Cincinnati, OH · Capacity: 65,515
Home of the Bengals on the Ohio River waterfront in downtown Cincinnati. The open-air stadium's views of the river and Kentucky skyline make it one of the NFL's most scenic settings for a game.
Paycor Stadium sits on the Cincinnati riverfront, home of the Bengals and their “Who Dey” chant since 2000. The striped end zones and a resurgent team have brought the noise back to the banks of the Ohio.
It's part of the riverfront district by Great American Ball Park, walkable to The Banks bars and restaurants.
Below are the Cincinnati stays, restaurants and bars fans use around Paycor Stadium.
Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
Contemporary art museum and boutique hotel in a converted downtown Cincinnati building. Walking distance to Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park, it offers a unique cultural stay for fans visiting the city's riverfront stadium district.
Stylish boutique hotel in a restored 1910 department store just across the river in Covington, Kentucky, with stunning views of the Cincinnati skyline. A quick walk over the Roebling Bridge to both stadiums, it offers a quieter alternative with rooftop cocktails and upscale Southern dining.
Hotel Covington sits in the heart of Covington, Kentucky, just across the Roebling Suspension Bridge from downtown Cincinnati and a short walk to both Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park. The restored historic building's rooftop bar overlooks the Cincinnati skyline, creating the best views in the metro area — and Kentucky bourbon prices make the bar tab a pleasant surprise.
Luxury Autograph Collection hotel in a beautifully restored 1909 building overlooking Lytle Park in downtown Cincinnati. A premium stay for visiting fans with easy access to Paycor Stadium, Great American Ball Park, and the bars of OTR.
Downtown Cincinnati landmark hotel operating since 1882 with impeccable service and classic American luxury. Bengals and Reds fans stay at this Curio Collection property for its walkable proximity to Paul Brown Stadium, Great American Ball Park, and Over-the-Rhine nightlife.
Hotel in The Banks with the AC Upper Deck rooftop bar, directly across from Great American Ball Park.
Covington-based brewery with a rooftop bar overlooking the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River. Bengals fans crossing the Roebling Bridge from Paul Brown Stadium make this their post-game celebration spot for locally crafted beers and stunning river views.
Massive riverfront brewpub at The Banks entertainment district, steps from both Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park. Moerlein revives historic Cincinnati brewing traditions with house-brewed lagers and a sprawling patio overlooking the Ohio River — perfect for pre-game crowds.
Massive craft brewery in a historic Over-the-Rhine bottling plant with a sprawling taproom, rooftop bar, and games. A short walk from Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park, it is the definitive Cincinnati pregame brewery.
Craft brewery housed in a stunning converted 1850s church in Over-the-Rhine with soaring ceilings and stained glass windows. One of Cincinnati's most unique drinking experiences and a must-visit for Bengals and Reds fans exploring OTR.
The Comet in Cincinnati's Northside neighborhood is the city's beloved neighborhood dive — cheap beer, pinball machines, and a welcoming mix of creative types, working-class regulars, and sports fans who prefer authenticity over atmosphere. Bengals and Reds fans in the know seek it out for the cold Hefeweizen, rotating food trucks, and the kind of Cincinnati-specific community that no franchise bar can replicate.
Rooftop bar atop the AC Hotel at The Banks with full skyline views and easy ballpark access.
Boca European Café in downtown Cincinnati serves a wine-forward menu of small plates, charcuterie, and bistro classics that has become the post-game destination for Reds and Bengals fans seeking something more refined than a sports bar. The warm, European atmosphere makes it the ideal place to debrief after a tight game over a well-chosen bottle.
Acclaimed fried chicken and craft beer hall in Over-the-Rhine serving what many call the best fried chicken in Cincinnati. A fan-favorite pregame stop for Bengals and FC Cincinnati supporters heading to Paycor Stadium or TQL Stadium.
Cincinnati's legendary rib house on the Ohio River, a favorite of presidents and sports stars since 1951. Located near the downtown stadium district, it has served everyone from Bob Hope to countless Bengals and Reds players over the decades.
Upscale gastropub in Over-the-Rhine famous for gourmet hot dogs, charcuterie, and craft cocktails. Walkable to both Cincinnati stadiums, it has become a trendy fan-favorite for elevated pregame dining in the Queen City.
No Cincinnati sports trip is complete without a Cincinnati-style chili at Skyline Chili, served over spaghetti and topped with mountains of shredded cheddar. Bengals and Reds fans swear by the three-way chili as the ultimate pregame fuel, and multiple locations near the stadiums make it easy to squeeze in a visit. Locals are evangelical about their chili and love welcoming first-timers to the tradition.
The original Skyline Chili near downtown is a sacred Cincinnati ritual — no Bengals or Reds trip is complete without a 3-way or cheese coney.
The riverfront plaza connecting Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium features statues, plaques, and tributes to Cincinnati sports legends that form a self-guided walking tour through the city's athletic heritage. The promenade is a beloved pregame ritual for fans walking between the two stadiums on back-to-back game days.
Sitting on the banks of the Ohio River with views of the Kentucky hills beyond center field, Great American Ball Park is one of baseball's most scenic stadiums and a proud showcase of the Reds' historic franchise. The stadium's Reds Hall of Fame and Museum adjacent to the ballpark makes it a full-day baseball destination for fans of America's first professional team.
Tour the riverfront home of baseball's first professional team with a behind-the-scenes walk through Great American Ball Park. The guided tour covers the press box, Reds dugout, warning track, and the scenic concourse overlooking the Ohio River and Kentucky hillside beyond the outfield.
Home of the Reds with stunning Ohio River views, a riverboat smokestacks outfield, and the adjacent Reds Hall of Fame celebrating baseball's first professional team.
America's largest collection of Italianate architecture turned into Cincinnati's hottest neighborhood, packed with breweries, restaurants, and Findlay Market.
Home of the Cincinnati Bengals on the banks of the Ohio River, Paycor Stadium offers stunning waterfront views and houses one of the NFL's most resurgent fan bases following the Bengals' recent Super Bowl run. The Who Dey Nation fills the orange-and-black stadium with one of the loudest crowds in the AFC.
Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati is tracked across 8 events and seats 65,515 fans. Here's how fans build a trip around it:
Structured facts on this page (capacity, opening year, architect, ownership) are compiled from public reference databases and verified against venue coordinates.
Nick Lachey have been spotted at Paycor Stadium.
Paycor Stadium has a capacity of 65,515 people.
Paycor Stadium opened in 2000. It was designed by NBBJ.
Cincinnati Bengals plays home games at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.
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