Car Rental - Cincinnati

 

Cincinnati car rental opens all the possibilities of the dazzling Queen City and fantastic day trips beyond.

Regal river views and grand green hills provide a spectacular backdrop for an adventure in this part of the Midwest.

We have car rental pick-up points across the city, including one at Cincinnati International Airport, around 12 miles from Downtown. Whether you arrive by plane or train, you’ll be exploring the area’s iconic bridges and renowned attractions before you know it.

You’ll find a wide range of vehicles to choose from. Why not select a spacious and comfortable hatchback for your holiday car rental if you’re traveling with the family? If you’re in town for work and looking for a business car rental, a practical city car may be the perfect way to travel to your destination.

Reserve your rental car in Cincinnati with Hertz, and you’ll have the option to explore more of Ohio – and drive over to Indiana and Kentucky, too.

Cinciannati Locations

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A Quick Guide to Cincinnati

Cincinnati Zoo and Gardens

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens

The second-oldest zoo in America is home to gorillas, snow leopards, cheetahs, and bears. You’ll wander alongside peacocks as you head to the reptile house – the oldest zoo building in the nation. Watch out for giraffes feeding and elephants taking a bath. The parking lot for your Cincinnati rental car is just across the street from the main entrance. 

Cincinnati Newport Bridge

Newport Southbank Bridge

Park up your Cincinnati rental car and head for the Purple People Bridge, where you can walk from Ohio across the border to Kentucky. Spanning the Ohio River and stretching for a remarkable 2,670 feet, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the impressive views.

Cincinnati Ball Park

Great American Ball Park

As well as watching a Major League Baseball game at the grand home of the Cincinnati Reds, you can also visit the Hall of Fame and Museum to take a trip back through this venue’s rich sporting story. 

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

69 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202

Located Downtown, a short hop from Aronoff Center and close to Taft Museum of Art, this boasts a contemporary gallery, a rooftop bar, a spa, and a hot tub. Indulge yourself with overnight valet parking for your Cincinnati rental car.   

The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection

311 Pike Street, Cincinnati, 45202

Blending classical and creative styles, Lytle Park prides itself on being an ‘urban oasis’ for guests. Situated in one of the city’s oldest districts, you can enjoy views of the Ohio River and the park from the rooftop.

Symphony Hotel & Restaurant

210 W. 14th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

This music-themed boutique hotel is minutes from Cincinnati Music Hall. The rooms, which are themed around composers, reside in a restored townhouse dating from 1871. Valet parking is available both long- and short-term for guests and diners, so you can leave your Cincinnati rental car in safe hands .

Sotto

Sotto serves inventive, rustic Italian cuisine in a cozy basement location. On the menu, you’ll find the likes of fusilli con ragu, risotto, and breaded pork loin. For dessert, you won’t want to miss the ricotta doughnuts. Valet parking is available for your rental car from 5pm daily.

Mita’s

Nestled in Downtown Cincinnati, this award-winning restaurant is named after Chef Jose Salazar’s grandmother. The menu features dishes including paella, tapas, and ceviche – as well as cheese and salt-cured meats. 

Tickle Pickle Restaurant

Music-loving foodies will be in their element at Tickle Pickle, which has a rock’n’roll-themed menu. Choose from innovatively named burgers, including Buns N Roses, Meatallica, and Breadzeppelin, made from 100% Aberdeen Angus beef or delicious vegan alternatives.

Yellow Springs

Pull on your hiking boots because Yellow Springs is where you’ll get a chance to explore a trio of state parks and nature reserves. It’s around an hour and 15 minutes away by road when you rent a car from Cincinnati.

Columbus

Head to the state capital to visit the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, as well as the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Don’t miss the Scioto Mile, a pretty strip of parkland on either side of the Scioto River.  

Indianapolis

‘Indy’ is just under a two-hour drive away in your Cincinnati car rental and home to the world’s largest auto racetrack – plus the White River State Park. There, among other attractions, you’ll find the city’s zoo. 

Driving In and Around Cincinnati

  • Broadway Garage (45202) is open 24/7, close to Taft Theatre, Lytle Park, and Taft Museum of Art.
  • Reds Parking (45202) is close to the Great American Ball Park, Ohio River, and Purple People Bridge.
  • Cincinnati Art Museum (45202) has parking adjacent to the Museum, with Eden Park and Krohn Conservatory nearby.
  • I-275 – this road circles the city, joining with the I-71 and I-75.
  • I-71 – passing through the center, this heads southwest towards Louisville and northeast towards Columbus before continuing to Cleveland.
  • I-75 – joins the I-71 in the south and heads north to Dayton.

Cincinnati to Louisville

It takes just over one and a half hours to travel from Cincinnati to Louisville in Kentucky, traffic-dependent. Take the I-71 S and follow it to your destination.

 

Cincinnati to Chicago

It typically takes around four and a half hours to reach the Windy City on the shores of Lake Michigan. Hop in your Cincinnati rental car and take the I-74 towards Indianapolis, followed by the I-65 N.