Explore Cincinnati's macabre past with flashlight tours of historic sites
2 Hours
Pint of beer, flashlight
Trace Cincinnati's true-crime history on a seasonal outdoor walk through stories of grave robbing, murder, and mayhem. Explore rarely opened historic spaces by flashlight as you uncover the city's darker past.
Full refund with 48 hours' notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: 2DT52W
Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable closed-toe footwear. The route includes paved and unpaved surfaces; avoid sandals and other open-toed shoes.
The Darkside of Brewing Tour runs rain or shine. Dress for the conditions.
Ages 10+ only. The true-crime and gruesome content may not be appropriate for younger children.
Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, 111 West McMicken Ave.
Cincinnati's brewing history runs deep, and these tours do a genuinely impressive job of bringing it to life. Guides like Kanah, Jack, Lisa, and Rory come up repeatedly in reviews, praised for their depth of knowledge and ability to keep groups engaged and entertained. The history spans architecture, brewing culture, and city identity, so there's real substance here beyond just bar hopping. The tours vary in focus, from the popular Built on Beer walking experience to the Bruckmann Brewery tour with its lagering tunnels and artifact collection. One thing worth knowing for those with mobility concerns: the Jackson Brewery cellar portion involves a steep staircase with quite a few steps, though skipping it is an option. For everyone else, it tends to be a highlight. Locals, first-time visitors, and history buffs all seem to get something meaningful out of the experience. The guides clearly take pride in what they do, and that enthusiasm comes through consistently across the different tours on offer.
Fantastic Built on Beer tour lead by Jack who was very informative. We loved all the facts he shared and the sites he showed us.
Devon Brubaker
September 1, 2026
Fantastic Built on Beer tour lead by Jack who was very informative. We loved all the facts he shared and the sites he showed us.
Devon Brubaker
September 1, 2026
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