World-class. It’s an adjective used to describe everything from fine wine to great architecture. And it’s the high standard Cincinnati USA uses to evaluate how to put its best foot forward. Cincinnati USA is the home of worldwide business and industry leaders, sought-after international events, renowned arts and culture, and a global world view and influence that impacts every neighborhood and every business. Cincinnati USA has evolved into a world-class destination, with the infrastructure, events, venues and experienced professionals to match.
About Cincinnati
Taxes
- How much is the total cumulative hotel tax? 19.3%
- How much is the F&B tax? 6.5%
- How much is the average F&B gratuity? 24%
Airport
- How many miles from the airport to downtown? 12 miles
- Is there public transportation, such as a bus or subway available? 3.6 miles free Connector Streetcar, Cincinnati Metra (bus), The Airporter (airport shuttle)
- How much does the public transportation cost? $2
- What is the shuttle bus fare from the airport to downtown? $2
- What is the taxi fare from airport to downtown? $34
- How many daily flights in and out of the airport?165 daily flights
- Is the airport a hub for any carrier? Delta
- What are the major carriers serving airport? Delta, Allegiant, American, Frontier, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Hotels
- How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak night? 3,200
- How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak within walking distance to convention center? 3,200
- How many headquarter hotel properties? 4 with a brand new 700 room Marriott arriving in 2028
- Can you list hotels by rating?? 5 star, 4 star, 3 star? 4 star hotels – Hilton, Hyatt Regency, Westin, Renaissance, Marriott
Convention Center
- How many total gross square feet of exhibit space at Convention Center? 195,000 sq. ft.
- How much of this exhibit space is contiguous? 195,000 sq. ft.
- How many total gross square feet of meeting space is available at the Convention center? 240,743 sq. ft.
- How many meeting rooms does the convention center have? 39
- How big is the largest meeting room? 18,249 sq. ft.
- How many ballrooms does the convention center have? 2 that can be broken into 6 smaller ballrooms
- How big is the largest ballroom? 40,000 sq. ft.
- When was the last renovation or expansion? We just completed a $240mil renovation/expansion in January of 2026
- When is a future renovation/expansion scheduled? N/A
- Is there free Wi-Fi at the convention center? Yes, in the lobbies and public spaces
- Is there an exclusive in-house Electrical provider? Yes – handled through Event Services at the facility
- Is there an exclusive in-house AV provider? No
- Is there an exclusive in-house decorator? No
- Is there an exclusive in house caterer? Levy
- Is the convention center a union property? No except for F&B operations
- If union property, can you provide estimated pricing list? N/A
Off Site Venues
- How many off site venues within walking distance can host up to 2,000 people? 7
- How many off site venues within a ten-minute bus transfer can host up to 2,000 people? 7
- How many restaurants are within walking distance of the convention center? 45+
- Can you list local attractions and there whereabouts?
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
The Banks District (Great American Ballpark and Paycor Stadium)
Elm Street Plaza, Cincinnati Zoo