Best Family Vacation in Cincinnati

Cincinnati is about far more than just Skyline chili and baseball. Cincinnati vacations for kids still allow plenty of fun for every member of your family. Your family can enjoy Coney Island, some of the great parks, amazing food and fun museums before returning to one of the kid-friendly hotels in Cincinnati to relax.

There are literally dozens of things to do in Cincinnati, starting with a wonderful zoo and botanical garden to visit. Children will adore watching the animals and looking at the beautiful trees and flowers in the gardens. On a hot day, grab an ice cream or snow cone and rest among the scenery for a few moments.

As you create your family trip plans in Cincinnati, include a visit to Skyline Chili. Cincinnati is famous for this; it's what helped to put this popular city on the map. Your whole family will enjoy a meal at this iconic restaurant. Schedule your visit in the evening near dusk to get one of the best views of Cincinnati at night.

If you're looking for places to go in Cincinnati to get a little education lesson in while on vacation, make a stop at Duke Energy Children's Museum at Union Terminal. With quite a few interactive activities to keep kids engaged, parents can spend some time viewing the displays and exhibits.

Saving a little money for special activities is possible with the numerous free things to do in Cincinnati while on vacation. Viewed stained glass art at the Kaleidoscope Stained Glass Studio or take a hike through Big Bone Lick State Park. The State Park is also a great opportunity to learn something new as you view each fossilized animal. Try some of the interesting Cincinnati tours for a change of pace at family attractions such as Harriet Beecher Stowe's house and the Greater Cincinnati Police Museum. Your whole family could have a picnic as they explore Devou Park, Boone County Arboretum at Central Park and the Fifth Street Gallery.

After a day of fun and sightseeing, you'll need to find places to stay in Cincinnati to rest your head. The Westin Hotel Cincinnati is one such option. One advantage about this location is that it is right near Fountain Square, where you and the kids can enjoy running through sprinklers and getting a little wet. This hotel also connects to Carew Tower, the Cincinnati Convention Center and Tower Place Mall. This pet-friendly establishment happily accommodates your youngest family members by supplying cribs, rollaway beds and refrigerators in your room.

Near downtown and slightly away from the hustle and bustle are several other places to stay in Cincinnati such as Great Wolf Lodge Resort, Residence Inn and Holiday Inn. The attractions and entertainment that you desire are just minutes from hotels and convenient stores and restaurants are within walking distance as well.

Cincinnati vacations for kids will have everyone in the family energized and ready to relax by the end each day's explorations. A truly enjoyable and memorable time is waiting for the whole family.

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