Fountain Square
Fountain Square
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- TravelingSoccerLoonSaint Paul, Minnesota5,971 contributionsSymbolic Center of the City Since 1871Iconic spot in Downtown Cincinnati. Symbolic center of the city since 1871. It looks and sounds like it could be a great place to hang out, but you need to catch it at the right time and day. I visited on a Saturday early afternoon in July after it had been raining earlier in the day. The rain had stopped but it was deserted as was much of downtown Cincinnati. I assume it is very different if a sporting event is going on downtown or if there is music playing at night or if the sun is out and shining. I will look forward to experiencing it again some time under the right conditions.Visited July 2023Traveled soloWritten May 28, 2024
- TarHeelDurham, North Carolina1,122 contributionsNice, open gathering spaceI was in town for business and staying at the nearby Hilton. I was surprised that Fountain Square was so close, so I wandered over twice: once at lunchtime and once after dinner. They were having a Latin band performing in the evening and people were enjoying dancing and socializing. I probably wouldn't have known what this place was if it wasn't for the opening credits from "WKRP in Cincinnati" but I was glad I stopped by.Visited May 2024Traveled on businessWritten June 4, 2024
- vince8663Havertown, Pennsylvania16 contributionsRelaxing, fun spotThis is a very chill spot. Lots of food options near it. There was outdoor seating and a little bar stand with beer in the evening. We were there on a Monday evening and someone was hosting a pub-style trivia game that was a lot of fun. The fountain is stunning and is lit up at night.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 13, 2024
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN5,971 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Iconic spot in Downtown Cincinnati. Symbolic center of the city since 1871. It looks and sounds like it could be a great place to hang out, but you need to catch it at the right time and day. I visited on a Saturday early afternoon in July after it had been raining earlier in the day. The rain had stopped but it was deserted as was much of downtown Cincinnati. I assume it is very different if a sporting event is going on downtown or if there is music playing at night or if the sun is out and shining. I will look forward to experiencing it again some time under the right conditions.
Written May 28, 2024
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lovetotravel293
West Plains, MO108 contributions
Jun 2023 • Business
We decided to check out downtown after business hours and found the Fountain Square alive with salsa music and dancers! It was wonderful! There were people of all ages there having a wonderful time. We found out that there is something (free) happening almost every night on Fountain Square. 100% worth checking out!
Written June 10, 2023
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TarHeel
Durham, NC1,122 contributions
May 2024 • Business
I was in town for business and staying at the nearby Hilton. I was surprised that Fountain Square was so close, so I wandered over twice: once at lunchtime and once after dinner. They were having a Latin band performing in the evening and people were enjoying dancing and socializing. I probably wouldn't have known what this place was if it wasn't for the opening credits from "WKRP in Cincinnati" but I was glad I stopped by.
Written June 5, 2024
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Trip597356
West Chester, OH323 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
Walked through on our way to the Aronoff. If you want to go ice skating on a Saturday evening… make sure to sign up on their website several days early!!! It’s no longer first come first served. The fountain is off for the season now too.
Written November 28, 2021
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tmazionsmith
Saint Paul, MN446 contributions
May 2023
The square itself is relatively small, so there isn't room for much. There were some small tables set out with umbrellas along the south side of the square. There were 2 food trucks parked along the street, one selling Mexican food. I chose to get an order of Mexican street corn, which was decent. It was a workday and it past the regular lunch time when I was there, so maybe that's why it was fairly quiet without much going on. The fountain is pretty, but there isn't much to do except spend a few minutes walking around it.
Written June 2, 2023
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Travel4Fun31
Roselle, IL363 contributions
Feb 2020
We found Fountain Square on accident. We happened to come out onto the square from the parking garage. We spent time taking pictures of the fountain, listening to the music playing from the speaker, and even came back later to get ice cream! It was a great way to keep track of where we needed to be. Pretty fountain even when the water isn't flowing.
Written February 19, 2020
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vince8663
Havertown, PA16 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
This is a very chill spot. Lots of food options near it. There was outdoor seating and a little bar stand with beer in the evening. We were there on a Monday evening and someone was hosting a pub-style trivia game that was a lot of fun. The fountain is stunning and is lit up at night.
Written August 13, 2024
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KnitsbyConnie
MA500 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
I was coming to this location for a some kind of Fashion Show on a Sunday afternoon. Vendors arrived at 1pm, but I missed the memo about the Fashion starting much much later. I could not stay to see it. I did visit a couple of Vendors. I got a bit of lunch from a food vendor. Walked the perimeter of the square. Nice venue for events. It was extremely hot in the squares main central area. I believe as the day went on the area would not be as hot as it was at 1pm, with the sun still high in the sky. I parked that Fountain Square North parking garage. Extremely convenient.
There was this beautiful black fountain in the center of the square. I was told by a square attendant , that the fountain has been recently renovated. It looked good, and the water was flowing.
There was this beautiful black fountain in the center of the square. I was told by a square attendant , that the fountain has been recently renovated. It looked good, and the water was flowing.
Written July 5, 2024
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William B
Lynchburg, VA1,293 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Traveling here from Virginia I was not expecting it to be hotter. After several miles of walking the neighborhood it was nice to stop for a lemonade and a seat. The park was clean with excellent food service using tent service and a food truck.
Written June 29, 2021
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CharlieV2011
Chicago, IL2,191 contributions
Dec 2020 • Solo
So nice to see people ice skating and having fun at Fountain Square during the holidays (and COVID)! The music and lights are nice and festive. The area has food and coffee options that are open as well. If you can ice skate, this is a great place for some fun times!
Written December 29, 2020
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The chess pieces are at Smale Park on the riverfront.
Written August 22, 2016
Is this German market on Fountain Square worth a trip for an out of towner looking for something to do for a couple hours?
Written December 18, 2015
I believe that the German market that you are reference is 'Findlay Market' which is on the northwest side of downtown. I think that it is only open during daytime hours. It is better and livelier during warmer months
Written December 19, 2015
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