Experience Cincinnati’s bold flavors and local flair on the Queen City Food and Drink Tour, a lively walking adventure that brings the city’s culinary scene to life. Stroll through vibrant neighborhoods as you sample signature dishes, creative bites, and expertly crafted drinks that showcase Cincinnati’s rich food culture. From iconic local favorites to hidden gems loved by locals, each stop offers a taste of what makes the Queen City one of the Midwest’s most exciting dining destinations.

Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour blends food, fun, and fascinating stories about the city’s history and evolving culinary identity. Guests can sip and savor their way through multiple stops, discovering how classic comfort dishes meet innovative new flavors. Perfect for food lovers, locals, and visitors alike, this experience delivers an authentic taste of Cincinnati that’s equal parts delicious and memorable.

Tour Route *Subject to Change*

Stop 1

Begin at Findlay Market, Cincinnati’s historic public marketplace and one of the oldest continuously operating markets in the country.

Stop 2

Indulge in a decadent handcrafted chocolate treat from one of the city’s most beloved artisan chocolatiers, known for timeless techniques and rich flavors.

Stop 3

Savor a piping hot pierogi, a comforting potato dumpling made from a cherished family recipe that brings generations of flavor to every bite.

Stop 4

Hop aboard The Connector, Cincinnati’s modern electric streetcar, for the first of two relaxing rides through the heart of the city.

Stop 5

Explore the vibrant Over-the-Rhine district, uncover stories of the city’s proud German heritage and enjoy a scoop of Oprah’s favorite ice cream to cool down.

Stop 6

Sample Cincinnati’s legendary chili, a unique dish with surprising Mediterranean roots that’s become a local institution.

Stop 7

End with a warm Belgian waffle while admiring the iconic John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, the engineering predecessor to New York’s Brooklyn Bridge — and as always, enjoy a flavorful Secret Dish to complete the journey.

Signature Drinks

Carmel Latte
Red Cream Soda Hard Seltzer
Local Craft Beer

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: 21+
• Physical limitations: Must be able to comfortably walk for approximately 3 hours at a leisurely pace

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: This is not an experience for children
• Individuals with disabilities: This experience is wheelchair accessible and service animals are allowed
• Dietary restrictions: Food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: Approximately 3 hours; tour may go slightly longer based on participant engagement throughout the experience
• What’s included: Curated food tastings at 7 different stops and 3 locally crafted drinks
• Who will be present: A local guide will lead the tour; up to 12 participants may join
• Photo/ video: Guests are encouraged to take their own photos during the experience

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes in advance
• Parking: Public parking is available nearby
• What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes recommended
• What to bring: Personal water bottle, phone/camera, ID for legal drinking age verification
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No changing rooms, but stops will be made for bathroom breaks

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for any other experience in our marketplace, free of charge, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.