Step1
King's Island is The Midwest's largest theme and water park with 364 acres packed with more than 80 rides and attractions including a 30-acre water park. Kings Island's 14th roller coaster; SON OF BEAST- The Tallest, Fastest Wooden Coaster on the Planet, DROP ZONE, the world's tallest Gyro Drop and The Beast, still the world's longest wooden coaster after 28 years! 50 water activities, including: 30 water slides, tropical lagoons, rushing rivers, surfable waves, three family activity areas and careening waterfalls, all surrounded by lush landscaping.
Step2
The world famous Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden was rated the #1 attraction in Cincinnati and one of the top five zoos in the nation by Zagat Survey.
It has also been recognized by Child Magazine as one of "The 10 Best Zoos for Kids."
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is the number one family attraction in town, don't miss it!
Step3
Bengals football and Reds baseball can contribute to summer and fall travel.
Another great attraction in Cincinnati is the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.It stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom.
The Freedom Center's curving architecture reflects the winding river and the often-changing path to freedom.
Step4
The Krohn conservatory is a awesome attraction to see when visiting Cincinnati.Krohn Conservatory is a nationally recognized showcase of more than 3,500 plant species from all over the world.
One of the most fascinating and entertaining events held at the Conservatory is the annual Butterfly Show. Countless butterflies are released to fly freely within the Conservatory, adding yet another blaze of color to an already charming display.
Step5
Bicentennial Commons / Sawyer point is a beautiful place to visit and hang out all day.
Bicentennial Commons offers the best public recreational facilities in the city; tennis courts, fishing piers, an ice skating rink, a boathouse, a rowing center, and a pavilion that hosts free summer concerts. The adjacent Yeatman's Cove is where Cincinnati's first settlers disembarked in 1788; its Serpentine Wall, which is actually a series of steps that function as a flood wall, is a local landmark.
Step6
The annual Toyota / WEBN fireworks are a celebration of our river heritage. Each year the event becomes larger, Last year's attendance was more than 400,000, and that was with poor weather.It all started when an irreverent rock station wanted to throw a party for itself In 1977.Tens of thousands of people showed up that first year. It is recognized as the most dense display - with 7,500 shells totaling 50,000 pounds going off in 30 minutes to the synchronized soundtrack.
Comments
ebnickiea said
on 9/13/2008 good info to have-thanks!
purrfect1969 said
on 9/12/2008 Sounds like a fun place.
vikki9 said
on 9/12/2008 You paint a very attractive picture of Cincinnati. Thank you. 5*
Susang6 said
on 9/9/2008 It all sounds great!
luv2blog said
on 9/9/2008 Great suggestions!