9 Cincinnati Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Ultimate Queen City Underground Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,221 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45Our pick

Walk from Washington Park through Over-the-Rhine, then head below street level into old brewery caverns and the crypt beneath St. Francis Catholic Church. Guides such as Miranda, Jordan, Harrison, Eric, and Patrick bring Cincinnati’s beer, immigration, church, and neighborhood stories to life.

“Jordan was an amazing tour guide! He was super knowledgable and enjoyable to be around. It was so cool being underground and learning about the history of Cincy!”

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2.Hidden Brewery Caverns Tour in Cincinnati with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,758 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49

Walk Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine district with guides such as Miranda, Harrison, or Breslin, then enter the Linck and Jackson brewery tunnels. You’ll see old Moerlein structures, hear local stories, pass Findlay Market and Rhinegeist, and finish with one Northern Row beer for adults 21 and over.

“My husband and I celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary. I had been looking into this tour for a while and thought it would something different for us to do on our anniversary. We absolutely loved it. Miranda, our tour guide with American Legacy Tours, was simply phenomenal. She was so knowledgeable, has a fantastic sense of humor, and made the tour worth the money. It was a wonderful experience. We are not from this area and only lived here for 2.5 years, so we learned so much about the city of Cincinnati. We will absolutely take some of friends and family on this tour as long as we can book…”

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3.Ohio River Cruise with Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,014 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

You’ll board BB Riverboats at Newport Landing for a two-hour evening cruise with reserved indoor seating, a buffet dinner, city views, and music. Choose a Captain’s, Admiral’s, or Sunday Family Dinner Cruise. Coffee, tea, iced tea, and water are included, while alcohol and soft drinks cost extra.

“the food was amazing. nice short little trip. great for the price. definitely will do again.”

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4.Riverboat Cruise with Lunch and Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 728 reviews · 2 hours · from $56

Board BB Riverboats at Newport Landing for a two-hour Ohio River cruise with a three-course buffet lunch, music, and local commentary. Banjo Bob has become a favorite entertainer, and you can move between the dining room and upper decks for views of Cincinnati, Newport, Ohio, and Kentucky.

“Everything was great! The only recommendation I would offer is to inform folks that you would start serving lunch at 1130.”

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5.Streetcar Food Tour and Findlay Market with Riverside Food Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 653 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend three hours with a local guide such as Beth, Laura, Marcia, or Terry, riding Cincinnati’s streetcar between downtown, Over-the-Rhine, and Findlay Market. Expect six food tastings, city history, murals, and an all-day streetcar pass. Vegetarian options require advance notice.

“Great city and people that give tour. Good food. Interesting facts and infomation. Beautiful pictueres.”

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6.Sunset Sightseeing Cruise on the Ohio River

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 615 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Best value

Board BB Riverboats at Newport Landing in Kentucky for a two-hour evening cruise past Cincinnati’s skyline. Expect outdoor seating, a bar, and music from a DJ or seasonal live band. The boat is wheelchair accessible, but there is no guided commentary.

“It was a beautiful evening weather perfect, I thought we would see the sunset since a sunset cruise.. but it had already set by the time we left. The city lights on the Ohio River were beautiful, I would recommend this cruise”

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7.The Escape Game Cincinnati: 60-Minute Adventures at The Banks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 546 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Choose Gold Rush, Prison Break, Special Ops, The Heist, or Playground at The Escape Game Cincinnati. A game guide briefs your team, offers hints, and leads a 60-minute challenge near the downtown riverfront. Hosts such as Joey, Mars, Katie, and Dagney help keep the mood friendly and fun.

“My wife and I did the Gold Rush and I must has it was way more fun than I expect!! I would highly recommend any of the rooms these are a lot of fun and test your thinking skills.”

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8.Top 10 Sites + Bites of Cincinnati Tour with Riverside Food Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 498 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Riverside Food Tours takes you through downtown Cincinnati, the Banks, Fountain Square, Over-the-Rhine, and Findlay Market with six tastings. Guides such as David, Jackie, and Mike mix local stories with food lore. Expect 45 to 60 minutes of walking, streetcar rides, and a maximum group of 14.

“Our whole group loved the food and sights tour! The guide, David, was fantastic. I live in Cincinnati and there were things I learned! Great day with our visitors from Thailand.”

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9.Historic Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 373 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35

Join BB Riverboats at Newport Landing for a 90-minute sightseeing cruise along the Ohio River. Your captain provides English commentary on Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, bridges, and river history, with music on some sailings, indoor seating, a cash bar, and snacks for purchase.

“One of the best time I have ever had, very relaxing and the caption describing the different sites”

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