Things To Do
Cincinnati Art Museum
You do not need to be an art buff to enjoy our gorgeous art museum! In walking distance to our wedding venue, this is a great (free) option to kill time in Mt. Adams before the wedding. Our art museum is so beautiful we even considered getting married here, we just wouldn't have been able to invite all of you and that was a dealbreaker! If you're looking for a little scenic exercise, we suggest trying the "Art Climb" followed by a walk around beautiful Mt. Adams. The Art Climb is a staircase that starts at the intersection of Gilbert Ave and Eden Park Drive and leads up to the museum. One of our favorite morning routines is to walk up the stairs to Mt Adams, look at the views and beautiful homes in the area, and end at Bow Tie Cafe for a coffee or tea.
Krohn Conservatory
Another Eden Park gem! The Krohn Conservatory is such a beautiful place, especially if you aren't a winter person. Walk in to the conservatory and you are suddenly in the tropics! Its located right in the middle of the massive Eden Park and is an all around beauty. Perfect place for a date or even just some alone time, and if you're a plant person you cannot miss this place!
Eden Park
This is one of our most visited parks because its practically our front yard (we wish)! You will likely drive through it on your way to the venue. We recommend driving up to the Eden Park Overlook and checking out the historic Gazebo before coming to the ceremony, both are great photo spots!
Ice Skating at Fountain Square
Since you're here in the winter, there's no better way to experience downtown Cincinnati than going ice skating in Fountain Square. What's more romantic than a date night getting hot chocolate and ice skating downtown?! If you are staying downtown you can also take the Streetcar (look at the next post for more info) which has a stop right at Fountain Square.
The Cincinnati Streetcar
The downtown streetcar can take you to some of the best places in Cincinnati. The streetcar is 100% free and follows a 3.6 mile loop through Downtown, OTR, and The Banks. So if you feel like checking out historic Music Hall and Washington Park, seeing a show at The Aronoff Center, taking a chance at the Hard Rock Casino, or you just want to go bar hopping, you need to check out the Street Car!
Devou Park
If you're like us and enjoy a good winter hike (and great views) Devou is the spot! It's just over the river in Covington, KY. If you drive all the way up to the top you will get one of the arguably best views of downtown Cincinnati, no hiking necessary! The trails here are some of our favorites, both for mountain biking and walking. Check out the Train Surfer or Benny Vastine trail if weather permits and you're up for some good nature time.
Ault Park
We went here on our first real date in April of 2021! Andrea grew up going to this park and we still come here often just to walk around, set up our hammock, or just to lay down a blanket and relax. Its a super accessible and family friendly park with beautifully manicured grounds and some well maintained trails. If you're looking for an easy walk while you're in town (even if its snowy and cold) this is a great place to go! The Valley Trail is mostly flat so even in the snow it's a pretty safe bet!
Our Favorite Places
Restaurants: Gomez Salsa (Walnut Hills) - Mexican (Get the Turtle... trust) El Barril - Mexican Kanji - Sushi Baru - Sushi & Cocktails Goodfellas - Bar & Pizza Mio's Pizza - Deep Dish pizza Strong's Brick Oven Pizza Maplewood - Breakfast The Echo Diner - Breakfast Coffee: Bow Tie Cafe The Fix Awakenings Roebling Coffee & Books Coffee Emporium Cocktail Bars: The Blind Lemon Anjou The Harth Room Casual Bars: Crowley's (Near the venue in Mt. Adams) O'Bryons Bar & Grill Mount Lookout Tavern