises, we will contact you to reschedule or convert your purchase to a gift card that can be used any time for any tour. For our out-of-town visitors, we will offer refunds if weather disrupts our plans.