Cincinnati and Covington Guidebook

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Cincinnati and Covington Guidebook

Sightseeing

This is a local favorite and is right around the corner from the apartment. This park offers walking trails, amazing views of the city, and a golf course.
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Devou Park
1201 Park Dr
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This is a local favorite and is right around the corner from the apartment. This park offers walking trails, amazing views of the city, and a golf course.
This is a beautiful place to overlook the city from the other side of the river and is great for blooms in the Springtime!
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Eden Park
950 Eden Park Dr
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This is a beautiful place to overlook the city from the other side of the river and is great for blooms in the Springtime!
Washington Park is a great place to enjoy a take-out dinner or even a "drive-in" movie (offered in the summer months). This is a local favorite with a great view of Cincinnati's historic Music Hall.
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Washington Park
1230 Elm St
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Washington Park is a great place to enjoy a take-out dinner or even a "drive-in" movie (offered in the summer months). This is a local favorite with a great view of Cincinnati's historic Music Hall.

Food scene

This little bar offers fresh food and live music from local musicians in a quaint and neighborly setting.
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Wunderbar!
1132 Lee St
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This little bar offers fresh food and live music from local musicians in a quaint and neighborly setting.
Frida's is a favorite of mine! They have unique Mexican fare, gorgeous decorations, and super friendly staff. Outside seating is available and this restaurant is located 10 minutes from the apartment.
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Frida 602
602 Main St
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Frida's is a favorite of mine! They have unique Mexican fare, gorgeous decorations, and super friendly staff. Outside seating is available and this restaurant is located 10 minutes from the apartment.
Another favorite of mine, Otto's has been a Covington fave for years. This restaurant is a little fancier than the others that I have mentioned, but is a great place for a cocktails and delicious food!
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Otto's
521 Main St
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Another favorite of mine, Otto's has been a Covington fave for years. This restaurant is a little fancier than the others that I have mentioned, but is a great place for a cocktails and delicious food!
Scotti's has been around Cincinnati for over 100 years and is an absolute must-visit. Their Italian food is classic, delicious, and never disappoints!
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Scotti's Italian Restaurant
919 Vine St
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Scotti's has been around Cincinnati for over 100 years and is an absolute must-visit. Their Italian food is classic, delicious, and never disappoints!
Another local favorite and favorite of mine. Only open during the summer months, but absolutely worth the visit!
Sweet Tooth
125 W 11th St
Another local favorite and favorite of mine. Only open during the summer months, but absolutely worth the visit!
Unusual tacos galore and wonderful cocktails!
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Agave & Rye
635 Madison Ave
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Unusual tacos galore and wonderful cocktails!
Historic donut shop on Vine Street in Cincinnati! One of my favorites!
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Holtman's Donut Shop
Vine Street
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Historic donut shop on Vine Street in Cincinnati! One of my favorites!
Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine for an affordable price!
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Wabi Sabi Covington
508 Madison Ave
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Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine for an affordable price!
A local and historic favorite--one of the only bars in Cincinnati operated during Prohibition (shhh!!)--with delicious food and drinks and even local live music every once in a while.
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Madonna's Bar and Grill
210 E 8th St
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A local and historic favorite--one of the only bars in Cincinnati operated during Prohibition (shhh!!)--with delicious food and drinks and even local live music every once in a while.
Delicious coffee and a great atmosphere for work or catching up with a friend!
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Carabello Coffee Company
107 E 9th St
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Delicious coffee and a great atmosphere for work or catching up with a friend!
York Street Cafe was not listable in the guidebook, but is a favorite of mine! I have been going here for years and am never disappointed with the quality of the service or food. Highly recommended!
York Street
York Street
York Street Cafe was not listable in the guidebook, but is a favorite of mine! I have been going here for years and am never disappointed with the quality of the service or food. Highly recommended!

Museums

Great for families and little ones!
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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine St
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Great for families and little ones!
A local favorite, Krohn Conservatory is a great place for plant lovers and art fans alike! Over holidays, they often have special events and exhibits.
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Krohn Conservatory
1501 Eden Park Dr
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A local favorite, Krohn Conservatory is a great place for plant lovers and art fans alike! Over holidays, they often have special events and exhibits.
A local favorite and great place to view art exhibits. Visit their website to learn more about current exhibits!
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I-Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Dr
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A local favorite and great place to view art exhibits. Visit their website to learn more about current exhibits!
This is a favorite of mine and is right downtown, located near a great restaurant, Nada. The CAC has an interactive level on the top floor that is great for kids and adults alike!
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I-Centre for Contemporary Arts
44 E 6th St
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This is a favorite of mine and is right downtown, located near a great restaurant, Nada. The CAC has an interactive level on the top floor that is great for kids and adults alike!
A great place for both kids and adults. Really something to see!
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western Ave
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A great place for both kids and adults. Really something to see!
Great for kids!
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Newport Aquarium
1 Levee Way
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Great for kids!

Neighborhoods

Covington is the perfect mix of big city and small town rolled into one, with lots of opportunity for cultural submersion. Covington has so many options for food, drinks, and outdoor spaces.
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Covington
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Covington is the perfect mix of big city and small town rolled into one, with lots of opportunity for cultural submersion. Covington has so many options for food, drinks, and outdoor spaces.
Cincinnati is right across the Ohio River and has so much history for such a big city. There is so much to explore here!
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Cincinnati
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Cincinnati is right across the Ohio River and has so much history for such a big city. There is so much to explore here!
This is a hip and happening spot in Cincinnati, complete with boutiques, home design stores, restaurants, and bars! I highly recommend taking a day to spend shopping and eating along Vine St.
Vine Street
Vine Street
This is a hip and happening spot in Cincinnati, complete with boutiques, home design stores, restaurants, and bars! I highly recommend taking a day to spend shopping and eating along Vine St.

Theatres

Another great location to catch a show in Cincinnati and is almost always doing fairy tale reenactments. Another favorite of mine!
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Know Theatre of Cincinnati
1120 Jackson St
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Another great location to catch a show in Cincinnati and is almost always doing fairy tale reenactments. Another favorite of mine!
A beautiful theatre with great shows that are very kid friendly--I've been taking my daughter here for years! Check their website for more info.
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I-Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut St
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A beautiful theatre with great shows that are very kid friendly--I've been taking my daughter here for years! Check their website for more info.