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1. Cincinnati Zoo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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2. Cincinnati Art Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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3. John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge

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4. Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Taft Museum of Art

5. Duke Energy Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. American Legacy Tours

Tours in the Area
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7. Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame

8. Cincinnati Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Cincinnati Observatory

9. Newberry Bros. Coffee

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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10. Findlay Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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11. Museum of Natural History & Science

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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12. Stratus Helicopters

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13. Fountain Square

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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14. American Sign Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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15. Krohn Conservatory

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16. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

17. Smale Riverfront Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Cincinnati Food Tours

Tours in the Area
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19. The Overlook Lodge, Cincinnati

Category: Unique Accommodations
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20. Cincinnati Music Hall

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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21. The Melting Pot Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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22. Eden Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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23. Cincinnati Dinner Train

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Whether you are planning a romantic getaway filled with art and music, or a family trip focused on fun, great food, history and interactive learning, Cincinnati is a great weekend destination. Best things to do in Cincinnati with kids include many city parks, the interactive Duke Energy Children’s Museum, the famous Cincinnati Zoo, the Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, and the Cincinnati Observatory.

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