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Cincinnati Art Museum

953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-639-2995
Ranked #3 of 66 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 89 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Ballets
Owner description: One of the most prestigious art museums in the country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atop an Eden Park hill, is well-known...... more » Owner description: One of the most prestigious art museums in the country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atop an Eden Park hill, is well-known for its 19th-century European and American paintings, but also contains numerous other works including an outstanding pottery gallery. « less
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Daphne, Alabama
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

There are thousands of pieces of art. This is a world class Art Museum. It is housed in a building that was built in 1928. There is NO admission fee and parking is validated. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Great exhibits, went with work for a meeting which was very informative. Had the opportunity to see the exhibits while we were there, simply great. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Take advantage of a current exhibit; usually top rated. See if a docent guided tour is available; otherwise seek out your favorite art era (American, European, Asiatic, etc.) If you are a visitor to Cincinnati, catch the Cincinnati Wing which will show you Cincinnati art works that made Cincinnati the Athens of the West. Cafe dining is good, indoor and... More

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Kentucky
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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The building it's self is amazing. Once you go through the doors, it is just wonderful! Art of every kind. Kids even have an opportunity to create their own work of art. Nice place More

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Haverford, Pennsylvania
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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This is one of the oldest art museums in the US and worth every minute you can afford to walk its stately halls and stairways. We were particularly interested in an exhibit of Art Nouveau jewelry and glasss when we visited. Even bought a lovely blue/purple vase to remember the exhibit by. More

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Independence, Kentucky
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

The museum itself has a great quality and diversity of art and exhibits, however the staff are less than helpful. We arrived with my preschooler and were told we couldn't have his diaper bag with us (?) but we weren't informed they offered strollers for free for children. Then as we walked around we were yelled at because we carried... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Cincinnatians are blessed with a world class Art Museum with an incredible collection of Antiquities as well. It's free because of early citizens with the means donated sums so that the musem is endowed..forever. A true jewel in the Queen City's crown. More

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Cincinnati, OH
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Everything is free except for special exhibits and parking, but there are plenty of world-class works of art. A must for all art lovers. More

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Cincinnati
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

This is a gem for the city of Cincinnati. The art is fantastic and the special exhibits are always beautiful and informative. Admission is free; however, they "ding" you about $4 for parking. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

I'm used to big city museums and only went here for the temporary Nick Cave exhibit. What a great surprise to find the museum was a real gem throughout. More

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