USA · CINCINNATI TOURS
Good cincinnati tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ultimate Queen City Underground Tour in Cincinnati: street-level sights, tunnels, and a hidden crypt under St. Francis. Book early.
“Would highly recommend this tour. Very interesting and our guide was awesome! There's a lot of walking and stairs...FYI.”
Step into Cincinnati’s brewery caverns, hear the Over-the-Rhine story from guides like Miranda or Harrison, then finish with a Northern Row tasting.
“Our tour guide, Miranda was outstanding. She was quite knowledgable and made the tour fun. Northern Row was a great place to start and end the tour.”
Ohio River dinner cruise from Newport with buffet dinner, reserved seating, music, and Cincinnati skyline views. $70 per person.
“We all really enjoyed our dinner cruise and the boat's personnel were great. Food was very good. We have done this cruise several times and always love the experience!”
A 2-hour Ohio River riverboat cruise from Newport, KY with reserved seating, 3-course lunch, live music, and included coffee and tea.
“I loved the fact that there was enough seating on the upper decks. Many times there isn’t enough seating, but that was not the case with this trip. The food was good, the staff was friendly, the music was great and the cruise was enjoyable. It was a great time.”
Cincinnati streetcar food tour plus Findlay Market. Small group, 6 tastings, and an all-day rail pass for exploring neighborhoods.
“A wonderful way to get a taste of Cincinnati as well as learning a bit of history all while having a great time with those you are traveling with and a wonderful chance to meet new people. Beth was wonderful and accommodating to ensure all had an enjoyable time.”
A 2-hour BB Riverboats sunset cruise from Newport, Kentucky with skyline views, live DJ or band, and a relaxing Ohio River evening.
“Sightseeing Cruise was great! Staff was super friendly. DJ Dave was a lot of fun. Drinks were good and not expensive. Overall a fantastic time! Looking forward to going again.”
2-hour Ohio River vintage boat cruise in Cincinnati with a 3-course buffet lunch, coffee included, and live banjo music.
“Amazing! Such a neat little find. The lunch buffet was so tasty and even celiac accommodating! There was lots of entertainment and the view was beautiful.”
The Escape Game Cincinnati at The Banks, choose from five 60-minute missions, get guided hints, and try to escape together in downtown.
“We go to check in for our escape room and ut oh....it didn't link/go through when we booked online. The staff at the desk was super helpful and made sure we were still able to participate in our booked activity. He took our info and confirmation # and advised us we may be contacted and went over everything in full detail. We were soo appreciative of his understanding and willingness to make sure we had an amazing experience. But....it didn't stop there. Our host for the Escape room was amazing. Everything was explained really well and just fun atmosphere all together. She laughed with us and even put up a…”
Cincinnati food and sights tour with 6 tastings, Goetta and Belgium waffle, plus a full-day streetcar pass for easy day exploring.
“Mike was extremely knowledgeable and the food tour was as delicious! Would definitely recommend him and the tour!!!”
90-minute Ohio River sightseeing cruise from Newport with live captain commentary, music, and great views of Cincinnati and Kentucky.
“The river cruise experience was very pleasant. Boarding was well handled, and the staff aboard were so attentive. The vessel was well maintained and operated. The narrator’s description of the riverfront was clear and informative. This was a great way to get to know the area.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
