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Explore Over & Under the Rhine: Cincinnati Central Business District Tour
Explore Over-the-Rhine, a historic neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, on a guided walk and streetcar ride that covers about one mile and stops at topside highlights like Findlay Market, Music Hall, Washington Park, and the site of the Miam-Erie Canal; along the way you’ll learn the neighborhood’s underground history with aboveground stops at the pre-Prohibition lagering cellars of the Lafayette Brewery and the abandoned subway beneath Central Parkway, then descend three stories to the former fermentation and cold-storage caves of the Gerke Brewery (note: the underground section requires navigating steep stairs and is not recommended for young children or those with stair difficulties, and anyone may remain topside), before concluding a few blocks from our start with a round of pints at a nearby taproom in the Central Business District.
About this activity in Central Business District
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Explore Over-the-Rhine’s layered history on a one-mile walking route and a short streetcar ride to topside landmarks like Findlay Market, Music Hall and Washington Park.
- Discover hidden infrastructure and brewing heritage as you visit the former Lafayette Brewery lagering site and Cincinnati’s abandoned subway beneath Central Parkway.
- Descend three stories into the Gerke Brewery’s cold-storage caves dating to the 1850s - a rare, immersive underground experience in the neighborhood.
- Finish back near the start with a visit to a local taproom for a pint of Cincinnati craft beer, with soft-drink options available if you prefer.
Important Information
- This tour involves stairs and uneven surfaces; it’s not recommended for young children, guests with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or those who have difficulty with steep stairways.
- You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to comfortably navigate the topside walking sections and the underground descent.
- Service animals are allowed and public transportation options are readily available nearby for easy access from the Central Business District.
- The underground portion includes tight stairways and low-ceiling spaces; anyone uncomfortable can remain topside and rejoin the group afterward.
Meeting Point
Meet at the main entrance of Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine (street-level). Look for the guide near the market kiosks a few minutes before the scheduled start time; the route proceeds by streetcar to nearby topside landmarks and then to the subterranean sites.
Includes
- You’ll finish the tour with a stop at a nearby taproom in the Central Business District, Cincinnati, where you can enjoy a pint of local beer.
- If you prefer not to have alcohol, soft drinks are available so you can still relax and socialize at the taproom.
Other
- Service animals are allowed, making the experience accessible for guests who travel with them.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can reach the meeting point and taproom using local transit.
- This activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries due to physical demands.
- This activity is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; please consider your fitness and medical needs.
- You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to participate comfortably in this experience.
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Very informative and personalized tour. We were the only participants and the guide made it a great experience.
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We had a great time exploring the area with Mike! Tour was informative, interesting and engaging! Mike was very conscientious and helpful!
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Good informative tour, Mike did a good job telling us about the history, the beer cellar was soo cool. Also I had a flat tire on the way down and they were very accommodating with last minute switching to a later time although in the end we made it!
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You’ll walk about one mile and ride the streetcar to topside landmarks like Findlay Market, Music Hall, Washington Park, and the site of the Miami-Erie Canal. Along the way you’ll learn about the neighborhood’s underground history, including views of the Lafayette Brewery lagering facility and Cincinnati’s abandoned subway beneath Central Parkway, plus a visit three stories below to the Gerke Brewery cellars.
You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness: the itinerary includes roughly one mile of walking, a streetcar ride, and a series of steep stairs to reach the Gerke Brewery cellars, which may be challenging for those with mobility, spinal, or cardiovascular concerns.
The experience concludes a few blocks from the starting point at a local taproom where you’ll enjoy a round of pints or non-alcoholic drinks, giving you a chance to sample local beer after the tour.
The tour covers major sightseeing spots that appeal to families, such as Findlay Market and Washington Park, but the three-story descent into the Gerke Brewery cellars involves steep stairs and isn’t recommended for young children. Anyone who prefers can remain topside during the underground portion.
Yes-your guide highlights the neighborhood’s subterranean past, stopping at topside locations tied to underground sites like the Lafayette Brewery lagering facility, Cincinnati’s abandoned subway under Central Parkway, and the three-story Gerke Brewery fermentation and cold-storage caves.
Yes-public transportation options are available nearby and the tour itself includes a streetcar segment to reach major topside landmarks, making it easy to connect from the Central Business District and surrounding areas.