Entertainment Alternatives in Cincinnati OH

There is no shortage of things to do in Cincinnati! The famous Coney Island Amusement Park, located just south of the Lunken Airport, has over 20 classic kiddie and family rides, from the 50-foot drop of the Scream Machine to the 36-foot diameter antique-style Grand Carousel, and much more! The city's many museums include the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and the Cincinnati Fire Museum. The Drake Planetarium and Science Center offers lots of educational fun for the whole family. The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, the second-oldest zoo in the United States, has many wildlife exhibits. 700 species make their homes at the Cincinnati Zoo, which is world-renowned for its breeding program, and is nicknamed "The Sexiest Zoo In America". The city also has numerous parks perfectly suited for a large number of recreational activities, from hiking to biking and more, while numerous music venues and theaters offer excellent choices for artistic entertainment.

Cincinnati is home to 7 major sports venues, two major league teams, six minor league teams, and hosts five college institutions with their own sports teams. In baseball, the Cincinnati Reds were America's first professional baseball team, turning from an amateur club to a professional team in 1869 as the Cincinnati Red Stockings. The historic international men's and women's tennis tournament, The A.T.P. Masters Series Cincinnati Masters, is also based in the city. The Cincinnati Kings (men's team) and LadyHawks (women's) play outdoor soccer, while the Cincinnati Excite is a men's indoor soccer team.