Top Things to do in The Cincinnati Region
Top Hotels in The Cincinnati Region
- 1. The Westin Cincinnati
- 2. Graduate Cincinnati
- 3. Hotel Covington Cincinnati Riverfront
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Newport / Cincinnati
- 5. 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
- 6. Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront
- 7. Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
- 8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Richwood Cincinnati South
- 9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Cincinnati Airport South-Florence
- 10. Drury Inn & Suites Cincinnati Sharonville
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Things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region: The Best Gardens
Discover the best top things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region including Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Garden of Hope, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, Krohn Conservatory, Glenwood Gardens.
Restaurants in The Cincinnati Region
1. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,800 reviews
This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs, particularly for gorillas and white tigers, and has a wonderful collection of felines and a delightful manatees exhibit.
Reviewed By 339matthewf - Cincinnati, United States
I've been coming to this zoo for 30 years and I cannot express in words the memories that have been made here. I remember when Bruiser the walrus would spit water on me as a kid (excellent way to cool off on a summer's day). I got to stay overnight and do a guided night tour, traveled behind the scenes to see how they take care of animals, and have watched this place grow throughout the years. 'Africa' added lions and a large paddock for grazers in addition to a nice balcony with tables overlooking the whole area. Cooling stations run all day when it's hot, penguins roam the paths with keepers when it's cold, and I proposed to my wife at the Festival of Lights 'round Christmas. They also have animal encounters which, while a bit pricey, contribute to conservation efforts and offer once in a lifetime experiences like being face to face with an elephant. You can feed a giraffe if you like. They have learning stations everywhere, rotating educational encounters, and anyone in a zoo uniform will tell you a personal story about one or more of the animals. Finally, if you plan to go, I strongly advise a membership pass if only for the free parking. You get discounts on food and merch, as well; it pays for itself in two trips. Check the website out, too; they have some really cool events that go to help with conservation efforts and are a lot of fun to attend. Give it a shot and you might find you keep coming back for the rest of your life.
2. Garden of Hope
3. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
4. Krohn Conservatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 812 reviews
Reviewed By kentuckylongrifle - Independence, United States
This has become a Holiday Tradition for our family in the last 3 years. We all look forwarding to visiting including my teenage son. Oddly enough, neither he nor my daughter had ever visited during a school trip which was a staple of mine and my wife's childhood. Our schools visited the conservatory on numerous occasions. We live South of the river, but it's still a relatively short drive. Parking is limited in the immediate vicinity. We like to park up near the overlook, or down by Mirror Lake and then walk to the conservatory. For us, this is usually a day trip that always includes Eden Park and sometimes the Art Museum. We prefer to visit during the Holiday season for the displays. However, it's just as nice during the rest of the year as well especially during the butterfly exhibit. Looking back, I really wished we had spent some time here when they were younger. Watching the other families and their children, I know they really would have enjoyed it as kids as much as they enjoy it now. It's handicapped accessible for the most part and my mother in law had no issues traversing the area with her walker. We also enjoy the gift shop and for the last 3 years have purchased several gifts for friends and family there. With Eden Park and the Art Museum nearby, a visit to the Krohn Conservatory, along with a picnic lunch, makes for a great day out. And if you have young children, you owe it to them (and yourself) to take them over and let them explore. They even have a small kids area. As much as I enjoy making memories with them now, I wished I taken them when they were kids.
5. Glenwood Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By lhobson1 - Cincinnati, United States
Glenwood Gardens in Sharonville is a quiet place to walk after work or on the weekends. There are trails, a gift shop, an overlook..... Parking is free and accessible. It is a great park to unwind ... far from the crowds and traffic. Just off I-75 in Sharonville.
