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About Cincinnati
Cincinnati's skyline rises dramatically from the Ohio River, punctuated by historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhoods with Victorian warehouses converted to galleries. The city claims to have invented chili. The Cincinnati Zoo pioneered modern conservation.
Best months to visit
September
Things to do in Cincinnati
Tour the Cincinnati Zoo's world-class conservation programs
Taste Cincinnati-style chili at Skyline Chili locations
Walk the Ohio River Greenway with downtown views
Explore Over-the-Rhine's street art and vintage shops
Visit the Contemporary Arts Center in a striking building
Climb to the Overlook observation area at UC campus
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
4C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
7C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
May
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
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September
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
12C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
Cincinnati spans both banks of the Ohio River, its skyline anchored by the soaring suspension bridge that inspired the Brooklyn Bridge and a German immigrant heritage still visible in the restored breweries and beer halls of Over-the-Rhine. It's a city of distinctive local quirks — Cincinnati-style chili served over spaghetti chief among them — alongside serious art and music institutions.
Best areas to stay in Cincinnati
Over-the-Rhine
A restored historic district of breweries, restaurants, galleries and Findlay Market.
Downtown / The Banks
The riverfront core with stadiums, museums and views of the Roebling Suspension Bridge.
Mount Adams
A hillside neighbourhood with skyline views, bars and the Cincinnati Art Museum nearby.
Covington, KY (across the river)
A Kentucky riverfront town with its own dining and brewery scene, a short walk over the bridge.
Getting to Cincinnati
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Flights
Fly into Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), about 20 minutes from downtown.
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From London
~9–11 hours from London with one connection.
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Getting around
The Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar links downtown and Over-the-Rhine; a car helps for Mount Adams and further afield.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cincinnati?
April to June and September to October bring mild, comfortable weather; summer can be hot and humid, winter cold with occasional snow.
How do I get to Cincinnati?
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is well connected via major US hubs and is about 20 minutes from downtown.
What is Cincinnati-style chili?
A thin, spiced meat sauce served over spaghetti and topped with shredded cheese, traditionally ordered '3-way', '4-way' or '5-way' depending on added beans and onions.
What is Over-the-Rhine?
A historic German immigrant neighbourhood with one of the largest collections of 19th-century Italianate architecture in the US, now home to breweries, restaurants and Findlay Market.
Is Cincinnati walkable?
Downtown, Over-the-Rhine and the riverfront are walkable and connected by a streetcar; other neighbourhoods generally need a car or ride-share.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
Over-the-Rhine was a real surprise — the architecture and brewery scene felt like a different city from the rest of downtown.
Mark E. · May 2024
★★★★☆
Tried Cincinnati chili '5-way' as the locals suggested — unusual but grew on me by the end of the trip.
Sarah J. · October 2023
★★★☆☆
Hot and sticky in August but the view from Mount Adams over the river and stadiums at sunset made up for it.
Tony B. · August 2024
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