Top Ohio Half-day Tours

Save time and money on this excursion that includes a guided tour of Cincinnati's top sights, from the banks of the Ohio River to downtown and Findlay Market; food tastings at some of the city's best restaurants, and an all-day streetcar pass so that (armed with some insider tips from your guide) you can spend the rest of the day exploring independently.

Cincinnati is home to a thriving culinary scene but, for visitors, it can be hard to choose where to dine. Take the guesswork out of your visit by joining this streetcar tour that takes you to several different restaurants and a food market across multiple neighborhoods to sample their best dishes.

If a standard history tour does not appeal, combine history with delicious food on this guided tour. Explore Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood and learn about the Italian culture that has held firm here for generations. Visit some of the area's best restaurants, some long-standing, some newer, and sample such typical dishes as pasta, pizza, and meatballs.

Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North also boasts a wealth of dining and shopping opportunities. The Short North is packed full of Columbus’ best restaurants, boutiques, bistros, and nightlife. This local food and walking tour is designed to show off some of the best that the Short North and Columbus have to offer. We’ll start at the North Market, Columbus’ historic public market, where we’ll meet some of the local food vendors and learn the history of the building. We will then stop at neighborhood eating establishments, sampling some of their signature dishes, and hearing their stories. Stops will include some neighborhood favorites, and some highly regarded new additions including Brassica, Jeni’s Ice Creams and The Guild House.

Discover more of Cincinnati’s rich culinary scene than you’d be able to alone on this half-day small-group food walking tour. Explore three different neighborhoods across the city, taking a streetcar between stops so you can cover more in less time. Visit family-owned eateries at Findlay Market, discover the Over-the-Rhine area’s German influences, and explore the riverfront developments of the Banks.

Tremont is a neighborhood of rich history, architecture, and cuisine. But, as a visitor, it can be tricky to choose which of its many great eateries to dine at. This walking tour explores Tremont's cuisine in depth — from its ethnic working class roots to the high-end gastronomic experiences now on offer — as you visit local restaurants to sample their dishes.

Combine a delicious brunch with a walking tour. This small-group Saturday morning experience will have you exploring one of Cincinnati's most history-rich neighborhoods by foot and by streetcar while enjoying great food along the way. You'll visit Over-the-Rhine and the historic Findlay Market and enjoy dishes from a range of local eateries.

Discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of German Village on this walking food tour. Explore cobblestone streets lined with beautifully restored cottages while sampling delicious dishes from local favorites. Highlights include tastings at Katzinger’s, a Food Network-featured deli, and Schmidt’s, known for its iconic cuisine. The tour concludes at Barcelona, where you can enjoy paella and sangria, providing enough food to replace a meal. This engaging 3.5-hour journey runs from March to November, accommodating vegetarians with prior notice and covering over 2 miles of walking. Perfect for food lovers and those seeking a taste of Columbus culture. - 3.5-hour walking tour of German Village, Saturdays & Sundays at 2 PM - Sample dishes from 5 popular eateries including Katzinger’s and Schmidt’s - Vegetarian options available with advance notice - Enjoy a delicious conclusion with paella and sangria at Barcelona

Our fun begins at the Cincinnati Lager House, where we'll have a flight of beers and take a short tour of the brewpub, before enjoying a freshly prepared brunch. Afterward, we catch a streetcar to Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, looking for relics of the city's brewing past, both large and small, often hidden in plain sight. We'll share stories of not only the breweries that helped to build the Queen City, but also the saloons where thirsty citizens gathered every day. Along the way, we'll visit the historic underground lagering cellars of the the Park Brewery, open for the first time to visitors in many years and only available through this tour! After our underground exploration, the tour stops in for a pint at the Lackman Bar, located at a pre-Prohibition saloon site, with many local favorites on tap. Finally, we'll catch the streetcar and head back to the Cincinnati Lager House. A flight of beers, brunch entree, and a pint at the Lackman Bar are included with the tour.

Explore Cleveland on this private combination driving and walking tour. Head off the beaten path and visit some of the city’s hidden gems as well as popular sights. Highlights include the house turned museum from “A Christmas Story,” Bridges of the Cleveland Flats, the Cleveland script sign in Edgewater Park, West Side Market, and more.

The Cincinnati Streetcar is an easy way to travel from Findlay Market to the Central Business District. This comfortable, modern streetcar follows a route close to most major downtown attractions, and our tour allows guests to experience some of the locally-owned restaurants along the line. Our combination of local history, good food, and small groups makes this the perfect introduction to any Cincinnati experience. Tour also available for private groups.

Experience an urban renaissance unlike any other in the U.S. See how 19th century Italianate architecture has been restored and how neglected buildings are now renovated restaurants, shops, and residences. Enjoy enough food for lunch during this 3-hour walking tour. Tour also available for private groups.

Bring your appetite for this 3-hour walking and eating tour in Mainstrasse Village located in Covington, Kentucky, just five minutes from downtown Cincinnati.  Linger in the German village, soaking up the charm of European architecture, a glockenspiel, cobblestone streets and fountains. Indulge in local treats, such as Bavarian pretzels, beer cheese, goetta chili dogs, homemade desserts, a tasting of local craft beer and much more!

Just a few blocks north of downtown Cincinnati lies Over the Rhine, a historic area founded by German immigrants. Sample the fare (and wine) at four local restaurants as your tour guide shares history and information about the neighborhood. Take a VIP tour of an urban wine cellar and window shop at the boutiques as you stroll between venues.

Discover the vibrant culture of Cincinnati’s Over-The-Rhine neighborhood on a small-group tour that combines culinary treats and local history. Traveling between six different eateries lets foodies sample a wide variety of ethnic cuisines. Along the way, a guide shares stories about the neighborhood’s diverse past and provides details you would likely miss on your own.

Gordon Square Uncorked is Cleveland’s wine night with wheels, built for girls night, birthday plans, date night, and anyone who wants something better than another basic dinner reservation. This 3.5-hour wine-forward experience connects two standout wine bars and a neighborhood cocktail lounge with premium golf cart rides between each stop. No buses. No boring tour script. No rushing your glass because the group is being herded to the next place. You’ll spend about 55 minutes to 1 hour at each stop, with time to sip, snack, talk, laugh, and actually enjoy the night. Between stops, ride through Gordon Square, Ohio City, and Hingetown with music on, LED lights glowing, and Cleveland doing what Cleveland does best. It’s wine bars, music, city lights, and premium golf cart rides wrapped into one very Cleveland night out. Perfect for girls night out, birthdays, couples, visitors, and locals who want a Cleveland night that feels different. No Napa needed. This is wine, Cleveland-style.

Columbus's culinary scene comes alive on the Alt Eats Tour, a guided journey through one of the city’s vibrant immigrant neighborhoods. Sample a range of international cuisines, including Filipino, Vietnamese, Yemeni, and Brazilian delicacies, while learning about their cultural significance. Perfect for food lovers, this van-based tour provides enough tastings to replace a meal, making it both a delicious and informative experience. Join a small group and enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned van as you explore the diverse flavors that Columbus has to offer. - 3.5-hour guided culinary tour every Friday at 6 PM - Sample dishes from 5 different international food stops - Vegetarian options available with advance notice - Comfortable 14-passenger van transportation included

Pints on the Patio is Cleveland’s sunny-season brewery patio experience, built for birthdays, friend groups, bachelor and bachelorette weekends, visitors, locals, and anyone who believes beer tastes better outside. Over 3.5 hours, ride between three standout brewery patios in premium, street-legal golf carts with leather seating, Bluetooth soundbars, LED lighting, and summer energy baked in. No parking shuffle. No long walks between breweries. No rideshare roulette. We roll your group straight to the patios whenever possible, with music on between stops and real time to enjoy each location. You’ll visit Forest City Brewery, known for its leafy beer garden and old-Cleveland charm; Nano Brew Cleveland, an Ohio City favorite with multi-level patio energy; and BrewDog Cleveland Outpost, a riverfront brewery with games, space, and golden-hour hangout vibes. It’s patios, pints, music, and premium golf cart rides wrapped into one very Cleveland summer day.

Discover the Wadi Rum desert with a local guide; let him explain to you the Bedouin traditions and the environment. Be amazed by the preserved nature, its colors, its silence, its fauna and flora (desert mice, foxes, camels, birds, etc.). Discover the scenery you saw in movies filmed here (like Star Wars, Dune, Lawrence of Arabia, and The Martian). Admire the traces of ancient history (Nabateens, Early Islamic, Petroglyphs). Enjoy traditional meals while listening to the stories of Bedouin families. Discover the stars, see the Milky Way like no other place, and sleep in a traditional tent with a balcony to chill and windows to wake up with the rising sun.

During this 4-hr tour, led by a guide with over 25 years of experience, you will get a thorough overview of must-see sights, as well as Cleveland's history, culture, arts, entertainment and architecture. The tour is perfect for anyone new to the city, or those wishing to learn more about it. You will see iconic landmarks, from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, to Playhouse Square, Cleveland's theater district showcasing the world's largest outdoor chandelier! There will be historically significant sites like St. John's Church, an important last stop on the Underground Railroad, and places of global significance, like Cleveland Clinic. We'll drive through colorful neighborhoods, including Little Italy, a hub for restaurants and art galleries, the revitalized Warehouse District, Ohio City and The Flats entertainment district along the scenic Cuyahoga River. Downtown, you will see our 3 professional sports venues and the reason why the Indians are now called the Guardians, and much more...

This 3-hour private tour in a comfortable SUV/van takes you to many of the best sights and views of Cleveland you won’t see from main street. Sit back and relax while we tell you some history and stop at a few destinations of significance. You will see how this once primarily industrial city is transforming itself into a modern and diverse city with great cultural, entertainment, and recreational assets.

Check out our selection of stops. Do you love to eat and experience new places? This tour makes stops at local markets, bakeries, and small food stores, offering unique specialties Not only can you shop but you will see popular city sights like Edgewater Park, Playhouse Square, and the city's cultural center, University Circle. (subject to time and places selected) Aladdin’s- Home of the pita, Mediterranean deli, and bakery Farkas Pastry Shoppe-Old world quality European desserts following original recipes Hansa Imports & Brewery-Specializes in imported goodies from Europe Michell’s Ice Cream-Cleveland famous in a former movie theater Great Lakes Brewery Kofie Cafe Brewnuts Asiatown Plaza - Grocery, natural herb retailer, gift shop, restaurants Koko Bakery Tink Holl Vienna Distributing-Famous for its corned beef, hot dogs and deli meats Rumi’s-Mediterranean & Turkish Groceries Corbo’s Muray Hill Market

Comfortable Roundtrip Tour from your hotel in Cleveland to Aurora Farms Premium Outlets - plays host to luxury boutiques and stores selling everything from clothes and accessories to cosmetics and home essentials. Its world-class boutiques showcasing collections from prestigious local and international designers make for a truly memorable shopping experience. Add to all these a unbeatable prices, and a handful of trendy cafés and restaurants, and what you’ll get is one of the best shopping destinations in and around the Cleveland. After you finish your shopping you will be picked up and will be delivered directly to your hotel in Cleveland. All our vehicles are fully licensed and insured. We are happy to provide child seats in our cars for all ages upon request. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers are well-dressed and unfailingly attentive to our guests. They speak English. They will greet you with a name sign and will help with luggage.