Streetcar & Findlay Market Tour: 3 Restaurant + 3 Market Stops

About this activity

Join us for an exciting afternoon on the Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour, where delicious bites, rich history, and vibrant neighborhoods come together in one unforgettable experience! This 3-hour culinary journey includes a mix of walking, riding the streetcar, and relaxing at 3 sit-down restaurants—plus more tasty stops at the iconic Findlay Market.

What’s on the menu? From a fresh signature salad to Cincinnati cheese coneys to gourmet burgers, Mexican street tacos, or bangers and mash at a beloved Scottish pub, every bite is a flavor-packed surprise. Our restaurants vary from day to day, but the quantity and quality remain the same!

As you explore historic Over-the-Rhine, your local guide brings Cincinnati’s fascinating past to life—with stories about German immigrants, quirky city facts, and hidden gems along the way.

With just .5 mile of walking over 3 hours, this tour is fun, filling, and totally manageable. Come hungry, bring your curiosity, and get ready to eat like a local!

Itinerary

1. Fountain Square · 15 min

   Fountain Square is the center of downtown Cincinnati. The centerpiece is the huge Tyler Davidson Fountain. See and experience a secret feature of the Tyler Davidson Fountain.

2. Carew Tower · pass by

   Carew Tower is a 49-story, 574-foot Art Deco building completed in 1931 in the heart of downtown. It is being remodeled into luxury apartments. The architecture and history is amazing.

3. Contemporary Arts Center · 10 min

   Hear the story of the world-famous architect of the Contemporary Art Center. The center is free and open to visitors on select days.

4. Aronoff Center for the Arts · 5 min

   The Aronoff Center is a large performing arts center in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Events that can typically be found at the Aronoff Center include: plays, ballet, popular music concerts, stand-up comedy shows, and musicals. The center was designed by renowned architect César Pelli and named in honor of Cincinnati native and Ohio senator Stanley Aronoff.

5. Stop 5 · pass by

   Central Parkway is one of Cincinnati's major parkways in a citywide network envisioned in the 1907 park plan by George Kessler. Extending along the former route of the old Miami & Erie Canal, central Parkway was developed in conjunction with a rapid transit railway, which was to run in a tunnel created in the old canal bed, however, the subway was abandoned mid-construction and never completed.

6. Over-The-Rhine · pass by

   Over the Rhine is a 360 acre historic German neighborhood just a few blocks north of downtown Cincinnati. It is filled with beautiful Italianate architecture and home to Music Hall and Washington Park.

7. Stop 7 · 10 min

   Cincinnati is a city of murals that tells the story of its famous residents, places and moments! Along the way, your guide will point out story-high colorful outdoor murals that each have a unique story to tell!

8. Washington Park · pass by

   Washington Park is an eight acre oasis filled with fountains, stately trees, a bandstand, dog park, playground, refreshment area and sports lawn.

9. Cincinnati Music Hall · pass by

   Cincinnati Music Hall, built in 1878 is home to Cincinnati symphony, ballet, opera and Pops Orchestra. This beautiful Victorian Gothic Castle like structure is a Cincinnati icon.

10. Findlay Market · 30 min

    Findlay Market, built in 1851 is Cincinnati's last standing market. It was named one of the best 10 Markets in the Country by Newsweek magazine. It is patterned after a German Market and meant to serve the immigrants north of the city limits. It has been beautifully maintained and home to a large number of vendors.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: Meeting Point: Arrive at 12:45 p.m. at Fountain Square, 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH. We will gather in front of the entrance to 5/3rd Bank, at 38 Fountain Square Plaza. It's easy to spot. Please arrive on time. Please don't be late and make others wait.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Vegetarian and vegan options are available with advance notice.
• A moderate amount of walking (.5 mile) is involved in addition to the streetcar
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Bring a water bottle for hydration and umbrella if desired
• This is a wheelchair accesible tour, but an aid or family member may be required to help with the distance between stops.
• We can accommodate most food allergies if we have advance notice. Call if special foods are required..

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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