Top Ten Scenic Cincinnati Overlooks

It is said that Cincinnati is built on seven hills, like Rome — the city is actually named for Roman agrarian and military general Cincinnatus — but the reality is we have plenty more hills, heights and neighborhood names that begin with “Mount” than that. The alternating peaks and valleys of the city create excellent views from a variety of vantage points. There are about 50 classified scenic overlooks throughout the Tristate and many other secret spots from which to see the lights of the city and the winding Ohio River.

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Devou Park Overlook // 790 Park Lane, Covington

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Devou Park Overlook // 790 Park Lane, Covington

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View from Newport hill // North end of Home Street across from the Baptist Convalescent Center

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View from Newport hill // North end of Home Street across from the Baptist Convalescent Center

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Holy Cross-Immaculata Parish // 30 Guido St., Mount Adams

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Holy Cross-Immaculata Parish // 30 Guido St., Mount Adams

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Covington Flood Wall // North end of Riverside Drive, Covington

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Covington Flood Wall // North end of Riverside Drive, Covington

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Liberty Hill // Follow the steps through Liberty Hill from Milton Street to Boal Street

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Liberty Hill // Follow the steps through Liberty Hill from Milton Street to Boal Street

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Olden View Park // 2610 W. Eighth St., Price Hill

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Mount Echo Park // 202 Crestline Ave., Sedamsville

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Mount Echo Park // 202 Crestline Ave., Sedamsville

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Prospect Hill // Milton Street, Prospect Hill

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Prospect Hill // Milton Street, Prospect Hill

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Main Street Steps // View from the Main Street steps between Mulberry and Seitz streets, Over-the-Rhine

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Main Street Steps // View from the Main Street steps between Mulberry and Seitz streets, Over-the-Rhine

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Fairview Park // 501 W. McMillan St., Clifton

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Fairview Park // 501 W. McMillan St., Clifton

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