Iconic spot in Downtown Cincinnati. Symbolic center of the city since 1871. It looks and sounds like it could be a great place to hang out, but you need to catch it at the right time and day. I visited on a Saturday early afternoon in July after it had been raining earlier in the day. The rain had stopped but it was deserted as was much of downtown Cincinnati. I assume it is very different if a sporting event is going on downtown or if there is music playing at night or if the sun is out and shining. I will look forward to experiencing it again some time under the right conditions.

I was in town for business and staying at the nearby Hilton. I was surprised that Fountain Square was so close, so I wandered over twice: once at lunchtime and once after dinner. They were having a Latin band performing in the evening and people were enjoying dancing and socializing. I probably wouldn't have known what this place was if it wasn't for the opening credits from "WKRP in Cincinnati" but I was glad I stopped by.

This is a very chill spot. Lots of food options near it. There was outdoor seating and a little bar stand with beer in the evening. We were there on a Monday evening and someone was hosting a pub-style trivia game that was a lot of fun. The fountain is stunning and is lit up at night.