Cincinnati Museum Center
Cincinnati Museum Center
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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bandguy54
Orleans, IN191 contributions
Nov 2022
I hadn't been to the Cincinnati Museum Center in many years, but we were in Cincinnati for a concert on Friday night and had planned to go to the zoo on Saturday. Mother Nature had a different idea. We woke up to snow on Saturday morning and a temperature difference of 35 degrees from the previous day. So, instead of the zoo, we went to the Museum Center. The building itself is worth the trip. The place is an art deco masterpiece! We enjoyed the exhibits and had a great time. The staff was great and the center was very clean and well-organized. It wasn't what we planned to do, but it was a great alternative!!
Written November 13, 2022
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Tara G
24 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The museum centre was a great addition to the activities on our trip. The exhibit regarding the Holocaust alone was worth the price of admission. I would highly recommend making the Union Terminal a stop on your holiday. The variety of the information in the displays and exhibits means that there is something everyone will appreciate.
Written October 22, 2022
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Brandy B
Kansas City, MO86 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
The hours of operation are incorrect. Museum Center in closed TUESDAY and Wednesday. Plan according. We were looking forward.
Written September 21, 2022
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Granola01
Spokane, WA152 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
The mezzanine is so amazing! I was obsessed with it. The colors were brilliant. Leaving some of the old signage was brilliant. The Omnimax was stupendous!
Written August 29, 2022
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ali_s
London, UK3 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
I had a great visit to the Museum Centre, there is so much to see. The science and history museums were both great and these are included in the normal ticket, especially liked the Neil Armstrong section. I didn't get around all exhibits in both of these as I ran out of time but there was more to see if I had had longer.
The Pixar exhibit was great, it started with a short video and then it was a very interactive and interesting exhibition itself. I also went to the Omnimax cinema which is worth it, the film's are about 45 minutes long but it was a great experience.
Finally, I went to the Holocaust exhibit and this was very good. Everything was extremely well done. There were short videos throughout the exhibit to break up reading time. It was incredibly insightful and interesting - the Holocaust section is a must.
You could easily spend a full day here and still have not seen everything.
The Pixar exhibit was great, it started with a short video and then it was a very interactive and interesting exhibition itself. I also went to the Omnimax cinema which is worth it, the film's are about 45 minutes long but it was a great experience.
Finally, I went to the Holocaust exhibit and this was very good. Everything was extremely well done. There were short videos throughout the exhibit to break up reading time. It was incredibly insightful and interesting - the Holocaust section is a must.
You could easily spend a full day here and still have not seen everything.
Written August 26, 2022
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DianaL6232012
Columbus, OH81 contributions
Aug 2022
We had originally came down to the Cincinnati/Mason area to go to Kings Island. We were experiencing some bad weather, so we decided to visit the museum since we had wanted to in the past, but parts were closed due to construction. We bought tickets on the website, which was a bit confusing. We wanted to go to The Science Behind Pixar traveling exhibit as well as a OMNIMAX movie. We picked our times and amount of tickets, but the price didn't seem right. I paid anyway and we were off to the museum. The drive from Mason is about a half hour which wasn't bad and gave my one year old a little nap. When we got there the entrance is beautiful and definitely picture worthy. We weren't sure where to go so I got in line and asked. I also wanted to ask about our tickets because I was confused by the price. I didn't catch the employees name, but I should have as she was EXTREMELY helpful! (She was sitting at the far right computer in the front on 8/6, with long brown hair). She looked at our tickets and said that we had basically just bought the Pixar and movie, but not the general admission tickets. She helped me get everything in order and purchased the museum tickets. I asked her, "Ok, what now?" I grabbed a map and she said, "trains or dinosaurs"? "Trains!" She told me where to go and even a little secret part of the museum that doesn't get a lot of people, which was true, it was completely empty when we got there and probably the coolest part! (Keep going downstairs after the trains, you won't be disappointed!) We really enjoyed the History of Cincinnati! There are so many things that were either invented here or came from here that I had no idea about. The Science Behind Pixar was really cool if it's still there and we really enjoyed the OMNIMAX movie.
Written August 10, 2022
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JupiterFLMom
Jupiter, FL151 contributions
Aug 2022
This was an amazing Museum. It had something for everyone to enjoy. We (three adults) spent about 3.5 hours here, which included PIXAR and an IMAX, plus all of the exhibits. The only thing I didn't like is that each section began on the top floor and ended on the bottom, and you would have to go back to the top to start in the next section. The elevators smelled horrible and the up escalator was being serviced. So it was either the stairs or putting up with the bad smell. Other than that, I highly recommend going.
Written August 9, 2022
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Debbie
32 contributions
Jul 2022
Favorite part was walking through the "glacier" in the science section. So much to see there! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes - lots of walking. Don't miss the theater showings - like IMax but better!
Written July 31, 2022
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Bill B
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
Definitely worth the money and time. A little bit of everything and the kids loved all the interactive science activities. Do not skip the children’s area, the kids did not want to leave.
Written July 25, 2022
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loren h
Wisconsin325 contributions
Jun 2022
The city models were quite nice, an amazing building even if it were empty. I do think the admission was a bit much.
Written June 20, 2022
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livelaughlovegive
Vero Beach, FL38 contributions
What are the hours of operation? Is parking available? Planning on coming up from Tennessee. Thank you.
Nadia L
Columbus, OH84 contributions
Is it worth membership for family of 2 adults, 2 kids if only planning to go 1-2 times/yr? There seems to be lots of stuff you have to add-on separate for so just looking for most cost effective way. Interested in general museum, kids museum, Apollo exhibit and Holocaust museum admission.
Jimmie1109
Butler, KY67 contributions
I have a family membership, live within 45 minutes of the terminal and visit three or four times a year. I would think it would be worth it for your family if you plan to go three or more times a year.
KYTRAVELFUN
Clay City, KY52 contributions
Are there wheelchair available for use?
CincyMuseum
Cincinnati, OH
Hi! Wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) available for rent (see box office during your visit with questions and help). A full list of CMC's Accessibility options can be found on our website!
ckessinger
Lexington, KY3 contributions
Anyone have any tips for overnight at the museum? My daughter’s class is doing an overnight field trip, sleeping in the museum. Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Aliyah21
Cincinnati113 contributions
Sorry, I have no idea about that.
bcavvy45211
Cincinnati, OH10 contributions
It is a cool museum, as long as the exhibits are all open.
CincyMuseum
Cincinnati, OH
Be sure to follow along our website and social media pages for up-to-date information about current and future exhibitions!
Nicole H
Indianapolis, IN
Now that renovation is (near) completion. How long do you think it would take to go through all the exhibits, including the Children's museum (with a 7 yr old).
Shankar R
Westerville, OH873 contributions
Much would depend on your child and how they were feeling that day. There are lots to do and plenty to see. I would start with one exhibit before going to the interactive play area below. Once there your 7yr old will soon be lost in play. See how long that goes. There is a nice food area there. If you still have energy, keep going. It's unlikely you will see everything. You will likely come back several times.
WonderMan3
Provincetown, MA977 contributions
Is it possible to visit the exterior of the museum (fountains, etc.) without paying to go inside? If so, is the exterior area open before museum hours start at 10am.
Thomas C
Northern Kentucky, KY401 contributions
Yes you can, but parking is going to cost. I am not sure about before they open, it could be trespassing!
Cp94
Defiance, OH6 contributions
Are backpacks allowed in the museum?
Hey Ashlee Mello
Cincinnati, OH154 contributions
I’ve been with a backpack nearly every visit and never had s problem. Especially when we have our camera gear and kiddo snacks with us.
Would the Children's Museum keep my 7 year old granddaughter engaged? Most reviews and images show toddlers.
Ronald G
Cincinnati, OH35 contributions
Our grandchildren love it so much they ask to go.
mfc01us
Richmond, IN9 contributions
Is there a food court here or restaurant
CincyMuseum
Cincinnati, OH
Hi! We have a coffee cart that sells Starbucks coffee, sandwiches, light bites, beverages, water, etc. Please note that food is not allowed inside the museum but can enjoyed in our lobby spaces.
Cincinnati Museum Center - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Cincinnati Museum Center is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- Hotels near Cincinnati Museum Center:
- (1.83 mi) Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown/The Phelps
- (1.90 mi) The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection
- (1.42 mi) 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
- (1.64 mi) Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront, an IHG Hotel
- (2.32 mi) Hotel Covington
- Restaurants near Cincinnati Museum Center:
- (0.31 mi) Wendy's
- (1.15 mi) Holtmans Donuts
- (0.34 mi) Frisch's Big Boy
- (0.29 mi) Taco Bell
- (1.15 mi) The Eagle Food and Beer Hall