What To Do While In Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati is the third largest city in the state of Ohio, with it being the 56th largest city in the United States. It consists of a large metropolitan area that also includes parts of Kentucky and Indiana. The city has one of the largest collections of nineteenth-century Italianate architecture in America, which is mainly found north of downtown. Cincinnati is home to major-league sports including the Cincinnati Reds, and the Cincinnati Bengals. Don't worry if you are not a sports fan, there are a lot of other activities to do in the city besides watching a game.

Cincinnati was the first city in America to have a fully paid professional fire department. It is no surprise that there is a museum. It is known as the Cincinnati Fire Museum. Inside you will find artifacts from the area's firefighters that were taken from past and present time. The museum also has an interactive exhibit that allows guests to touch and feel a fire engine cab by ringing the bell, turning on the lights, and blasting the siren. The museum is located in a firehouse that was built in 1907. There is an admission fee to enter, but is well worth it, especially if you ever dreamt of being a firefighter.

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is well worth a visit. It is the second oldest zoo in the United States, opening in 1875. The zoo has been rated one of the top in the country, and also is world renowned for its breeding programs, especially for Cheetahs. There is over 700 species currently at the zoo. Some of the exhibits include Manatee Springs, which focuses on Florida marine life. Another exhibit is the Lords of the Arctic which showcases Polar Bears. The zoo is open at different hours depending on what time of year it is, so check ahead of time. There is also an admission fee. It is well worth it, because you get to see one of the oldest zoos around.

The city has more than 100 parks, offering hiking trails, floral landscapes, and picnic areas. Some parks that are worth spending time at include Sawyer Point, Ault Park, Eden Park, and Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park. Sawyer Point is where many parties happen in the city. Radio stations offer free concerts at the park during the summer. If into biking and jogging, Ault Park is a great spot. The park also has a 4th of July celebration which includes music and fireworks. At Eden Park you will find numerous buildings to explore including the Cincinnati Art Museum, and the Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory. Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park was named after the first African American city mayor and is a perfect spot for celebrations and events. It includes an earth sculpture that is in the form of two locking hands, a serpentine-shaped sitting wall, and a bike trail, plus more!

Cincinnati was once considered the first true American city, because it didn't have the European influences that the East Coast had. The city is rich in history which shows in their buildings and tourist attractions. There is always something happening in the city, so plan ahead and make sure to take the time for some relaxation while on your trip by visiting the areas beautiful parks.