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1. Kings Island

Kings Island is one of the most visited amusement parks in the Midwest. The eight entertainment areas include a 33-acre (13-hectare) water park called Soak City. Take your pick from 13 roller coasters and many more rides, which cater to all ages.
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Kings Island showing rides and a sporting event

2. Creation Museum

The Creation Museum tells Bible stories through realistic tableaus and dioramas. Come face-to-face with Adam and Eve, the evil serpent and Noah’s Ark. The three surrounding gardens and lake are full of insects, birds and butterflies, forming a lush Eden-like paradise. There is a planetarium and petting zoo with hybrid animals.
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Creation Museum showing signage

3. Newport Aquarium

At the Newport Aquarium more than 7,000 aquatic creatures from every continent live in more than one million gallons (nearly four million liters) of water. Experience the sensation of being surrounded by deep-sea creatures and river fish as you wander through the long tunnels of one of the most visited aquariums in the Midwest. Go to Shark Central to touch ocean predators. Learn about other dangerous and deadly fish, or gaze at bizarre and beautiful species.
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Newport Aquarium featuring night scenes and marine life

4. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden has more than 500 animal species and over 3,000 plant varieties, a 4-D theater and parades. See newborn gorillas or tiger cubs, come face-to-face with rainbow lorikeets, and observe penguins in their natural habitat. The gardens are a popular picnic spot. Children will have fun in the playground, home to domestic animals and a petting area.
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Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden featuring a garden and zoo animals

5. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

This 1933 art deco building doubles as a train station and major tourist attraction. The Cincinnati Museum Center is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, an Omnimax theater, the Duke Energy Children’s Museum, the Museum of Natural History and Science, the Cincinnati History Library and Archives and the Cincinnati Railroad Club. Learn about history, trains, nature and science, watch a movie, or entertain the children with hands-on activities.
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal which includes modern architecture and a garden

What to do in Mount Healthy

Popular places to visit

Kings Island showing rides and a sporting event

Kings Island

This award-winning amusement and water park in Mason has more than 80 thrilling rides and attractions.

Kings Island
Paycor Stadium

Paycor Stadium

Catch an event at Paycor Stadium during your trip to Cincinnati. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

Paycor Stadium
Newport Aquarium featuring night scenes and marine life

Newport Aquarium

Find yourself face-to-face with thousands of aquatic species from around the world at this popular aquarium just across the river from Cincinnati.

Newport Aquarium
Great American Ball Park

Great American Ball Park

Catch an event at Great American Ball Park during your trip to Cincinnati. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a baseball game.

Great American Ball Park
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden featuring a garden and zoo animals

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

See newborn baby gorillas and tigers at this park dubbed “the Sexiest Zoo in America” thanks to its successful breeding program.

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal which includes modern architecture and a garden

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

Choose between a variety of theaters and museums in this landmark art deco building.

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Newport on the Levee featuring street scenes and modern architecture

Newport on the Levee

This entertainment complex includes cinemas, dance clubs, bowling alleys, shops and an outside area with bars, an aquarium and restaurants.

Newport on the Levee
Fountain Square showing a fountain

Fountain Square

Attend a rally or art exhibit in this busy piazza marked by a gorgeous bronze fountain from the 19th century.

Fountain Square

University of Cincinnati

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Cincinnati, a top college in Cincinnati. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

University of Cincinnati