As one of the largest cities in Ohio, Cincinnati is a quaint riverside oasis renowned for its close access to both the Indiana and Kentucky borderlines. Whether you’re working in the Central Business District or just checking out the family-friendly attractions on Vine Street, there’s plenty to kick the morning off with. Know how you’ll get around before you jump into it, going all the way with a private sedan or simple with a quaint taxi or shared ride van lift. Stay close to the Cincinnati International Airport for a variety of airport hotels along Petersburg Road, home to 3-star stays like Marriott, Hampton Inn, and Country Inn., all of which offer airport shuttles as well as unique daytime & evening perks. You can also get around by staying close to the modern Cincinnati Bell Connector, installed in 2016 and offering a range of central drop-offs, from Findlay Market to Over-the-Rhine.
Make the day easy to look forward to by letting your instincts guide you, checking out typical tourist-friendly landmarks alongside eclectic oddities. Start with a walk through Findlay Market, home to long-time vendors and a seasonal farmers market bustling with local flavors, afterward going on a tour of the region’s art scene, exploring the masterworks & ornate gardens at Taft Museum of Art as much as the epoch-stretching artifacts housed at Cincinnati Art Museum, each one venturing past the culture of art and into the tendrils of human history. Find peace by going on a long walk through Krohn Conservatory at some point, looking forward to the city’s award-winning botanical garden before checking out the long river views and garden paths at Eden Park next-door. Top the evening off with a fancy dinner on Vine Street once you’re entertained, going ritzy with the French bistro at Jean-Robert’s Table or simple with street tacos & happy hour margaritas at Bakersfield OTR.