Cincinnati Christmas Streetcar Food Tour





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Progressive Meal!

Festive Fun in downtown Cincinnati

Festive Holiday Atmosphere

Progressive Meal!

Festive Fun in downtown Cincinnati

Festive Holiday Atmosphere

Progressive Meal!
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Why take this tour?
For 4 weekends only, immerse yourself in the festive spirit of the holidays on the Cincinnati Christmas Streetcar Food Tour.
Beginning Saturday, November 28th, the Cincinnati Christmas Streetcar Food Tour is guaranteed to fill you with good cheer, plenty of seasonal food and “memory-making” fun! Isn’t it nice that we do all the work so you can sit back and enjoy?
This tour is ideal for families, couples, and friends seeking a unique holiday experience. With a variety of delicious dishes and a guided exploration of Cincinnati's vibrant downtown, this tour promises to be a highlight of your holiday season.
Book your spot today and create unforgettable memories with Riverside Food Tours. Our knowledgeable guides and carefully curated stops ensure a delightful and stress-free experience, allowing you to focus on the joy of the season.
- Walk and ride the streetcar through 3 neighborhoods with a friendly local guide who will share the history of the city with interesting stories and fun facts. Our guides are certified tourism ambassadors who love our city!
- Dine at two unique restaurants and enjoy the history of the local establishments.
- Seven food stops and a small Scottish Ale are included in the ticket price and provide an ample meal!
- See and hear stories about the history of Cincinnati and the unique dishes featured on the tour.
- Experience multi-story murals throughout the tour and ride the streetcar.
- Stroll through Findlay Market and enjoy multiple tastings from one of the many vendors.
- Receive a food guide with a streetcar map, a list of restaurants, and advice from a friendly guide.
- Our promise is to fill you – both mind and body!
Included
- Guided Tour
- Progressive Lunch
- Food Guide and Streetcar Map
Excluded
- Parking fees
- Gratuities for Your Guide
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Parking
Dietary Restrictions & Alcoholic Beverages
Recent Reviews
Alan Grace
December 21, 2025
We did the Cincinnati Christmas Streetcar Food Tour with Jackie and had a fantastic time! Each stop along the way was very tasty and Jackie was a fountain of knowledge on each stop and the history of the area. We would highly recommend the tour to anyone looking for a fun activit…
GJ Peters
December 21, 2025
Jackie was a great tour guide for the Christmas Food Tour. She shared her encyclopedic knowledge of downtown and OTR. So, we learned some things, ate good food, rode the streetcar, met other people and found new places to eat. Jackie running and catching the streetcar and holding…
Lisa
December 10, 2025
Our group had the best time on our Christmas Streetcar Food Tour! Beth was a terrific guide and the food was amazing. 😊 I highly recommend any of the Riverside Food Tours!
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