THE 10 BEST Parks & Nature Attractions in Cincinnati
Nature & Parks in Cincinnati
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- tmazionsmithSaint Paul, MN377 contributionsMy trip to Cincy was planned entirely around going to the zoo to see Fritz and Fiona! Sadly, the hippos were not active on the day I was there. I tried going to Hippo Cove 3 times throughout the day, but there just wasn't much going on. There was a zookeeper there at one point who said that when it is 75-85 and sunny, they like to just lie in the sun and sleep, which is mostly what we saw. Fritz stood up for a little bit and Fiona was in the water (but not moving) during one of our times stopping by, so the action was limited. That's the chance you take when going to a zoo. It was still fun to explore all of the areas; I liked the kangaroo and giraffe areas best. I chose to pay to do the giraffe feeding encounter - totally worth it!Written June 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tmazionsmithSaint Paul, MN377 contributionsWe had planned to visit the conservatory anyway, as we were close to Eden Park; when we found out there was a special butterfly exhibit happening, we made sure to make a stop! We were able to get walk-up tickets for the butterfly area (they were sold out online) and go right in to enjoy 40 minutes before they brought the next group in. After the butterflies, we explored the other areas of the conservatory; all were lovely.Written June 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KswettFlint, MI720 contributionsThis cemetery is enormous, so many different things to see, so many beautiful statues and monuments. I would love to see how gorgeous it is during summer and fall.Written April 16, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FAY E143 contributionsNice place for everyone to walk and enjoy. Green and clean with the exception of a few irresponsible pet owners.Written October 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tmazionsmithSaint Paul, MN377 contributionsWe actually stayed at a place right on the edge of Eden Park, so it was very convenient to just walk across the road to explore what it had to offer. We did the overlook are and passed the large tower along the way. We could see barges on the river and took some time to read about the monument that was placed up there. We then took a long set of steps down that dropped us right at the side of the Krohn Conservatory (which we visited). We walked from there on to the art museum, approaching it up a long, fairly steep incline that is mostly built for cars, not really pedestrians. We passed a cute gazebo on the way to the art museum entrance.Written June 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FAY E143 contributionsThis is a nice place to just walk, sit, people watch, meditate and/or talk. Clean and green. Picturesque.Written October 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tmazionsmithSaint Paul, MN377 contributionsGreat park in the midst of the city. I learned that this was a former cemetery, which explains some of the plaques we saw in different areas. There is a fun fountain area, and we did see kids playing in it when we were walking through that section. There were several open green areas for picnics and just sun-bathing or taking a nap on the grass. We also saw some people with camp chairs or lawn chairs set out in different spots. They were setting something up a rally event for the soccer game that night, so there were also some tents and tables near the central part of the park. Also a cute little dog park area!Written June 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ThangCincinnati, OH3 contributions★ Popularity: Very well-known locally
★ Size/Location: Very large; Has a huge lake in a middle and several golf courses nearby.
★ Business Type: Nature Park.
★ Business Hour: Dawn to dusk.
★ Activities: Five big (5) hiking/biking trails, a dock for kayaking, multiple fishing spots, one (1) campground with 20+ campsites, and an animal farm.
★ Reservation: Public; Needed for campgrounds and picnic areas.
★ Parking: Multiple parking lots.
★ Accessibility: Handicapped parking spots.
★ Facilities: Multiple restrooms along the park.
★ Staff: Entry booth staff and park rangers. Will wave at you if you meet them.
★ Pet-friendliness: Pets are allowed.
★ Kid-friendliness: Kids are welcomed.
★ Expense: Parking permit needed; Free on foot.Written April 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JoMichAlma, MI246 contributionsMy husband grew up going to this park frequently, so when we were in Cincy on a road trip, we stopped for about an hour. It was lovely to see beautiful flowers and plants blooming even in October, and a great place to walk.Written December 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DONNA TNashville, TN102 contributionsI just LOVE Hyde Park in Cincinnati! The quaint homes and lovely shops and restaurants is well worth spending an afternoon enjoying the "VIBE" of the village! If you're a knitting enthusiast, the best knit shop on the planet is in Hyde Park. And there's much, much more ... ENJOY!!!Written October 6, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HavingHopePowell, TN177 contributionsWe made the choice to wake up early and go here to make sure we would get parking. It was worth it! It is great for kids so that they can learn that you don't have to fight all the time. Just make sure to come early to get parking!Written September 21, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- stephanie aLouisville, KY236 contributionsMagical little place. Fun place to learn and explore. Great hiking paths and gardens. Oh the places you will go.Written July 18, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- randy ccincinnati236 contributionsEasy access with parking across the street. Wonderful view of the river and Roebling Bridge. The plantings are awesome.Written October 19, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PhotoXaviThe Cincinnati Region57 contributionsThis is a huge park, with a gorgeous arboretum (wedding and engagement shoots are common there!), a public treehouse, playground areas, party areas (with picnic tables, shelters, etc.), a fantastic frisbee golf course, and some robust hiking trails. You could go again and again, and do very different activities every time!Written July 2, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rspene sCincinnati, OH581 contributionsNice place to relax, play some tennis, do some walking, running or whatever, many things to see around the area, it's a bit of a drive to get to anywhere to eat, but it's a great place to visit, maybe even bring your own food and picnic, great for kids and families or alone to read, relax, or people watch.Written August 19, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cincinnati
- These places are best for nature & parks in Cincinnati:
- Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
- Smale Riverfront Park
- Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum
- Riverwalk
- Krohn Conservatory
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- These are the best places for groups seeking nature & parks in Cincinnati:
- Smale Riverfront Park
- Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum
- Riverwalk
- Eden Park
- Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
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