Most Instagrammable Spots
If you didn’t post it—did it even happen? Get the best slow-your-scroll shots at these locations throughout the city.
Smale Riverfront Park
166 W Mehring Way
This 45-acre park located downtown has plenty of cool and unique features guaranteed to grab attention. Porch swings? Check. Carousel? Check. Giant chime foot piano? Check. Labyrinth? Check. You get the idea.
Union Terminal
1301 Western Avenue
Once a bustling train station, this Art Deco icon is now the home of the Cincinnati Museum Center. For Insta-worthy images, you’ll find a massive fountain outside and plenty of distinct architecture inside.
Krohn Conservatory
1501 Eden Park Drive
From desert and tropical plants to orchids, bonsai, and more, you won’t be short on subject matter here. Along with its permanent collection, this peaceful location hosts special events throughout the year including a butterfly exhibit and winter wonderland.
American Sign Museum
1330 Monmouth Avenue
Dedicated to the history of commercial signs and sign-making, this museum is filled with glowing neon signs of yesteryear. After posting your favorite pics, check out Neonworks of Cincinnati where you can watch tube-benders making signs for sign companies today.
New Lines Phase 11: Bolivar Alley Mosaics
Off Pendelton Street, between E 12th and E 13th Streets (park at casino and walk over)
Another Artworks Cincinnati mural project has transformed this alley into a street art gallery exploding with shapes, patterns, and colors.
Cincinnati Fire Museum
414 Richmond Street
This museum houses the most comprehensive firefighting history in the United States. Located in a historic firehouse, its cherry-red doors present the perfect backdrop for a photo-op.