I have had wonerful experencies at Fountain Square and I have had not so wonderful experiences. It all depends on the event and the crowd. The square itself is beautiful and taking the kids ice skating can be a real treat. I do not find the carriage rides to be all that good, the drivers have gotten worse over the course of the past several years and the rides shorter. No more talking about the sights, just driving. So know the event and be prepared. The tree lighting at Christmas is awesome but you have to really like crowds for that event.
Fountain Square should be a must to see when you are in Cincinnati. Walk around the Fountain, stop and have a drink in one of the bars , talk to some locals. Take in the view in the dark.
Took the kids to the square for ice skating on New Year's Eve. We all had a great time. 8$ a person 4/to skate 4/skate rental.
Great for a weekday lunch next to the fountain at one of the tables or attend one of their famiy movie nights, ice skating, or broadcasts of live sporting events. Coudn't be more covenient parking right below.
The weather didn't help. The numerous panhandlers didn't either. Might be nice in the summer. Average restaurants surround it.
First, the Fountain itself is stunning and a lovely piece of Cincinnati history. But, the square is also conveniently close to restaurants, food stands and there are often other activities in the square from music to ice skating in the winter. It's a great place for a fresh air lunch and to people watch. It is a nice hub of Cincinnati activity.
What a beautiful place to visit during the holiday season. The Christmas tree was all decorated and it really looked beautiful and stood out. There was an outdoor ice skating rink there as well. If you want to do the ice skating, you need to get there early. Plenty of food and shops around the square to keep you busy.
This place is ah-some. It is surrounded by good restaurants, shops, & street shops. Horse buggy ride is informative & enjoyable. Plenty of sitting places to enjoy.
We really liked the square and everyone was so friendly and helpful. The food was great and the sites were amazing
HAHA! I mean, I don't know how you can review a square. I guess it'll be reflective of the city itself, but... I'll try. The Statue in the middle is actually BREATHtaking. It's a gorgeous statue, and I would walk out of my way to where I was going just to see it. The square itself is a hub for all things downtown, Restaurants, businesses, Graeter's Ice Cream***, nightlife. It even is host to several events throughout the year, and even throughout the 2 weeks I was there. Contests, Concerts, Art installations, it was quite an adventure and you weren't sure what you were going to see when you walked by the Square.