Cruising around Cincinnati

Cincinnati sits in the southwest corner of Ohio near the border of Indiana and Kentucky. This puts it within with easy charter bus driving distance of vacation destinations in all three states. It’s also just a three-hour drive from the border of West Virginia, giving charter bus visitors even more destination options that are close by. A great way of moving in and around Cincinnati, and visiting some nearby destinations, is with a bus, charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Bus Charters Cincinnati.

Columbus is just over two hours and 100 miles by charter bus from Cincinnati, making it an ideal weekend getaway and a prime destination for longer stays without having to spend much time and money traveling to get there. Once there, Cincinnati charter bus visitors can tour the city’s historic German Village to enjoy the architecture and European-influenced shops and restaurants. Families with kids won’t want to miss the Center of Science and Industry, also known as COSI, named by Parents Magazine as the top Science Center in the country. Plant lovers will enjoy Franklin Park Conservatory with its exotic plants and permanent collection of glass art by renowned glass blower Dale Chihuly. Art lovers appreciate the Wexler Center for the Arts offers art exhibitions, performing arts and films and the Columbus Museum of Art. The city is home to the living history museum, Ohio Village; Ohio State University; Columbus Blue Jackets ice hockey team; and the state capitol.

Indianapolis is about 110 miles and a two hour charter bus drive west of Cincinnati. Charter bus visitors will love the Indianapolis canal through three miles of downtown where they can rent paddleboats or take a gondola ride. The canal is part of White River State Park on the White River, the nation’s only cultural urban state park, which includes the canal, White River Gardens, the Indianapolis Zoo, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Indiana State Museum, the NCAA Hall of Champions and the IMAX Theater. Pro sports fans may want to plan a trip around a competition of the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers, the Indianapolis Indians, Indianapolis Ice, and Indy Car racing. Arts and culture lovers will appreciate the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the Indianapolis City Ballet, Gregory Hancock Dance Theater,and Indianapolis Repertory Theater. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and Conner Prairie Living History Museum will appeal to families on a charter bus trip

Dayton is a quick 50 miles by charter bus from Cincinnati north on I-75. Aviation buffs and charter bus visitors of all ages will enjoy Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, highlighting the birth of aviation, along with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the National Museum of the United States Air Force. History buffs must see SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park, a national historic landmark, which was a settlement of American Indians. Arts lovers will appreciate the Dayton Opera, the Philharmonic Opera, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center, the Loft Theater, Dayton Art Institute and Dayton Cultural Center.

For a fun filled, fuss free trip to Cincinnati and other locations in Ohio, give Bus Charters Cincinnati a call to find out how they can help you plan your trip using one of their charter buses, and freindly, personalized service.

Dining delights in Cincinnati

Cincinnati is rapidly becoming a vibrant, exciting city to live and work in, and this vibe is reflected in the wide dining choices available. A good way of getting around Cincinnati on a dining tour is with a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Bus Charters Cincinnati. Travel through the city in comfort and style as your friendly and reliable charter bus driver takes you and your group on a tour of Cincinnati’s best dining places.
For some of the best steaks in Cincinnati, head over in your charter bus to the Precinct. Housed ia fortress of a building that used to be a police station, the Precinct is known for its steaks and seafood. Charter bus diners should try their grass fed rib eye steak, perfectly marbled without being overly fatty, or sample their bluepoint oyster, with its rich, velvety, meaty texture. Salad portions are huge, and practically constitute a meal in themselves. Other must tries include the Barrel-Cut Filet Mignon with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Freddie Salad, and Steak Collinsworth.
Maury’s Tiny Cove has been a Cincinnati West Side dining scene fixture since 1949. Decked out in the style of a 40s supper club, Maury’s exudes a vibe that makes charter bus visitors feel like life long regulars after one visit. The red vinyl booths are properly period, just right for enjoying those staples at Maury’s, a steak and a cocktail. Boasting an extensive menu of American favorites, most charter bus diners stick to Maury’s specialties, tender, juicy steaks, seafood and chicken cooked just right.
Charter bus visitors have always been impressed with the Rookwood Bar and Grill. Inhabiting a former pottery, this restaurant has been making waves in the local dining scene. The creative staff at Rookwood have come up with some very unique dishes, including Hanky Pankys on the appetizer list, French fries with Grippos seasoning and a crazy good Pork Belly Sandwich. For an odd twist to dessert, try the Beer Float, made with Jeni’s Ice Creams of Columbus. Dining options include the more formal main dining room, and step into the loft or one of the old kilns for a slightly more casual dining experience.
Cincinnati is rapidly becoming a cosmopolitan city, and this is reflected in the large range of ethnic restaurants in the city. For a taste of something different, charter bus visitors should try Emanu, which features eastern African cuisine. Focusing on dishes from Ethiopia and its neighbour Eritrea, dishes are served on communal plates, perfect for a large charter bus group to share a memorable meal. The menu focuses mainly on lamb and vegetables, with choices including Tsebhi Beghie, lamb simmered in red pepper sauce with onions and flavored with spices, Kilwa Sega, strips of marinated beef sautéed with onions, green pepper, and various chicken dishes.
For a gastronomic tour of Cincinnati, give Bus Charters Cincinnati a call to find out how they can help you plan your trip with a selection from their fleet of charter buses and friendly, personalized service.