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1. African Safari Wildlife Park - 3 hours 45 minutes from Cincinnati ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Athens, Ohio - 2 hours 45 minutes from Cincinnati ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park - 45 minutes from Cincinnati

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4. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

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5. Big Bone Lick State Park

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6. Brookville Lake

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7. Carillon Historical Park

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8. Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve

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9. Columbus

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10. Columbus Center of Science and Industry

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11. Dayton

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12. Edge of Appalachia Preserve

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13. Fort Ancient

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14. Hocking Hills State Park

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15. Indianapolis

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16. Kentucky Horse Park

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17. Louisville

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18. Louisville Slugger Museum

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19. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

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20. Ohio Caverns

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21. Behringer-Crawford Museum

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22. Red River Gorge

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23. Ripley

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24. Serpent Mound

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25. Yellow Springs

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Are there places to visit outside of Cincinnati?
  • A: Yes, Cincinnati's central location makes it easy to access wonderful destinations, ranging from secluded wilderness areas to bustling cities.
  • Q: What unique experiences are available near Cincinnati?
  • A: For a more unique experience, consider visiting the African Safari Wildlife Park, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park, or the mysterious Serpent Mound, believed to have been built during prehistoric times.
  • Q: Will I run out of things to do in the Cincinnati area?
  • A: No matter what you're in the mood for, choosing one of these incredible destinations will ensure you won't get bored.

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