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Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes

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| Cincinnati, USA
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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Experience Cincinnati’s rich flavors on our Secret Food Tour through the city’s vibrant historic district. With 6+ tastings, you’ll discover why locals are so proud of their food traditions. Bite into a warm Goetta, egg, and cheese sandwich—an iconic Queen City breakfast favorite. Savor the legendary Taconey, then indulge your sweet side with handmade cake truffles, a golden Liège waffle, and the city’s most famous scoop: creamy Graeter’s ice cream. As you eat your way through hidden gems and beloved classics, your guide will share the stories, culture, and history that shaped Cincinnati’s unique food scene. And, as always, you’ll finish with our delicious Secret Dish, revealed only during the tour. Join us for a flavorful journey that blends tradition, comfort, and a touch of indulgence in every bite.

What's Included

  • Iconic Cincinnati Taconey
  • Handmade Gourmet Cake Truffle
  • Golden Liège Waffle
  • Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Gratuity
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

45202 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA

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End point

100 Theodore M. Berry Way
Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA

Our tour ends at the Sing the Queen City Sign at The Banks, located at 100 Theodore M. Berry Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

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Findlay Market

Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions, welcoming more than one million visitors each year. Open Tuesday through Sunday year round, it is home to more than 50 full-time merchants selling meat, fish, poultry, produce, flowers, cheese, deli, ethnic foods and more.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Washington Park

Washington Park is a 6-acre park in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati built on land that once hosted the city's Presbyterian and Episcopal cemeteries before it was acquired by the city from 1858 to 1863. Today, Washington Park welcomes millions of individuals each year from all over, hosting over 300 events annually, including live music, public markets, outdoor fitness classes, children's activities and more.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cincinnati Music Hall (pass by)

Music Hall, commonly known as Cincinnati Music Hall, is a classical music performance hall in Cincinnati, Ohio, completed in 1878. It serves as the home for the Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Opera, May Festival Chorus, and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra.
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Over-The-Rhine

Over-the-Rhine, also known as "Cincinnati's Rhineland", and the "Rhineland of America", is a German cultural district of Cincinnati, Ohio. Well-preserved 19th-century buildings pepper this historic neighborhood, making it among the largest, most intact urban historic districts in the United States. This onetime working-class German neighborhood is now home to craft breweries, hip gastropubs, and trendy bars.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Parkway (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 abandonded mid-construction and never completed.
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The Banks

The Banks is a mixed-use development along the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, on the land between Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park. The Banks Project represents the single biggest shift in thinking and developing the riverfront’s potential since the canal development started in the 1820s.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Great American Ball Park (pass by)

Great American Ball Park is a baseball stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It is the ballpark of Major League Baseball's Cincinnati Reds, and opened on March 31, 2003, replacing Cinergy Field, the Reds' former ballpark from 1970 to 2002.
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National Underground Railroad Freedom Center (pass by)

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is a museum in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, based on the history of the Underground Railroad. Opened in 2004, the center also pays tribute to all efforts to "abolish human enslavement and secure freedom for all people".
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Roebling Suspension Bridge (pass by)

The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Ohio River between Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky. When it opened on December 1, 1866, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world at 1,057 feet main span, which was later overtaken by John A. Roebling's most famous design, New York's Brooklyn Bridge, which opened in 1883 at 1,595.5 feet.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Iconic Cincinnati Taconey.
  • Handmade Gourmet Cake Truffle.
  • Golden Liège Waffle.
  • Legendary Graeter’s Ice Cream.
  • Classic Goetta, Egg & Cheese Sandwich.
  • Our Exclusive Secret Dish.
The following is NOT included:
  • Pick-up and Drop-off.
  • Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Iconic Cincinnati Taconey
  • Handmade Gourmet Cake Truffle
  • Golden Liège Waffle
  • Legendary Graeter’s Ice Cream
  • Classic Goetta, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
  • Our Exclusive Secret Dish
  • Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Gratuity

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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