Overview
Loveland, The Sweetheart of Ohio is located in Hamilton County, Ohio, near Cincinnati.
6 sights · 5 things to do · 7 places to eat · 6 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Loveland
Loveland Castle
Local resident Harry Andrews built a stone castle on the banks of the Little Miami River in Loveland, Ohio. The castle reflects architecture of medieval castles, because there is no working plumbing and at least one well…
Greater Loveland Historical Society and Museum
Loveland Frog
An alleged man sized frog that lurks near the roads of Loveland. While not likely real, many locals put stock into it.
Loveland Stage Company
The Loveland Stage Company has several productions scheduled for each season and has an up-to-date schedule on its website.
Little Miami Scenic Trail
Walk, Run, or Cycle on this rail trail.
Historic Downtown Loveland
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 23°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Cincinnati)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- LUK Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, Cincinnati — 14 mi away. Directions
- CVG Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport, Cincinnati / Covington — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions
I-275 provides the easiest access to Loveland, take the Loveland/Indian Hill exit, #52.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Historic Downtown Loveland, Greater Loveland Historical Society and Museum
- Lunch LaRosa's Pizzeria
- Afternoon Little Miami Scenic Trail, Loveland Canoe & Kayak
- Dinner Paxton's Grill
- Evening Narrow Path Brewing Company
Day 2
- Morning Grailville, Maritain Gallery/Schickel Studios
- Lunch Skyline Chili
- Afternoon Castle Skateland, Loveland Bike & Skate Rental
- Dinner Toot's Restaurant
- Evening Bee Jay's Lounge
Day 3
- Morning Loveland Castle, Loveland Stage Company
- Lunch The Works
- Afternoon Loveland Frog
- Dinner Kirby's
- Evening Paradise Sports Bar
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
Photos
Map
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Understand
Loveland is a small city in Hamilton County, Ohio, outside of Cincinnati.
Get in
By car
I-275 provides the easiest access to Loveland, take the Loveland/Indian Hill exit, #52.
By train
Amtrak, All trains arrive and depart from Union Terminal/Cincinnati Museum Center.
By air
The closest airport is located in Cincinnati.
By bus
Public transportation bypasses Loveland, however, buses do stop in nearby Milford and Symmes Township. Renting a car would prove to be much more reliable and easier than relying on public transportation.
Get around
By bike
On foot
See
See Historic Downtown Loveland
See Grailville
The center desrcibes itself as dedicated to promoting feminism, and a center for spiritual and cultural understanding.
See Maritain Gallery/Schickel Studios
See Loveland Frog (Loveland Lizard)
An alleged man sized frog that lurks near the roads of Loveland. While not likely real, many locals put stock into it.
Do
Buy
Shop Rozzi's Fireworks
Don't blow off a hand with these colorful fireworks. Rozzi's is a famous institution providing services for every single fireworks display in Southwest Ohio. If purchasing fireworks you will have to leave the state to use fireworks, because it's against the law to use most fireworks in Ohio.
Eat
Eat LaRosa's Pizzeria
A Cincinnati based pizzeria founded by former boxer Buddy LaRosa.
Eat Skyline Chili
A Cincinnati area favorite and must eat.
Eat Toot's Restaurant
In its heyday, Toot's was a great burger joint that was lively and saw crowds and servers dancing atop bars. Now, the place isn't as popular or fun, but decent burgers can still be had.
Drink
Drink Loveland Dairy Whip (Whippy Dip)
Serving soft serve desserts since 1955. Has sundae concoctions with names like Peanut Butter Krusher, the E.T. Parfay and the Clown. It's recommended to try the Chocolate Mountain - chocolate ice cream, hot fudge, chocolate pudding, whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles.
Drink Cappy's Wine and Spirits
Cappy's is more than just a store, on a warm summer night you can have a pint or two from their featured tap beers on the patio by the river. It's pretty great.
Drink Narrow Path Brewing Company
Sleep
While lacking the selection of nearby Cincinnati, Loveland does have two hotels in town.
Stay Hilton Garden Inn
Stay Sleepy Hollow Inn
Go next
- Deerfield Township
- Maineville
- Mason
- Milford-Miami Township, both the City of Milford and Miami Township border Loveland.
- Cincinnati
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