Welcome To

Cincinnati

Max Long Sales Manager, New Business Development

WE WANT YOU TO HAVE THE BEST. CONFERENCE. EVER. It’s a bold statement, but we have a dazzling city that can back it up.

KEY TAKEAWAYS TO LOVE CINCINNATI… Fortune 500 companies, short travel time, walkable downtown, Queen City can host, and affordable metro.

WE WANT YOU… to experience our region where heart, home and hustle combine. Where button-ups meet tatted-up. We’re proud to be a city defined by connection. Here, accessibility rules - by foot, scooter, car or streetcar, and conversations with Fortune 500 industry leaders are just a cup of coffee away. We’re dubbed the Queen City and our culture is vibrant and community diverse. Whether a transplant, visitor or native, each person’s unique story adds to Cincinnati’s rich past and bright future.

WE WANT YOU… to dream big in here, because we have convention centers, hotels, restaurants and entertainment districts to house even your most imaginative agenda.

WE WANT YOU… to create your own adventure in our unabashedly awesome city, whether planning a national convention for thousands or a family reunion for ten. Go ahead and make the Cincinnati region your personal playground.

COME MEET CINCINNATI. COME MEET [IN] CINCINNATI.

-VISIT CINCY

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5th and Elm Exterior of Cincinnati's First Financial Center

Downtown Convention District Transformation

Ready to explore what's next for Cincinnati's Downtown Convention District development? A completely modernized center reopened in January 2026. A new 700-room headquarters hotel will be connected by skywalk, and the new two-acre Elm Street… Explore More

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Cincinnati’s Premier Venue

Cincinnati’s downtown convention center underwent a $264M development to become the Midwest's best-in-class center.

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Hyatt Regency

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Discover the picturesque Queen City from the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, located in the epicenter of downtown Cincinnati. This 22-story downtown Hyatt offers a 24-hour business center, cardio room…

Discover the picturesque Queen City from the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, located in the epicenter of downtown Cincinnati. This 22-story downtown Hyatt offers a 24-hour business center, cardio room, wi-fi access, free boarding pass printing, web and kiosk check-in valet. The Hyatt Regency Cincinnati also features the Red Roost Tavern, a 3-meal dining facility, and a marketplace with grab-and-go items.

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Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza

National Historic Landmark and French Art Deco masterpiece. Located in the center of the city, walk to shops, stadiums and the First Financial Center. Official Hotel of the Cincinnati Reds, the AAA…

National Historic Landmark and French Art Deco masterpiece. Located in the center of the city, walk to shops, stadiums and the First Financial Center. Official Hotel of the Cincinnati Reds, the AAA Four Diamond hotel offers 40,000 sf of breathtaking event space. Consistently rated as Hilton's #1 food & beverage hotel in the United States. Their amenities lessen the stress of traveling with indoor heated pool, extensive workout facility, garage parking and free Wi-Fi. Dining options include an…

The Westin Cincinnati

The Westin Cincinnati Hotel overlooks historic Fountain Square Cincinnati and is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. The Westin is the perfect destination for things to do in Cincinnati…

The Westin Cincinnati Hotel overlooks historic Fountain Square Cincinnati and is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. The Westin is the perfect destination for things to do in Cincinnati and Cincinnati meetings. Their location is two blocks from the First Financial Center and a short walk to the city's famed restaurants, shops, museums, theater, and sports venues including the Great American Ball Park, Paycor Stadium, Hard Rock Casino, the Aronoff Center for Performing Arts, the…

Hotel Availability Overview

Below is an estimated block for suggested OCMA Dates:

January 18-20, 2028 or February 23-25, 2028

*Hyatt Regency offer only for January dates.

Hotel	Peak Rooms	Room Rate	Walking Distance from Convention Center
Hyatt Regency	75	$163	Adjacent
Hilton Netherland Plaza	75	$163	3 minutes
The Westin	75	$159	5 minutes

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Crowd at Fountain Square (photo: Louis Rideout)

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The Banks

Northern Kentucky (NKY)

Have Your Best Meeting Ever

Planning a meeting has never been easier with our experienced team on your side. We offer the resources necessary for a successful and enjoyable meeting experience in Cincy. Rely on the Convention Services Department to help manage every aspect of the event. We are proud of the reputation we have established with meeting planning professionals across the nation and look forward to building a relationship with you. The resources below are just a sample of how we can help you.

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal (photo: @photogdslavey)

Unique Spaces

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the Tyler Davidson Fountain in downtown Cincinnati

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Our Experienced Team

Our Visit Cincy Convention Services team are pros at making your event - and you - wildly successful. We’ll come alongside from the first phone call to the final toast as you celebrate your meeting close. Let’s partner together to connect your team in new ways. Let’s give your attendees their best meeting ever.

Aimee Ritter, CTA Convention Services & Housing Manager

Email

ARitter@VisitCincy.com

Phone

513.632.5383

Michael Sauer, CMP, CTA Director of Convention Services

Email

MSauer@VisitCincy.com

Phone

513.632.5387

Transportation

We’re reimagining how you access Cincinnati. So pick your preferred mode of transport and we’ll provide ways to get to and around our thriving streets. Easily accessible and beautiful? Now our Queen City’s just showing off.

Fly

The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) averages 150 daily departures with nonstop service to over 50 domestic and international destinations.

Drive

Three major interstates directly connect you to our downtown and ample, secure parking.

Bus & Train

Greyhound offers the largest intercity bus service. The Cincinnati Greyhound station is located 20 minutes north of downtown Cincinnati. Amtrak’s Cardinal Line stops in Cincinnati three days a week. The Amtrak is located inside Union Terminal.

Convenience Meets Value

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is located just 13 miles from downtown Cincinnati!

• Located within 500 miles of 60% of the nation’s population

• Ranked one of the nation’s most affordable airports

• Ranked lowest fare airport in the Tri-State region

• Boasts 10 airlines and nonstop service to 60 destinations with 165 peak-day departures

The Official Airline of Visit Cincy

Voted #1 airline by Business Travel News for 15 years in a row, Delta easily connects you to your next Cincinnati adventure.

Conferences & Events program featuring point-of-sale discounts and the opportunity to earn incentives.

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Walkability

Deemed a ‘walker’s paradise’ with a walkability score of 98 , this compact footprint means lower transportation expenses and easier access to any item on your agenda. Sounds like a win-win to us.

Scooter & Bike

For a wind-through-your-hair experience, hop on a dockless Lime or Bird scooter, or pedal to your next downtown adventure on the Queen City’s bike share, Red Bike.

All The Wheels

Uber, Lyft & free e-car services, GEST, are all app-driven rideshares available to get you around. Hail a taxi, hop on the Cincinnati Metro bus or ride from Cincinnati to Northern Kentucky on the Southbank Shuttle.

Street Car

Our streetcar’s 3.6 mile loop connects you to unique venues, major businesses, hotels, arts and entertainment districts. With 18 convenient stations, experience your own downtown adventure from the Banks to Over the Rhine.

Cincinnati’s Seeing Green

And you will too when you host your meeting in Cincinnati. We have some aggressive goals surrounding climate action and sustainability efforts and that’s why the Queen City earned the title “Most Sustainable Region in the US.” Here’s where we’re headed:

• 100% Renewable Energy by 2035

• Build the largest city-owned solar array in the country

Our efforts were recognized by The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation which announced that Cincinnati will be the next location for its recycling initiative, Beyond 34: Recycling and Recovery for a New Economy. Find out more here and see why Cincinnati is a city of dreamers and doers.

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Inclusive Hospitality

Inclusive Hospitality is Visit Cincy's commitment to building and serving an environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity, or ability, feels a deep sense of belonging. It’s about fostering authentic connections, amplifying diverse voices, and ensuring accessibility and representation at every level of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County hospitality industry.

Learn more here.

Safety

In order to keep our city safe, here are some initiatives being followed by the Cincinnati Police Department and our community partners.

See more here.

Accolades & Awards

National accolades keep coming for Visit Cincy as a premier destination for conventions, meetings, and leisure travel. From USA Today, CNN.com, and Esquire to U.S. News & World Report, media outlets the world over are recognizing Cincinnati as a top destination for travelers of all ages and a community that celebrates diversity, innovation, arts, culture, and quality of life.

See a list of national accolades here.

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Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. See what people are saying about Cincy here.