5 Things You Must Do in Cincinnati

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Said to be America’s first boomtown, Cincinnati was the first major inland city in the newly formed United States of America. It has also been called the first truly American town, lacking the European influence the costal cities had at that time. If you visit Cincinnati, here are five things you must do.

1. Tour the Cincinnati Art Museum. Featuring more than 100,000 works of art including pottery, as well as both European and American paintings, this museum is one of the most impressive of its type in the United States.  For more information on the Museum click on the link.

2. Take a walk on the wild side at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens. This zoo is most well known for its many endangered species as well as its birthing program. It is the country’s second oldest zoo.  for more information on the Zoo click on the link.

3. Cheer at a Cincinnati Red’s game. The Red’s, which is also America’s first professional baseball team, plays at the Great American Ball Park.

4. See Fountain square. This square serves as the symbolic center of the city as well as a cultural and social hub. It features a bronze allegorical water fountain, ice skating rink and interactive water wall as well as stages for public performances. The square is flanked by hotels, restaurants and shops.   For more information on the Square click on the link.

5. Visit Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. This area has been designated as America’s largest historic district. Many homes located in the neighborhood are built in the style of 19th century Italianate architecture.