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Cincinnati Christmas Streetcar Food Tour

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Best Cincinnati food tour

Progressive Meal!

Christmas fun in Cincinnati

Festive Fun in downtown Cincinnati

Cincinnati Food Tour

Festive Holiday Atmosphere

Best Cincinnati food tour

Progressive Meal!

Christmas fun in Cincinnati

Festive Fun in downtown Cincinnati

Cincinnati Food Tour

Festive Holiday Atmosphere

Best Cincinnati food tour

Progressive Meal!

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Sat. Nov. 28- Sun. Dec. 20 ~ 1 PM Enjoy 7 food stops & 1 craft beer, featuring food from around the world Walk and ride the streetcar through 3 unique neighborhoods Visit the historic Findlay Market Be entertained with stories of the past and the origins of the dishes

Itinerary

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From Thanksgiving to Christmas, it’s Downtown Dazzle time in Cincinnati and what better way to see and taste your way through the city than on a Riverside Food Tour! We gather at 12:45pm on Fountain Square in front of the Tyler Davidson Fountain. Come early or stay after if you want to join in the fun on the ice-skating rink!
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Enjoy gliding through town on the Cincinnati Connector. It's warm and cozy as we ride by festive shops and city parks decorated for the season.
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This is a tasting tour around the world! First, we’ll enjoy a Cincinnati favorite, a dish to warm you up! Did you know chili was brought to Cincinnati by the Greek immigrants from Macedonia? Next, step inside a Scottish Pub, and enjoy hearty pot roast, gourmet mac and cheese and a Scottish ale. Enjoy a ride on the streetcar through Over the Rhine and enjoy four more treats at historic Findlay Market. We’ll sample Argentine empanadas, a Belgian waffle, festive cheese, fudge, and a Polish pierogi. We'll return to Fountain Square for our final treat at Graeter's Ice Cream.
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Ride the streetcar to historic Findlay Market for four holiday treats.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
2 to 14 people
Price starts at
$79
Languages
English
Meeting Point
38 Fountain Square Plaza
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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

Frequently asked questions

No, tours are given in rain, shine, hot or cold weather. Normally, we are inside 70% of the time. In the event of bad weather, we will limit the outside time as much as possible. Nevertheless, please dress appropriately. In the event of a snow emergency, we would text or email you beforehand if the tour had to be canceled, rescheduled or refunded.
We include seven food stops on this progressive dining tour. Four of the stops are hearty, savory foods and three stops provide lighter tastings, such as a whole Belgian waffle, cheese, fudge and ice cream. Come hungry!
We walk a little, stop, sit, and taste over the course of 3 hours. The Christmas Streetcar Tour involves walking 15 minutes from the first restaurant to the streetcar. At Findlay Market, we walk from store to store. There are chairs to sit and rest. The total amount of walking is less than half a mile over 3 hours.
We welcome families with children on all our tours! In our experience, children 10 and older, interested in history will enjoy the tour. Children five years and younger are free, but do not receive any food. Parents may share or bring snacks. The streetcar is stroller-friendly. Children ages six and older require a ticket. Since it depends on the child’s age and attention span, we leave it to the parents to decide whether a 3-hour walking/streetcar tour is appropriate for their child.
Wear warm, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Bring an umbrella if needed, and cash for gratuities or small purchases.
Yes, the restaurants and Findlay Market have restrooms available.
Yes, there are opportunities to purchase alcoholic beverages at the first restaurant, at the outdoor beer garden at Findlay Market, and at the final restaurant.
Our guides greatly appreciate tips. Most guests tip their tour guides between 10-20%. Your tour price does include a 20% gratuity for the staff of our restaurant partners, but NOT for your tour guide. Another way to demonstrate your appreciation for a fantastic tour guide is by leaving a 5-star review that mentions them by name, which earns them a paid bonus.

Things to know

Parking

The Fountain Square Underground Garage is located directly under the meeting spot, 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati OH 45202. There are entrances on Vine Street driving south and Walnut Street driving north. Your guide will be standing near the large fountain.

Dietary Restrictions & Alcoholic Beverages

Vegetarian dishes are available upon booking. It is a challenge to provide special dishes for those who require gluten-free, lactose-free, lo-carb foods, or those with nut/food allergies, Celiac disease or diabetes. It is best to contact us directly. Beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) may be purchased at the various locations. Ice water is served at all sit-down restaurants.

Recent Reviews

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Alan Grace
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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
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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
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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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