Cincinnati Reds road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
🎟️ Cincinnati Reds tickets
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✈️🚗 Getting to Great American Ball Park
Nearest major airport is Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) — about 11 mi / 16 min from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Cincinnati Reds play?
The Cincinnati Reds play home games at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
What airport do you fly into for a Cincinnati Reds game?
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) is the closest major airport, about 11 miles (18 km) from Great American Ball Park — roughly 16 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Great American Ball Park?
Game-day parking starts around $10 USD. Cincinnati street meters are free all day Sunday and from 9pm-8am other days, which covers Sunday games and post-game hours on weeknights.
How do you get to Great American Ball Park without a car?
Free Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar - Station 1 at The Banks is steps from the ballpark on a 3.6-mile downtown/OTR loop.
How much is a beer at Great American Ball Park?
A standard beer is estimated at about $7.70 USD, 2026; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. Cheaper option: 3-2-1 Tuesdays: 12 oz beer, every Tuesday home game, limit 2 per transaction (official, 2026). A regular hot dog is about $6.50 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ Great American Ball Park fan guide
Best seats
Lower level between the bases with Ohio River views; the sun/moon deck and riverboat smokestacks are fun touches. Upper 400s cheap. Sit lower for the views.
Parking
Riverfront garages/lots around the park (The Banks); walkable downtown. Streetcar nearby. ($15–30)
Getting there
Walk from downtown Cincinnati / The Banks; the Bell Connector streetcar serves downtown. Riverfront location.
Bar scene
The Banks entertainment district right by the ballpark (between it and the football stadium) is the pre-game hub; OTR a short streetcar ride.
Pre-game bars
- The Banks — Bar/restaurant district right by the park.
- Over-the-Rhine (OTR) — Cincy's best bar district, short ride.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Beer$10–14
- Cincinnati chili$10
- Goetta$9
Insider tips
- Walk from The Banks
- Watch the smokestacks fire on homers
📺 Where to watch the Reds
Local / regional TV: Reds.tv (MLB Local Media)
National (US): FOX / FS1 · NBC / Peacock · ESPN · TBS / truTV · Apple TV · Netflix · MLB Network. Full TV guide →
🧳 Make a trip of it — Cincinnati
Riverfront, chili on spaghetti, and steep hills with great views.
- Cincinnati chili — Skyline or Gold Star, 'three-way'.
- Cincinnati Art Museum — Free admission.
- Eden Park — Overlooks the Ohio River.
🧭 Combine it into a road trip
Also in Cincinnati: Cincinnati Bengals · Cincinnati Bearcats · FC Cincinnati · Cincinnati Cyclones
Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)
Also nearby: pro, minor & junior
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