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Self Guided Walking Tour of Cincinnati

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About this activity

Are you looking for a way to see Cincinnati without joining a tour group? Explore Cincinnati - otherwise known as Queen City, Queen of the West, and Porkopolis - at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.

Cincinnati was one of the first frontier towns in America‘s west. It claims to have had the first professional baseball team, the First professional fire fighting brigade, the first reinforced steel skyscraper. On this walking tour, you‘ll be introduced to this city of firsts and its rich history by Phil, an experienced tour producer and working actor.

Stroll through the city‘s revitalized downtown area, taking in the beautiful sprawling Smale Riverfront Park, the glorious John A Roebling Suspension Bridge, and the newly developed Banks area. From there, it's onto exploring more of the urban core of the town.

Take this self-guided audio tour to explore what makes Cincinnati an early frontier city still steeped in history today.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Food and drink

Itinerary

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Passing by

Begin your tour in front of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, where you'll hear about Cincinnati's role in aiding fugitive slaves across the Ohio River. Admission to the center is not included.
Stop 2

Passing by

Pass by Paycor Stadium, a prominent sports venue in Cincinnati, known for hosting various events and games. Note that admission is not included.
Smale Riverfront Park

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Stroll through the beautiful Smale Riverfront Park, enjoying its green spaces and river views. No admission is required to visit the park.
Stop 4

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Pass by the "Sing the Queen City" sign, a popular spot for photos and city pride. There is no admission fee to view the sign.
Roebling Suspension Bridge

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Walk across the iconic John A Roebling Suspension Bridge, marveling at its engineering and views of the Ohio River. No admission is required to cross the bridge.
Stop 6

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Pass by the Black Brigade of Cincinnati Monument, honoring the African American men who helped defend the city during the Civil War. There is no admission fee to view the monument.
Stop 7

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Pass by the Moerlein Lager House, a historic brewery known for its craft beer. Note that admission is not included.
Great American Ball Park

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Pass by the Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Note that admission is not included.
Stop 9

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Walk past Queen City Square, a prominent skyscraper in Cincinnati's skyline. There is no admission fee to view the building.
Christ Church Cathedral

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Pass by Christ Church Cathedral, a historic Episcopal church in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Stop 11

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Stroll through the Lytle Park Historic District, admiring its architecture and green spaces. There is no admission fee to visit the park.
Stop 12

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Pass by the University Club of Cincinnati, a private social club founded in 1879. Admission is restricted to members only.
Stop 13

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Pass by the Queen City Club, another private social club located in downtown Cincinnati. Admission is restricted to members only.
Stop 14

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Pass by Skyline Chili, a famous Cincinnati chili restaurant known for its unique chili recipes. No admission is required to view the restaurant.
Duke Energy Convention Center

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Pass by Duke Energy's facilities in Cincinnati, a major energy provider in the region.
Stop 16

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Pass by the Ingalls Building, the world's first reinforced concrete skyscraper. No admission is required to view the building.
Carew Tower

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Pass by the Carew Tower, an Art Deco skyscraper offering panoramic city views. Admission to the observation deck is not included.
Stop 18

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Pass by the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, a historic hotel known for its Art Deco architecture. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Stop 19

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Pass by the Fifth Third Center, a modern office building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the building.
Fountain Square

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Stroll through Fountain Square, a popular public space in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to visit the square.
Stop 21

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Admire the Tyler Davidson Fountain, a prominent landmark in Fountain Square. No admission is required to view the fountain.
Stop 22

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Pass by The Cincinnatian Hotel, a historic hotel in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Stop 23

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Pass by the Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building, a historic telecommunications facility. No admission is required to view the building.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains

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Pass by the Cathedral Basilica of St Peter in Chains, a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Issac M. Wise Temple

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Pass by the Isaac M Wise Temple, a historic synagogue in Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Stop 26

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Pass by Cincinnati City Hall, a historic government building in downtown Cincinnati. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Cincinnati Fire Museum

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Pass by the Cincinnati Fire Museum, a museum dedicated to firefighting history. Admission is not included.
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company

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Pass by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, a theater company specializing in Shakespearean productions. Admission to performances is not included.
Stop 29

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Pass by The Transept, a historic event venue located in Washington Park. No admission is required to view the exterior.
Washington Park

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Stroll through Washington Park, a public park in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. No admission is required to visit the park.
Cincinnati Music Hall

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End your tour at the Cincinnati Music Hall, a historic performance venue and home to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Admission to performances is not included.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour starts in front of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center (50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202), and then you'll head south to explore the vast Smale Riverfront Park.

End point

The tour ends at the Cincinnati Music Hall.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

3. Create an account

4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
On this walking tour, you'll spend your time walking past the listed attractions, not stopping at them