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Bequeathing you with the taste of quaint European neighborhoods right in the midst of Ohio, Cincinnati is a charm you will want to keep getting gripped by. With something for everyone to do, the city does not cease to entertain you with its plethora of attractions including the fantastic Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, the mesmerizing Coney Island and much more. While all these may come at a price, there is a gamut of free things to do whether you stay in Cincinnati or just visiting. As someone rightly said, “Money can’t buy happiness”, here’s a list of sights and attractions that you can behold without shedding a penny!
- 21c Museum Hotel
This can be a great stint with modern art if you are not too familiar with the concept. Head over to the 21c Museum Hotel and you will be greeted with some fine exhibits of modern art, both permanent as well as temporary. Sprawling across two floors, this edgy museum is definitely not to be missed. What’s more? It is open 24 hours!
Where? 609 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- Smale Riverfront Park
Not only for the amazing amenities this park features – beautiful fountains, scenic walkways, delightful playgrounds and much more, the Smale Riverfront Park is a front-runner for free activities and events! Sprawling across 45 acres, the park features various attractions seasonally. Some of which include the Carol Ann’s Carousel and water playgrounds in the summers as well music festivals all year around.
Where? 100 Ted Berry Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- Fountain Square
One of the most bustling things to do in Cincinnati literally any time of the day, the Fountain square will never disappoint you. Salsa classes on Thursday evenings and great music, to even markets that fill up the entire space on other days, Fountain Square can sum up to be your one-stop destination for free activities. The ice skating rink in the winters here is another highlight of this square.
Where? 520 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- S&S Western Bowl
This one’s, especially, for the little ones. S&S Western Bowl along with other popular bowling avenues in Cincinnati including the likes of Colerain Bowl and Heid Bowling Lanes, host free bowling for kids. Just register online with their respective websites and you are good to go!
Where? 6383 Glenway Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211, USA
- Carew Tower Observation Deck
Fancy a view of the European pitched roofs from a height or just to see the city from another perspective? Head to the Carew Tower Observation Deck! Once the tallest building in the city, the observation deck today stands as a vantage point bequeathing visitors with panoramic views of Cincinnati from the 49th floor.
Where? 41 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- Free movies at parks
What’s not to love about an activity that hits you with nostalgia or just a way to heighten your lazy afternoon? Parks across Cincinnati including Washington Park and Eden Park host free movie events in the summer months. As these also showcase special movies for kids, both you and your little one have something to look forward to!
Where?
- Washington Park: 1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- 950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
With this list, you have Cincinnati beckoning… So get, set, going!