Overview
Our smartphone-guided tour brings the facts and stories behind Cincinnati to life because we've taken the same stops and sights we share with our friends and families when they come to town and created an interactive web-based tour for you!
Read the stories behind the city, answer questions to reveal fun facts, and experience what makes Downtown Cincinnati incredible! Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you are ready to explore.
Please note that you and your group read the tour aloud - there is no audio functionality at this time.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Easy-to-use web interface
Family friendly stops and questions
24/7 support by phone or email
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The plaza outside of Carol Ann's Carousel in Smale Riverfront Park
End point
Fountain Square
Good to know
Thank you for your purchase! Your access code is DXA8TF. Please follow the steps below to validate and start your tour.
1. Navigate to https://wanderingtours.com/go
2. Enter the above code (DXA8TF) in the 'Access Code' box
3. Click 'Go'
Note, you may enter the code to validate your tour at any time prior to starting. You will be prompted to create an account, which can be used to retrieve your tour at another time or on another device.
What to expect
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Roebling Suspension Bridge
5 min
Our tour starts at the iconic first bridge across the Ohio River. This bridge speaks to Cincinnati's rich history, global influence (it should look familiar to a bridge in NYC) and rich artistic heritage.
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Smale Riverfront Park
15 min
Cincinnati isn't known as one of the greenest cities in the US for nothing! Explore this phenomenal park that also fights flooding, from carousels to labyrinths to memorials.
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Great American Ball Park
5 min
Baseball is a competitive sport, the debate over its origins more so. However, Cincinnati absolutely claims the first professional team in the world, and today the Reds play right here.
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National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
5 min
People often wonder why this 'national' museum is in Cincinnati - what they don't know is that the Ohio River was the final barrier to freedom seekers and Cincinnati a hot spot for abolitionists and a key stop on the Underground Railroad.
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Dixie Terminal
5 min
What do unused subway tunnels and the invention of modern soap have in common? The 1890s right here. With origins in the Industrial Revolution, this city's growth was founded on those two intertwined stories, which we'll tell you all about!
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The Mercantile Library
10 min
We love a good secret library. Eleven stories above you exists a member's library with nearly 20,000 books and a unique founding. You can even go visit, just take the elevator up!
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Contemporary Arts Center
15 min
When do world famous architects and nationally reported lawsuits come together? At the non-collecting Contemporary Arts Center, which with free admission has been a site for Cincinnatians for decades.
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Fountain Square
5 min
The heart of Cincinnati has always been under the the open arms of the Genius of Water fountain, here the city comes together for the largest Oktoberfest outside of Germany and salsa dancing on Thursday nights.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- This is a fully walking tour covering approximately 1.5 miles on city sidewalks. Please judge your participation ability accordingly. Luckily, you can go as quickly or slowly as you'd like.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Cincinnati Sights & Stories
Can I cancel Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Cincinnati Sights & Stories for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min–2 hours.
Where does it start?
The plaza outside of Carol Ann's Carousel in Smale Riverfront Park
What's included?
- Easy-to-use web interface
- Family friendly stops and questions
- 24/7 support by phone or email
Which places does it visit?
It visits Roebling Suspension Bridge, Smale Riverfront Park, Great American Ball Park, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Dixie Terminal, The Mercantile Library, Contemporary Arts Center, Fountain Square.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Wandering Tours
