Ohio River

Locally known as the Purple People Bridge, the former L&N Railroad bridge was built in 1872 linking Newport KY to Cincinnati OH. The last train crossed in 1987 and the last automobile crossed in 2001. After a renovation including a coat of light purple paint, the bridge reopened to pedestrians as the Newport Southbank Bridge. At over a half mile long (2670 feet), it is the longest pedestrian bridge linking two states.

Second Street Bridge from the waterfront promenade on my way to board #forcastlex

A four-lane cantilevered truss bridge crossing the Ohio River between Louisville, KY & Jeffersonville, Indiana

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John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge

Walk along this historic bridge for excellent views, attend the annual June celebration and take a tour of the structure.

View of some murals across the Ohio River under a very cool bridge! #localsecrets #ohio

Smale Riverfront Park

Smale Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Cincinnati, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a baseball game.

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Underground Railroad Freedom Center during your trip to Cincinnati. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a baseball game.

Great American Ball Park

Catch an event at Great American Ball Park during your trip to Cincinnati. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a baseball game.

Paycor Stadium

Catch an event at Paycor Stadium during your trip to Cincinnati. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

Aerial Cincinnati Skyline Great American Tower at Golden Hour

Heritage Bank Center

Catch an event at Heritage Bank Center during your trip to Cincinnati. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

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Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront

668 W 5th St Covington KY

Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza

35 W 5th St Cincinnati OH

Hyatt Regency Cincinnati

151 West Fifth Street Cincinnati OH

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

609 Walnut St Cincinnati OH

Homewood Suites By Hilton Newport Cincinnati

201 West 4th Street Newport KY

The Westin Cincinnati

21 E 5th St Cincinnati OH

Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

151 Goodman St Cincinnati OH

AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks

135 Joe Nuxhall Way Cincinnati OH

Aloft Newport On The Levee

201 E 3rd St Newport KY

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