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50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati
Sawyer Point Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

1. Sawyer Point Park

9.0
705 E Pete Rose Way (at Eggleston Ave.), Cincinnati, OH
Park · Central Business District · 18 tips and reviews

Melanie W.Melanie Wissel: Large playgrounds and picnic tables

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

2. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum

6.4
1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd, Hamilton, OH
Sculpture Garden · 9 tips and reviews

Chris R.Chris Radcliffe: This could be the greatest [if only] reason to visit Hamilton, Ohio. Be sure to visit the museum, 'Adam's First Breath' and walk the trails. This is a really nice, clean area to visit and have fun.

Graeter's Ice Cream is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

3. Graeter's Ice Cream

8.9
511 Walnut St (at Fountain Sq), Cincinnati, OH
Ice Cream Parlor · Central Business District · 37 tips and reviews

Jenni H.Jenni H: The black raspberry chocolate chip ice cream is their specialty and the best tasting ice cream I've ever tasted.

Big Bone Lick State Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

4. Big Bone Lick State Park

8.0
3380 Beaver Rd, Union, KY
State or Provincial Park · 9 tips and reviews
Loveland Castle is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

5. Loveland Castle

7.6
12025 Shore Dr, Loveland, OH
Castle · 12 tips and reviews
Duke Energy Children's Museum At Union Terminal is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

6. Duke Energy Children's Museum At Union Terminal

8.4
1300 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Museum · 6 tips and reviews

David G.David G.: Awesome place for the kids!

7. Drake Planetarium

7.9
2020 Sherman Ave (Montgomery Rd), Norwood, OH
Planetarium · 1 tip

NASANASA: Visit the 70 seat planetarium at the Drake Center or have the planetarium come to you! The Traveling Galaxy Show supports up to 25 students and is perfect for individualized instruction and learning. Read more.

Skyline Chili is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

8. Skyline Chili

8.7
290 Ludlow Ave (at Clifton Ave), Cincinnati, OH
American Restaurant · Clifton · 57 tips and reviews

Byron S.Byron Smith: You can't come to Cincy without stopping here. Best Skyline location of them all, hands down.

Bonnybrook Farms is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

9. Bonnybrook Farms

3779 State Route 132, Clarksville, OH
Farm · No tips or reviews
Taft Theatre is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

10. Taft Theatre

8.5
317 E 5th St (Broadway), Cincinnati, OH
Performing Arts Venue · Central Business District · 21 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Check out a performance of the Children's Theatre of Cincinnati. Kid-friendly shows put on by professional actors. Read more.

Lebanon Mason & Monroe Train Station is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

11. Lebanon Mason & Monroe Train Station

6.8
127 S Mechanic St (at South St), Lebanon, OH
Rail Station · 3 tips and reviews
Blue Manatee Children's Books is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

12. Blue Manatee Children's Books

3054 Madison Road Oakley Square, Cincinnati, OH
Bookstore · Oakley · 5 tips and reviews
Parky's Wetland Adventure - Woodland Mound Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

13. Parky's Wetland Adventure - Woodland Mound Park

8250 Old Kellogg Rd., Cincinnati, OH
Water Park · No tips or reviews

Carla G.Carla G.: Take your 2-12 year olds to the water park for $2 each or 3 for $5. Open 11am-7pm until September

Devou Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

14. Devou Park

9.0
Devou Park, Covington, KY
Park · 16 tips and reviews

Mendy K.Mendy Kelley: If you ever want to capture a beautiful sight of downtown Cincinnati, you need to head to Devou Park. It is magnificent

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

15. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

9.2
3400 Vine St (at Erkenbrecher Ave), Cincinnati, OH
Zoo · Avondale · 105 tips and reviews
EnterTRAINment Junction is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

16. EnterTRAINment Junction

8.4
7379 Squire Ct (at Kingsgate Way), West Chester, OH
Museum · 20 tips and reviews

Discover OhioDiscover Ohio: Kids will love 5,000 square foot play area complete with a climbing structure, train themed interactive games, and much more.

Kings Island is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

17. Kings Island

9.0
6300 Kings Island Dr (at Western Row Rd), Mason, OH
Amusement Park · 212 tips and reviews

Rachel R.Rachel R: Go to Kings Island and ride The Beast at night. It's amazing!

Mainstrasse Village is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

18. Mainstrasse Village

7.6
6th and Main, Covington, KY
Bar · 9 tips and reviews

Jen H.Jen Huffman: While you're here stop and have lunch/dinner and drinks on the patio at Cock and Bull and try the garden burger on an english muffin! Delish!

Loveland Bike Trail is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

19. Loveland Bike Trail

9.0
206 Railroad Ave (E Loveland Ave.), Loveland, OH
Hiking Trail · 6 tips and reviews
The Cone is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

20. The Cone

8.3
6855 Tylersville Rd, West Chester, OH
Ice Cream Parlor · 28 tips and reviews

Chris A.Chris Anderson: Go to the Cone on a warm day and try the Buckeye Parfait

Great American Ball Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

21. Great American Ball Park

9.2
100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH
Baseball Stadium · 227 tips and reviews
Blooms & Berries Farm Market is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

22. Blooms & Berries Farm Market

7.6
9669 S State Route 48, Maineville, OH
Garden · 2 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: The good news: the hayride is one of the longest I've ever been on. The bad news: the hayride is one of the longest I've ever been on.

Newport Aquarium is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

23. Newport Aquarium

8.6
1 Aquarium Way (Newport on the Levee), Newport, KY
Aquarium · 75 tips and reviews

Global Business SolutionsGlobal Business Solutions: One of the best, most family-friendly venues in all of Cincinnati. Check out their octopodes.

Starlite Drive In is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

24. Starlite Drive In

7.0
2255 State Route 125, Amelia, OH
Drive-in Theater · 13 tips and reviews

Richard A.Richard Angel: Fun place to take family or date on movie night. Snack bar has varied drive-in fare, reasonable prices. All facilities R clean and neat. Employees R friendly & the drive-in radio B4 the show is fun.

John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

25. John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park

9.5
166 W Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH
Park · Central Business District · 21 tips and reviews

Melanie W.Melanie Wissel: The water jets are fun. Bring a towel.

Happen, Inc. is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

26. Happen, Inc.

4201 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
College Classroom · Northside · No tips or reviews
BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

27. BB Riverboats: Belle of Cincinnati

Newport, KY
Boat or Ferry · 4 tips and reviews
Fountain Square is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

28. Fountain Square

8.9
520 Vine St (at 5th St), Cincinnati, OH
Plaza · Central Business District · 79 tips and reviews

Bill D.Bill Donabedian: If you want to know what's happening on Fountain Square, visit www.myfountainsquare.com. Read more.

Taste of Belgium OTR is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

29. Taste of Belgium OTR

9.1
1135 Vine St (at 12th St), Cincinnati, OH
American Restaurant · Over-The Rhine · 94 tips and reviews

Brad K.Brad Kalchek: Waffle 'n' chicken is the perfect combo and the best in the city is right here!

Findlay Market is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

30. Findlay Market

9.3
1801 Race St (at Elder St.), Cincinnati, OH
Farmers Market · Over-The Rhine · 87 tips and reviews

Rainie M.Rainie Mendleson: Stop by and visit Dojo Gelato for delicious gelato, Taste of Belgium for waffles & crepes, and Daisy Mae's Market for the finest fresh produce in Cincinnati!

Morgans Canoe is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

31. Morgans Canoe

5481-5773 Ohio 350, Turtle Creek Township, OH
Lake · 2 tips and reviews

Chad W.Chad Wildman: For some good ole out door fun try Morgans Canoe. Morgans livery has several different modes to travel down the Little Miami River, and depending on your fitness you have different distant choices as Read more.

Carew Tower Observation Deck is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

32. Carew Tower Observation Deck

8.5
441 Vine St (at 5th St), Cincinnati, OH
Scenic Lookout · Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

Nicholas R.Nicholas Roznovsky: A beautiful view of the city. Worth the $2.

Washington Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

33. Washington Park

9.4
1230 Elm St (at Race St), Cincinnati, OH
Park · Over-The Rhine · 29 tips and reviews

Ken S.Ken Shulock: Very nice place to relax on an afternoon. Trees, grass, make perfect shaded area to watch your kids play in the water

Krohn Conservatory is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

34. Krohn Conservatory

8.5
1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH
Garden · Walnut Hills · 38 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Day: Visit the annual butterfly show that takes place every spring. Read more.

Coney Island Amusement Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

35. Coney Island Amusement Park

6201 Kellogg Ave (at Sutton), Cincinnati, OH
Amusement Park · California · 23 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Huge pool w/4 water slides & 6 diving boards, classic rides, live shows & guaranteed fun! Entrance fees start @ $9.95 or a season pass starting @ $39.95. Check out Deal of the Day for extra savings! Read more.

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

36. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

8.5
50 E Freedom Way (at Rosa Parks St), Cincinnati, OH
History Museum · Central Business District · 36 tips and reviews

The GrioThe Grio: This museum is dedicated to the story of the enslaved that crossed the Ohio River (which separated the free states from the slave states) and traveled along the Underground Railroad. Read more.

Schneider's Sweet Shop is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

37. Schneider's Sweet Shop

8.9
420 Fairfield Ave (btw Washington & Foote), Bellevue, KY
Candy Store · 9 tips and reviews

Galadriel S.Galadriel Stineman: Try an ice ball with ice cream... It's amazing!

Lazer Kraze is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

38. Lazer Kraze

6.6
1335 Donaldson Hwy, Erlanger, KY
Arcade · 8 tips and reviews

Patti B.Patti Bagadion: Wear your kids out here! Let them play a couple missions and they'll go home & take naps! Read more.

American Legacy Tours is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

39. American Legacy Tours

7.7
1332 Vine St Ste C3, Cincinnati, OH
Tour Provider · Over-The Rhine · 3 tips and reviews
Florence Freedom University of Cincinnati Medical Center Stadium is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

40. Florence Freedom University of Cincinnati Medical Center Stadium

8.3
7950 Freedom Way (Off US 42), Florence, KY
Baseball Stadium · 12 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Bring a chair or blanket and sit on the lawn in left field for only $6. It's right next to the play area, so it's perfect if you have small children.

41. Old West Festival

Union, OH
Arts and Entertainment · 1 tip
Cincinnati Gardens is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

42. Cincinnati Gardens

2250 Seymour Ave (at Langdon Farm Rd), Cincinnati, OH
Hockey Stadium · Bond Hill · 15 tips and reviews

Lauren K.Lauren Kaplan: See the Cincinnati Rollergirls at the Cincinnati Gardens. March- June Read more.

Eden Park is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

43. Eden Park

8.7
950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH
Park · Walnut Hills · 29 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Don't miss Balluminaria! Hot air balloons gather around Mirror Lake the Saturday before Thanksgiving each year. Get there early if you want a spot along the wall. Click the link for time lapse video. Read more.

44. Anderson Ferry

4030 River Rd (at Ohio River), Constance, KY
Boat or Ferry · 21 tips and reviews
Rabbit Hash General Store is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

45. Rabbit Hash General Store

8.2
10000 Lower River Rd (A state of mind), Burlington, KY
Miscellaneous Store · 4 tips and reviews
Brazee Street Studios is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

46. Brazee Street Studios

7.7
4426 Brazee St (Madison Rd), Cincinnati, OH
Art Gallery · Oakley · 6 tips and reviews

Tony T.Tony T: Brazee Street Studios provides quality education in warm glass techniques, is a recognized Bullseye Glass Resource Center.

Perfect North Slopes is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

47. Perfect North Slopes

8.2
19074 Perfect Ln, Lawrenceburg, IN
Ski Resort and Area · 31 tips and reviews

chrischris: obviously you can ski here but I'd rather go tubing instead. Fun for the whole family. You do have to walk some but there's a people mover to take you up the hill. Less than 90 minutes from Indy. Read more.

Airport Viewing Area is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

48. Airport Viewing Area

8.1
Airport Viewing Access Rd. (CVG Airport), Hebron, KY
Scenic Lookout · 5 tips and reviews

Patricia L.Patricia Lee: Great place to bring lunch and watch the planes take off. Benches and picnic tables!

Pendleton Art Center is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

49. Pendleton Art Center

8.7
1310 Pendleton St, Cincinnati, OH
Art Gallery · Central Business District · 5 tips and reviews
Lebanon, OH is one of 50 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati.

50. Lebanon, OH

Ohio
City · 7 tips and reviews

EmilyEmily: Really nice little town to spend a summer day. Great little shops.