Eden Park

A good way to get a feel for a city is to check out its parks and Eden Park is a gem! I decided to take a run through here to check it out and was really impressed.
It’s a bit of a climb to get up to the park but it’s worth it. The area around Mirror Lake and the Art museum is gorgeous. Then you can continue on around to the Krohn Conservatory, which I didn’t have time to visit but looks like it would be worth a trip.
There are maps located throughout the park to help you find your way and there were a lot of event listings as well so you know what’s going on. There’s a visitor center as well that you can use.
The views from the overlook at the top of Cliff Drive are stunning. You really have to see for yourself.
Throughout the park, the grounds are nicely kept. Oh, and I saw a fox cross the road at one point. Unfortunately it was carrying a dead mouse in its mouth and it dropped it when it saw me. Hopefully he or she came back for it after I passed.
Anyway, definitely put this on your list of things to do in Cincinnati. Bring your walking shoes (or hiking boots) and be prepared to climb and explore to get the most out of your visit.

Great little park to have a cute date and just walk around and talk. The walking area near the water does get dirty and gross but other parts, like the gazebo, are nice.

This is a gorgeous park with a great location and a lot to see and do. It overlooks the Ohio River and is home to the Krohn Conservatory, the Playhouse in the Park, and the Cincinnati Art Museum. The overlook is fantastic, providing some great photo ops, and there is a variety of gardens, statues, and trails throughout. Highly recommended!

It is a good place to do some walk. You could see the whole city view at the top of the park, which is nice to relaxation.

I LOVE visiting Eden Park. Located right next to Mt. Adams, this is the perfect plan for a walk, a run, or to enjoy one of the many events taking place. Just in the past summer, there have been multiple walks, the Red Bull Go Kart Derby, festivals and fireworks, and many private events. My favorite thing to do in Eden Park is walk up to one of the many scenic viewpoints. You can find great views of the river and down towards the East Side of Cincinnati! And in the winter, you can go ice-​skating on Mirror Lake!
Additionally, this park is perfectly adjacent to many of Cincinnati’s best attractions: the Cincinnati Art Museum, Playhouse in the Park, and the Cincinnati Krohn Conservatory. Visit one — or all three — of these attractions with a short walk in the park, and you have experienced a few of the true gems of Cincinnati!

Eden Park, in a word, is stunning. The overlook by the Ohio River is breathtaking. The gardens bloom gorgeous red, fuzzy flowers that I would describe as a botanical paradise. I savor the air. I slow down and admire nature all around me. Monarch butterflies flutter here and there. The best parking, in my view, is by the overlook. The parking lot by the gazebo has more spaces if you want to start at the lake or the trails!
I find the park a very family-​friendly attraction perfect for exercising, spending time with nature or with friends. I had an incredible, unforgettable experience. My several visits have been different each time. I feel that there is always new wildlife to see and nature to experience with others. If you enjoy nature, or like exercising with scenic views, definitely plan to visit while the weather stays nice!

I’ve been here 1000 times and have never thought to review it. Mirror lake is great for exercise and duck watching. The park has one of the best museums in the city nestled in it as well as a theater (for plays). I seen president Obama speak here as well as the annual butterfly exhibit at the Khrone Conservatory. There is a beautiful overlook across the Ohio river with wild birds and Italian sculpture. As far as parks go it’s good. It has lots of areas to run, bike and hike. There’s a basketball court and tons of other amenities that really make it a great place. I’ve live in a few cities and being from Chicago where everywhere is a park I really have come to appreciate this one. I always take visitors and children here as it is one of the most beautiful places in the city and leaves a really good impression. I’d encourage everyone to get out and explore this inner city gem.

Scenic views and great for picnics!
I came here for the first time over seven years ago to have a picnic at mirror lake. My husband (boyfriend at the time) were celebrating our one year anniversary and found this great spot. Mirror lake is a must-​see in Cincinnati when it comes to outdoor areas. The park has several lookout areas where you can view the river and NKY.
The park is great for walking, jogging, or taking your kids to the playground. Krohn Conservatory is also wonderful! I love seeing the butterfly exhibit every year. All in all it’s just a beautiful place to walk around year-​round.
Eden Park is also sentimental for me because my husband proposed there on the long brick bridge overlooking the river!

Quite a little gem in Cincinnati. Perfect location for cityscape view and sightseeing pictures. Plenty grass and trees made it a nice quiet place for family time.
For the tourists, the Eden Park is a must visit. Because of its location and altitude, at one side the park you can get a nice view of downtown Cincinnati, while other side overlooks the Ohio River. Both are perfect for sightseeing landscape pictures, or selfie with a nice background. Comparing with the downtown area, this location is great for photos, while easy to find a parking spot.
For the locals, the park got lots of green grass land, trees and Mirror Lake, all for a nice walk and fun time with kids. The swimming pool at the top of the hill cools off the summer. Krohn Conservatory in the park is also a fun place to visit and learn different plants.
As a tourist, I only spent a couple of hours here at the park, and already been impressed by it.

We were planning a surprise trip for some good friends of ours for their anniversary so we whisked them away to Cincinnati. While trolling the internet looking for sights and treasures, I happened across Eden Park. It’s a beautiful, HUGE park nestled in a cozy little part of Cincinnati called Mount Adams. Once I looked at it online it was obvious to me that this little area had to be included in our trip. It did not disappoint.
It happened to be excruciatingly hot the weekend we went, so we couldn’t stay out there for very long, but the time we did spend was fabulous. There’s a giant reflection pond and fountain with mystery art painted on the bottom (which I didn’t get a chance to see firsthand but everyone else did) and the grounds surrounding it were pristine. I found my comfy place next to another fountain that burrowed under some trees. It bore the scripture Amos 5:24, «But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.» I found myself paralyzed with peace while watching and listening to the water whilst reading that verse.
I recommend stopping by Eden Park if you’re in the Mount Adams area. It’s just a few blocks away from the amazing Cincinnati Art Museum.

Eden Park is so beautiful! Nice ponds to walk around with a lot of views. Whether you are looking at the plants and flowers or the overlook you won’t be disappointed!

5 stars for the beautiful park that it is. Minus two for the lack of policing. On the sunday afternoon my family & two dogs stopped by the twin lakes (overlook) area, there were massive parties, very loud rap music, drug use & apparent drug deals going on all around us. It felt terribly unsafe, and it certainly was anything but a relaxing family atmosphere. I think my dogs could have gotten high on the fumes!,
We got back in the car and found another spot in the park to walk in. Im unsure i’ll venture back into this section of the park.

One of my favorite parks in a city that’s got lots of them. Also one of the oldest and most historic parks in the city system.
Great place to jog, walk (even for strollers) or to visit the fountain, overlooks, Krohn Conservatory or the Art Museum.
In warmer weather there’s plenty of room for frisbee and you can ice skate on mirror lake in winter (look for the blue flag). In the fall you can see lots of deer and other wildlife and the leaves are gorgeous. Lots of places for photos.

Such a beautiful park, and it contains so many interesting things. The reason for that giant hole in the ground near Mirror Lake? It used to be a water reservoir! The bandstand has performances in the summer, including open air Shakespeare performances. Krohn Conservatory is a tiny but wonderful botanical garden.
My favorite spot in Eden Park is the little duck pond (Twin Lakes) just up the hill from Krohn — it has one of the best views of the river in the city. I also love the «wildflower trail» which starts across the street from Krohn, and is a little shortcut over to Mirror Lake.

I love Eden Park. It has a beautiful view. I often see people here taking wedding pictures or family photos. My favorite spot to sit is on the benches overlooking the Ohio River. It just seems like a really peaceful place, even though its in the middle of Cincinnati. The fountain and gazebo seem so romantic. I have seen a lot of people jogging and walking dogs here as well. What else can I say except it is very pictuesque and beautiful.

Another great Cincinnati park. The winding streets often confuse people so try to keep your eyes peeled for the many pedestrians/​runners/​Segway tours and even (gasp!) actual wildlife. I’ve encountered deer and even a little brown snake while walking through the park. There are plenty of great photographic spots and one will often see portrait sessions taking place in the park and around the surrounding landmarks: Art Museum and Krohn Conservatory.
Perfect spot for a picnic. At the Seasongood Pavilion performances take place on a periodic basis, so check the schedule. Parking is not bad, one might have to drive around and find a spot in one of the lots or at designated spots on the street.

A beautiful park with many mature trees. The mature trees allow for one to forget they are in the city. Eden Park is a beautiful location if you are looking to snap a few nature photos or even a family portrait.
With Krohn Conservatory and the Cincinnati Art Museum nestled inside, as well as all the other things that go on there in the warmer months, Eden Park is a great local resource. A wonderful park if one if looking for points of interest to fill the day. Depending on how much you like to walk, you may have to move your car a time or two.
If you go on a day that lots of special events are going on in the area the park isn’t as crowded.

Eden Park offers a little something for everyone, and is quite possibly the most scenic of all the Cincinnati parks. The art museum is top notch (and free) and watching Shakespeare in the park at Seasongood Pavilion is always a fun time. Krohn Conservatory is one of my favorite places in the city, especially in the wintertime. When my Floridian transplant self craves some greenery and humid air, Krohn is where I go to get my fix.
The actual grounds of the park are absolutely littered (in the best way) with monuments, gardens, scenic overlooks, ponds, and pavilions. The presidential grove features a tree for each president, and it’s a fun time to stroll through and read the plaques. The overlooks of the Ohio River are spectacular and the gardens are beautifully maintained.

Quite possibly Cincinnati’s best park.
Nestled snuggly between Mount Adams and Mount Auburn, Eden Park is home to a couple of five star attractions including Krohn Conservatory and the Cincinnati Art Museum, as well as the Playhouse in the Park. The park was the original site of the country’s first Observatory (which has been relocated to a site adjacent to another great Cincinnati park: Ault Park).
Visitors can enjoy Mirror Lake, the Spring House Gazebo, and the enviable architecture of the now defunct Greater Cincinnati Water Works Reservoir and Pump House. Feel free to take note of the spotted «Lazarus» lizards that climb the walls here. They are a locally protected species of Italian immigrants brought to the city by the children of the famed Cincinnati department store originators.
The park is often used both by runners taking a daily jog and by the runners of the Flying Pig Marathon (and Half Marathon); there are multiple overlooks to catch a glimpse of the Ohio River and downtown Cincinnati; and you can take a Segway tour through the park as well.

Eden Park gets quite crowded when the weather is nice. I think this is because there’s a playground for kids, so families like to come here. It can be hard to find parking.
This is always on people’s list of «Places to Take my Out-​of-​Town Friends Who are Visiting to Snap a Few Pictures.» View here is one of the best you can get in the area (along with Rookwood in Mt Adams, Devou Park in Covington, and the lookout in Ault Park). There’s a water tower too. My friends hiked (walked) up to the water tower took a picture and walked back down. The Krohn Conservatory in the park is small but worth visiting especially for younger kids.