Fountain Square

www.myfountainsquare.com 

The Fountain Square District the restaurant and entertainment hub of Cincinnati.  Open and inviting with garden-like landscaping, and home to the Genius of Water Fountain dedicated “To the people of Cincinnati” in 1871. Extending roughly three blocks etch way from the intersection of Fifth and Vine Streets, the “District” is the perfect place to wind down from a busy day, do some shopping, enjoy live entertainment, or dine at one of Cincinnati’s signature restaurants. Also located at Fountain Square is a 24’ x 42’ video screen that showcases the region’s proud history, provides information on current activities and events, broadcasts sporting events, and features short movies on occasion.  Lively programming enhanced by state-of-the-art technology gives visitors many reasons to return.

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

1-800-733-2077

www.cincymuseum.org

Housed in an historic art deco-style train station, this is one museum where just seeing the building is a must!  Museum features include renowned traveling exhibits, Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History and Science, and also an OmniMax Movie Theater. Hours: 10:00 am-5:00 pm Monday through Friday and 11:00 am-6:00 pm Sunday.

 

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
513-281-4700
www.cincyzoo.org
The Cincinnati Zoo was recently rated the #1 attraction locally and one of the top zoos in the nation by Zagat Survey.  It was recognized by Parents Magazine as #7 on the “Top 10 Best Zoos for Kids.” Over one million people visit the Zoo’s award-winning exhibits, and more than 500 animal and 3000 plant species.  The Cincinnati Zoo is also the first zoo in the country to open a 4-D theater.  Open seven days a week from 9:00 am-5:00pm 



Newport Aquarium
859-261-7444
www.newportaquarium.com
The Newport Aquarium showcases thousand of animal from around the world.  You will be amazed at what there is to see and do, including fun and interactive activities, like touching a shark or meeting a penguin.  Explore our 70 exhibits and 14 galleries, including five seamless acrylic tunnels totaling over 200 feet in length, featuring an amazing variety of aquatic life from around the world. Just look at what awaits you on your journey through the world's most exotic and exciting waterways


Contemporary Arts Center 

513-345-8400

www.contemporaryartscenter.org

For more than 65 years, the CAC has been a forum for progressive art and ideas serving the city of Cincinnati and the region. Founded in 1939 as the Modern Art Society by three visionary local women, the CAC was one of the first institutions in the United States dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art. In 2003, the CAC captured center stage with the opening of a spectacular new freestanding building designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Opens Friday at 10:00 am and weekends at 11:00 am. 513-345-8400.