Family Fun
THE BEACH WATERPARK
2590 Waterpark Drive
Mason, Ohio 45040
(513) 398-SWIM or (800) 886-SWIM
For
families wanting to splash in the sun, the 35-acre The Beach Waterpark
has something for everyone. With luch, tropical landscape, sparkling
waterfalls and 2,600 tons of clean white sand, you'll feel like you're
in paradise. The Beach features 49 thrilling water attractions
including The Aztec Adventure, the only water coaster in the Midwest.
THE CHILDREN'S THEATRE
2106 Florence Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
(513) 569-8080
Since
1924, The Children's Theatre has entertained and educated children and
their families with new and timeless productions. Little minds grow in
imagination and wonder as they are exposed to professional theater,
perhaps, for the first time. Timed just long enough and engaging enough
to keep the attention of its young, valued patrons, The Children's
Theatre productions feature talented adult and child performers.
Performances take place at The Taft Theatre.
CINCINNATI ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS
3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45220-1399
(513) 281-4700
Opened
in 1875, the world-famous Cincinnati Zoo was recently rated the #1
attraction in Cincinnati and in the top 15 attractions nationally by
Zagat Survey. The Zoo features more than 500 animal species and 3,000
plant varieties. It is internationally know for its success in the
protection and propagation of endangered animals and plants.
CONEY ISLAND
6201 Kellogg Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45229
(513) 232-8230
In
continuous operation since 1925, Coney's Sunlite Pool is the world's
largest recirculating swimming pool with more than three million gallons
of water. Situated just along the scenic Ohio River, the pool area
includes sunning decks, six diving boards, slides, showers and locker
rooms, and restaurants. While there, families can enjoy a variety of
classic kiddis and family rides, miniature golf, and bumper and pedal
boats.
DUKE ENERGY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM AT CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
(513) 287-7000
The
Cinergy Children's Museum is one of the best children's museums in the
country offering hours of hands-on fun for kids of all ages. They can
climb, crawl, explore and learn about themselves and the world in nine
exhibit areas. Among the exhibits: Water Works features a winding, running river and hydraulic laboratory and The Woods encourages children to challenge their physical prowess and explore their imagination.
ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION
7379 Squire Court
West Chester, Ohio 45069
(513) 898-8000
Recently
named Ohio's Best Family Entertainment Center, this railroad-themed
facility offers more than two miles of tracks and 90 G-scale trains
depicting the history of American railroading. The facility also
includes the American Railraoding Museum, the Great Train Expo Center
and Imagination Junction, a 5,000 square foot play area with
interactive games and areas to climb, bounce and crawl. There is also an
entire section featuring Thomas the Tank Engine. Outside, weather
permitting, children can be their own engineer as they power
hand-cranked locomotives around a 300-foot track. The site also offers
seasonal attractions, visit the website for more details.
GREAT WOLF LODGE
2501 Great Wolf Drive
Mason, Ohio 45040
(513) 459-8885
The
official resort of Kings Island, Great Wolf Lodge offers even more
options for family fun. The hotel's gigantic indoor water park is
reserved exclusively for its guests, as is the outdoor pool. Other
features include an arcade, spa, nightly story time and the Cub Club
for children ages 12 and under.
KINGS ISLAND
6300 Kings Island Drive,
Kings Island, Ohio 45034
(513) 398-5600
The
364-acre fun-filled theme and water park is one of the most popular
seasonal parks in the United States. The park offers more than 40
state-of-the-art rides, a 15-acre water park, two award-winning areas
for children, lively musical productions, movie-themed attractions,
games of skill, and an assortment of dining facilities, snack outlets
and shops.
NEWPORT AQUARIUM
One Aquarium Way
Newport, Kentucky 41017
(859) 261-7444
From
the Kentucky banks of the Ohio River, Newport Aquarium visitors
experience some of the world's most intriguing waterways through five of
the world's only seamless underwater tunnels or over see-through
flooring. The aquarium has over 600 species represented by 7,000 marine
animals, 66 exhibits, 12 themed galleries, 17 larger-than-life murals,
and a 280,000 gallon shark tank.
TOTTER'S OTTERVILLE
4314 Boron Drive
Covington, KY 41015
(859) 491-1441
This
educational entertainment center is filled with "play to learn"
activities for children 10 and under. Located in the former Johnny's
Toys location in Covington, Kentucky. Indoor and outdoor play areas,
also available for group outings and birthday parties.
THE WEB EXTREME ENTERTAINMENT
7172 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd
West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 297-3991
You have a lot of choices for Cincinnati attractions. Come to
THE WEB, where you can get it all. For starters, we have laser tag,
go karts, mini golf, and mini bowling. On top of all of our
attractions, we offer one of the largest arcades in Cincinnati
where you can play to win prizes.