Find History & Culture in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

American Classical Music Walk Of Fame

Downtown

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines... Read more

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines classical music, mobile technology, public spaces, and a dancing fountain.  An interactive classical music application that is integrated into a major urban park... Read More

Mainstrasse Village Tour

South > Riverfront

If you like strolling through a charming German Village, our Saturday morning Mainstrasse Village Tour is made for you!  We visit 5 locally owned restaurants,... Read more

If you like strolling through a charming German Village, our Saturday morning Mainstrasse Village Tour is made for you!  We visit 5 locally owned restaurants, plus enjoy a small glass of wine and  craft beer. Relax and enjoy a short walk to Goebel Park to see a 100 foot tall clock tower with an authentic German... Read More

Cincy Top Ten Tour

Downtown

Visiting Cincinnati?  This budget friendly tour is for you!  Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a... Read more

Visiting Cincinnati?  This budget friendly tour is for you!  Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a friendly local guide.  How do you do it all? You'll hop aboard the Cincinnati Streetcar (all day pass included).  When the tour concludes, you will have enjoyed a... Read More

Whitehall Plantation Museum

South > Southeast

Built in 1809 by Arthur Thome, Whitehall is listed on the national register as a part of the Underground Railroad. This private home features exquisite gardens, and rare... Read more

Built in 1809 by Arthur Thome, Whitehall is listed on the national register as a part of the Underground Railroad. This private home features exquisite gardens, and rare antique furniture. The highlights include gorgeous parlor sets by the revolutionary furniture maker, John Henry Belter, as well as pieces by the famous artisan... Read More

Museum at the Friends Home

North

Discover the history of early Quaker culture at the Friends Home Museum in Waynesville, Ohio's Quaker historical District. Originally constructed as a boarding house in... Read more

Discover the history of early Quaker culture at the Friends Home Museum in Waynesville, Ohio's Quaker historical District. Originally constructed as a boarding house in 1905, the Friends Home Museum features twenty-two rooms of exhibits, each highlighting a unique aspect of early Quaker life. Listed on the National Register of... Read More

Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour by Riverside Food Tours

Downtown

Cincinnati is rated one of the top 10 cities in the whole country to see and have we got the tour for you!  Whether you have lived here all your life or just... Read more

Cincinnati is rated one of the top 10 cities in the whole country to see and have we got the tour for you!  Whether you have lived here all your life or just visiting, the new streetcar is the way to see it all.  Receive the VIP treatment on this 3 hour tour, as we dine at 5-6 unique restaurants, sample craft beer, and... Read More

Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours

Downtown

Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to... Read more

Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to America’s largest set of historical landmarks. Visit buildings in the Gateway District that were home to over 130 saloons, bars and beer gardens, and theaters... Read More

Cincinnati Food Tours

Downtown

Whether you are looking for something sweet, savory, or to sip on, Cincinnati Food Tours has a tour just for you and your taste buds. Eat your way through numerous... Read more

Whether you are looking for something sweet, savory, or to sip on, Cincinnati Food Tours has a tour just for you and your taste buds. Eat your way through numerous Cincinnati neighborhoods with special stops along the way. Learn about the city's culture and more as you sample local fare and drinks.  Pick from any of the... Read More

Veterans Memorial of Boone County

South > Southwest

The Veterans Memorial of Boone County was conceived in 1995 when H.B. Deatherage, a Viet Nam veteran, was deeply moved by the fact that veterans in Boone County had no... Read more

The Veterans Memorial of Boone County was conceived in 1995 when H.B. Deatherage, a Viet Nam veteran, was deeply moved by the fact that veterans in Boone County had no place to heal wounds and memories of war. The names and etchings were brought to the forefront with beautiful black granite, making up the memorial honoring WWI... Read More

The Truth About Brewing Tour

Downtown

This tour focuses on brewing both past and present. You will start with a tour exploring the Linck lager tunnels. They will talk about how beer was made when the tunnels... Read more

This tour focuses on brewing both past and present. You will start with a tour exploring the Linck lager tunnels. They will talk about how beer was made when the tunnels where in use. Then tour Rhinegeist brewery and see how a state of the art craft brewery operates today. Finally you'll end this tour with an amazing Rhinegeist... Read More

Loveland Castle

East

There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and... Read more

There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and flowers to a family picnic by the river to admiring the collection of period weaponry on display. Harry Andrews built the stone castle in the 1920s on the bank... Read More

Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum

Downtown

The Reds Hall of Fame, which opened in 2004, is an interactive, historical museum dedicated to recognizing and celebrating Cincinnati Reds baseball. 

The Reds Hall of Fame, which opened in 2004, is an interactive, historical museum dedicated to recognizing and celebrating Cincinnati Reds baseball. 

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum

Uptown

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful... Read more

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful according to thousands of visitors every year. Its 733 acres offer the public a magnificent arboretum, open air museum and tranquil sanctuary just minutes away... Read More

Cincinnati History Museum

Downtown

The Public Landing is the first phase of permanent exhibits to reopen in The Cincinnati History Museum (part of Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal) following the... Read more

The Public Landing is the first phase of permanent exhibits to reopen in The Cincinnati History Museum (part of Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal) following the remarkable restoration work done to Union Terminal. The immersive experience transports visitors back in time to the mid-19th century, to the creak of paddle... Read More

U.S. Grant Schoolhouse

East

Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.

Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.

Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village

North

Gain a new understandingof early life on the Ohio Frontier with a walk through original Quaker buildings from the 1700s and early 1800s. Visitors of all ages are invited... Read more

Gain a new understandingof early life on the Ohio Frontier with a walk through original Quaker buildings from the 1700s and early 1800s. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in interactive and educational activities like Maple Sugar Camp, Harvest Festival, Civil War Encampment, and more!

Glendower Historic Mansion

North

Located on a hill overlooking downtown Lebanon, Glendower is one of the finest examples of residential Greek Revival architecture found in Ohio. This historic mansion... Read more

Located on a hill overlooking downtown Lebanon, Glendower is one of the finest examples of residential Greek Revival architecture found in Ohio. This historic mansion was erected in 1845 and was given the name “Glendower” by its original owner, John Milton Williams, to honor the Welsh prince and hero Owen Glendower. The house... Read More

Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum

East

Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum is a 501c3 organization focused on the history of General Aviation and Air Transport.    Visitors to the... Read more

Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum is a 501c3 organization focused on the history of General Aviation and Air Transport.    Visitors to the museum will learn about the history of Lunken Airport and other airports in the area dating back to the 1920’s. They will also learn about aircraft built in Cincinnati such... Read More

Cardboard Boat Museum

East

The Cardboard Boat Museum exists because of the annual Cardboard Boat Race on the Ohio River in New Richmond. The race draws thousands of spectators and well over 50 boats... Read more

The Cardboard Boat Museum exists because of the annual Cardboard Boat Race on the Ohio River in New Richmond. The race draws thousands of spectators and well over 50 boats each year. The Museum is located inside of an old gas station and features a wide variety of boats.

Cincinnati Observatory

Uptown

Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome... Read more

Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome National Historic Landmark buildings; one designed in 1873 by Samuel Hannaford, complement the institution's park-like setting.

Metamora's Horse-Drawn Canal Boat

West

Come to Metamora, Indiana and take a half hour excursion on the Ben Franklin III. Opens in May through Oct for rides. Wednesday - Sunday, at noon, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Rides... Read more

Come to Metamora, Indiana and take a half hour excursion on the Ben Franklin III. Opens in May through Oct for rides. Wednesday - Sunday, at noon, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Rides are dependent on canal conditions. For pricing and more information call 765-647-6512 The Ben Franklin III, launched in 1989, was designed and constructed in... Read More

William Howard Taft National Historic Site

Uptown

The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has... Read more

The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has been restored to its original appearance. A visit to the site includes a tour of the restored birthplace and four period rooms that reflect the family life... Read More

Cincinnati Craft Brewery 3-Stop Hop

This is a three-brewery tour and tasting experience. You get behind-the-scenes tours, history, trivia, prizes, and of course, fun! You will get plenty of beer, a giant... Read more

This is a three-brewery tour and tasting experience. You get behind-the-scenes tours, history, trivia, prizes, and of course, fun! You will get plenty of beer, a giant pretzel, tours of the breweries, a souvenir glass and education on how Cincinnati got to this point, dating all the way back to 1812. Presented by Cincy Brew Bus

Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum

South > Southwest

The Ft. Thomas Community Museum's mission is to preserve, interpret and celebrate the cultural significance of our city; and to educate the public on the importance of our... Read more

The Ft. Thomas Community Museum's mission is to preserve, interpret and celebrate the cultural significance of our city; and to educate the public on the importance of our community's heritage. Fort Thomas was an induction center during WWI and WWII and over 80,000 were signed up for military duty on this very site. Dozens of... Read More

American Sign Museum

Uptown

Take a walk down Memory Lane. The American Sign Museum takes you through a half century of sign history, beginning with the fancy goldleaf glass signs of the early 1900s,... Read more

Take a walk down Memory Lane. The American Sign Museum takes you through a half century of sign history, beginning with the fancy goldleaf glass signs of the early 1900s, through the pre-neon era of lightbulb signs, to neon's heydey in the 1930s-1940s, and on into the plastic era of the funky '50s. Guided tours are offered and... Read More

Big Bone Lick State Historic Site

South > Southwest

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with... Read more

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with swamps, the land that makes up Big Bone Lick had a combination of minerals and water that animals found difficult to resist.     For centuries great beasts of the... Read More

Mount Adams Walks

Uptown

On this guided walking tour of historic Mount Adams, you’ll visit the Immaculata Church, location of the annual Good Friday Pilgrimage, and learn where the US Weather... Read more

On this guided walking tour of historic Mount Adams, you’ll visit the Immaculata Church, location of the annual Good Friday Pilgrimage, and learn where the US Weather Bureau and American Astronomy were born. See the original Rookwood Pottery, the Passionist Monastery, Cincinnati’s oldest Irish pub and the site of the Mount... Read More

Vent Haven Museum

South > Southwest

Vent Haven Museum is the world's only museum of ventriloquial figures and memorabilia. The museum is in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, just 5 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Vent Haven Museum is the world's only museum of ventriloquial figures and memorabilia. The museum is in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, just 5 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Riverside Drive Statue Tour

South > Riverfront

Located in Covington’s Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood, the tour is comprised of seven life-like bronze statues of historical figures. Chief Little Turtle led a... Read more

Located in Covington’s Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood, the tour is comprised of seven life-like bronze statues of historical figures. Chief Little Turtle led a confederation of Miami, Delaware, and Shawnee. Simon Kenton was an early explorer. John James Audubon spent time here drawing and painting. Brought to America... Read More

Miller-Leuser Log House

East

Tour this 1796 historic log house furnished with 18th and 19th century antiques, the barn, outhouse and corn crib. Oldest log cabin in Hamilton County remaining on its... Read more

Tour this 1796 historic log house furnished with 18th and 19th century antiques, the barn, outhouse and corn crib. Oldest log cabin in Hamilton County remaining on its original site. Members of historical society will answer any questions. Appointments available. Closed November-May.

American Legacy Tours

Downtown

Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground &... Read more

Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours Newport Gangster Tour Under the Market & Ultimate Under the Market Tours 1919: The Year that Changed Baseball Cincinnati Wine &... Read More

Newport Gangster Tour

South > Riverfront

Explore the streets where the mob made their millions, gamblers lost their lives, and ladies of the night earned their reputations. Join our gangster guides for a raucous... Read more

Explore the streets where the mob made their millions, gamblers lost their lives, and ladies of the night earned their reputations. Join our gangster guides for a raucous, high energy presentation inside an old casino to explain the historic significance of Newport, and discover how this little town gave birth to the modern day... Read More

John Parker House

East

John Parker was a slave who had a desire for freedom which he eventually earned by paying his master for his freedom in 1845. John Parker came to Cincinnati and moved into... Read more

John Parker was a slave who had a desire for freedom which he eventually earned by paying his master for his freedom in 1845. John Parker came to Cincinnati and moved into a house near the Ohio River shore in Ripley, Ohio. He helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad. John Parker House... Read More

Behringer-Crawford Museum

South > Riverfront

From the ridiculous (BCM’s infamous two-headed calf) to the sublime (our fascinating collections), this family-friendly museum celebrates the unique arts, heritage and... Read more

From the ridiculous (BCM’s infamous two-headed calf) to the sublime (our fascinating collections), this family-friendly museum celebrates the unique arts, heritage and culture of Northern Kentucky as part of the Ohio Valley. Examine a mammoth fossil, take a ride through time with the beautifully restored 1892 streetcar “... Read More

Beyond the Bricks: Outdoor Building Tour of Cincinnati Music Hall

Downtown

Join us for a 60-minute outdoor tour of this National Historic Landmark conducted by the Friends of Music Hall's knowledgeable guides. FMH Outdoor Building Tour of... Read more

Join us for a 60-minute outdoor tour of this National Historic Landmark conducted by the Friends of Music Hall's knowledgeable guides. FMH Outdoor Building Tour of Music Hall explores Music Hall's history, the symbolism and design of the architecture, the challenges at every step of construction, and the people who made it... Read More

Tenement LIfe in North of Liberty

Downtown

Do you know what a tenement is or how people lived in them? Our North of Liberty tour takes participants through Over-the-Rhine, north of Liberty Street, paying special... Read more

Do you know what a tenement is or how people lived in them? Our North of Liberty tour takes participants through Over-the-Rhine, north of Liberty Street, paying special attention to how people lived in this neighborhood in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The tour focuses on the built environment including outdoor toilets,... Read More

Cincy Original Craft Brewery Tasting Tour

Downtown

Cincy Brew Bus' most popular brewery tour includes 4 stops with samples between 64-75 ounces of beer (16-18 ounces at each stop). Enjoy tastings, local history, pretzels... Read more

Cincy Brew Bus' most popular brewery tour includes 4 stops with samples between 64-75 ounces of beer (16-18 ounces at each stop). Enjoy tastings, local history, pretzels and a souvenir glass.  Presented by Cincy Brew Bus

BB Riverboats

South > Riverfront

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a... Read more

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a new opportunity—one centered on adventure, beauty, and discovery. They envisioned a journey where lasting memories would be created by the undeniable romance... Read More

1919: The Year that Changed Baseball

Downtown

American Legacy Tours, in conjunction with the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum are proud to present the new 1919: The year that changed baseball walking tour of... Read more

American Legacy Tours, in conjunction with the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum are proud to present the new 1919: The year that changed baseball walking tour of downtown Cincinnati, celebrating Cincinnati’s central role in shaping the game of baseball. This tour focuses on the events and activities surrounding the controversial... Read More

Tenement Life South of Liberty

Downtown

Have you ever wondered what changed when Cincinnatians stepped over the canal and into Over-the-Rhine? Our South of Liberty tour weaves visitors through the stories of... Read more

Have you ever wondered what changed when Cincinnatians stepped over the canal and into Over-the-Rhine? Our South of Liberty tour weaves visitors through the stories of Over-the-Rhine's earliest residents between the Miami-Ohio Canal (now Central Parkway) and Liberty Street. Starting in the early 1800s with stories of German... Read More

Cincinnati Heritage Programs Tours

Downtown

Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the... Read more

Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the surrounding communities. Rotunda Tours are FREE and are offered Saturdays at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and Sundays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Celebrate Union Terminal’s... Read More

Cincinnati Scavenger Hunt: True America

Downtown

After the American Revolution, one of Ohio's greatest cities was born. On this fun-filled Cincinnati scavenger hunt, we make a loop around the Central Business District in... Read more

After the American Revolution, one of Ohio's greatest cities was born. On this fun-filled Cincinnati scavenger hunt, we make a loop around the Central Business District in search of storied buildings, epic sculptures and great green spaces. How do you make a fountain square? Which U.S. president hangs out in Lytle Park? Find... Read More

The All-American Food Tour in Pendleton

Downtown

Get off the beaten path in Over-the-Rhine and explore the adjoining neighborhood of Pendleton. Discover a side of Over-the-Rhine where long-time residents and artists co-... Read more

Get off the beaten path in Over-the-Rhine and explore the adjoining neighborhood of Pendleton. Discover a side of Over-the-Rhine where long-time residents and artists co-exist with emerging eateries and entertainment venues. Your $65 ticket includes enough food for lunch, one craft cocktail sample, and one locally brewed craft... Read More

The Betts House

Downtown

Built in 1804, the Betts House, Ohio's oldest brick house, is located in the Betts-Longworth Historic District near downtown Cincinnati.  The Betts House offers... Read more

Built in 1804, the Betts House, Ohio's oldest brick house, is located in the Betts-Longworth Historic District near downtown Cincinnati.  The Betts House offers exhibits and public programs on architecture, historic preservation, and building technologies. Tours of the house showcase its history and construction.  An ongoing... Read More

Campbell County Log Cabin Museum

South > Southeast

This museum is a privately built and owned non-profit museum. The mission of this museum is "to educate today's generation about yesterday's rural Campbell County; 1845... Read more

This museum is a privately built and owned non-profit museum. The mission of this museum is "to educate today's generation about yesterday's rural Campbell County; 1845 through about 1965." The museum consists of two re-constructed log cabins, which were built before the Civil War. From 1982 to 1996, both cabins were rebuilt by... Read More

Roebling Bridge Tour

South > Riverfront

Do you love sightseeing, history and good food?  Choose this 3 hour Roebling Bridge Food and Culture tour for spectacular views of both sides of the Ohio River... Read more

Do you love sightseeing, history and good food?  Choose this 3 hour Roebling Bridge Food and Culture tour for spectacular views of both sides of the Ohio River including the riverfront murals.  Be seated, served and treated like a VIP at 5 unique restaurants where you'll feast on generous servings of their best signature... Read More

Newport is Haunted

South > Riverfront

Enjoy a spooky good time exploring the streets of Newport where cloaked guides will lead you by lantern-light and enthrall you with tales of murder, suicide and even... Read more

Enjoy a spooky good time exploring the streets of Newport where cloaked guides will lead you by lantern-light and enthrall you with tales of murder, suicide and even decapitation. Learn the horrifying origin of Bobby Mackey’s wicked haunting and discover the details around several of Newport’s vicious and unsolved crimes.... Read More

Riverfront Floodwall Mural Tour

South > Riverfront

Led by artist Robert Dafford, a team of artists created a magnificent illustration of the history of Covington. Depicting a variety of scenes from the meeting of General... Read more

Led by artist Robert Dafford, a team of artists created a magnificent illustration of the history of Covington. Depicting a variety of scenes from the meeting of General George Rogers Clark, Simon Kenton, and Daniel Boone on the mouth of the Licking River to Jacob Price, a local African American leader of the late 1800s, the... Read More

Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine

Downtown

Variety is the spice of life!  That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour.  Visit six different... Read more

Variety is the spice of life!  That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour.  Visit six different local restaurants and enjoy a cocktail on this 3 hour walking tour.  See beautiful architecture from the 1800's and colorful murals reflecting Cincinnati's culture &... Read More

German Heritage Museum

North

The German Heritage Museum serves as the focal point in presenting and displaying German-American culture. This museum is the first of its kind in the region, and a... Read more

The German Heritage Museum serves as the focal point in presenting and displaying German-American culture. This museum is the first of its kind in the region, and a testament to the many contributions German immigrants and their descendants have made toward the building of the Ohio Valley and America. The museum focuses... Read More