ZINZINNATI - Octoberfest, Skyscrapers, Beer! PICS

[montecarloss]

Cincinnati, home to the world's largest Octoberfest outside of Munich.

The weather was perfect, the food was incredible and the beer summed it up, couple that with rides, skyscrapers and open container drinking and I couldn't of asked for a better day.

We moved to Cincinnati in June and have had people ask me why not Chicago, Boston or San Francisco? Well the pictures below should help. With a festival of some sort going on every weekend, we have been none stop. Cincinnati is truly a hidden gem that is greatly underrated. I am just glad I discovered it.

At last I present, Cincinnati.

Pictures are big, but trust me they are worth the wait!

http://www.oktoberfest-zinzinnati.com/

Proctor & Gamble World Headquarters (known as the Twin Towers locally)

Enjoying Food, Beer and SKYSCRAPERS!

Skyscrapers and Rides? Is this a dream? Someone pinch me!

Schmidt's - Home of the famous footlong Brat's, They were out of Columbus, Ohio. They were $4 and worth every penny!

Yes and I am glad I am here! Thank You Cincinnati!

Morning News overlooking Fountain Square

Souvenirs anyone?

Reflection of my favorite tower - SCRIPS CENTER!

What would a beautiful day like yesterday be without a trip up Carew Tower?

As you can see, this is what is left of Cinergy Field. The National Underground Freedom Center is progressing nicely below (yellow wall with flag) and the Reds Hall of Fame is being constructed next to the new ballpark. The surface lots will one day turn into "The Banks" which is a condo, parking garage, restaurant, bar area. Newport and Covington Kentucky are what you see on the other side of the Ohio River.

With the Beautiful Union Terminal Train station in the rear which is now a world class Museum Center, City West sits center of the picture. These incredible urban homes are brand new with more under way. They replaced Laurel Projects and incorporate mixed income living from low income to wealthy lawyers.

Flag attop 574 Foot Carew Tower - Cincinnati's tallest skyscraper

Recently renovated observation deck shows off its new paint.

More Rides...

Taft Theatre

People People People, Octoberfest Cincinnati draws 500,000+ people.

Fountain Square

So great to see the streets of Cincy packed with people.

Even the suburban soccer moms came to the city to taste the great German food. Oh yes and lets not forget about the BEER!

The mighty Carew Tower, built in 1931 it is 574 feet tall and Cincinnati's tallest.

Steelers Fans on Fountain Square? Yes, there were many Steelers fans downtown that came for the football game and beer.

Chicken Hats anyone? $10 a hat

http://www.chickenhat.com

[Frank]

Nice pics, Monte. Oktoberfest is a great time. Ever been to it in Munich? It's great; absolutely unbeleivable.

[montecarloss]

Never been to Germany, but would like to one day as it is on my very long list of cities to visit.

[PghUSA]

Nice! I think Cincinnati is the best Oktoberfest there is (and thats saying something coming from a Pittsburgher!)