WKRQ Tower, Cincinnati

Name: WKRQ Tower
Address: Cincinnati, United States

#134 among attractions in Cincinnati

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Facts and practical information

The WKRQ Tower is a free-standing lattice tower with triangular cross section used by WKRQ and WKRC-TV as well as several other radio stations located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The tower was built in the early 1960s a period when numerous tall free standing steel lattice towers were being built across the United States including the WCPO TV Tower, the Turner Broadcasting Tower, the WHDH-TV Tower and the WITI TV Tower. The tower stands 294.6 m tall and WKRC's nickname in the 1960s was "Tall 12", a reference to the station's tower which is the tallest in Cincinnati. ()

Coordinates: 39°6'59"N, 84°30'7"W

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Mount AuburnCincinnati United States

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Day trips

WKRQ Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cincinnati Art Museum, Eden Park, Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, William Howard Taft National Historic Site.

~1400 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati
7 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Eden Park of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Art Museum stands as a beacon of cultural enrichment and artistic excellence. This esteemed institution has been a cornerstone of the city's cultural landscape since its inception in 1881, making it one...
0.5 miE
Park
Eden Park, Cincinnati
13 min walk • Eden Park, a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Cincinnati, Ohio, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to green spaces and cultural enrichment. This picturesque park, sprawling across 186 acres, offers residents and visitors alike a serene escape from the...
0.6 miSW
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, Cincinnati
17 min walk • The Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati strikes a chord in the heart of Ohio as an entertainment hotspot that echoes the legendary Hard Rock brand. Nestled in the vibrant downtown area of Cincinnati, this casino offers a dynamic gaming experience in a city renowned for its...
0.4 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
William Howard Taft National Historic Site, Cincinnati
11 min walk • William Howard Taft National Historic Site is a historic house at 2038 Auburn Avenue in the Mount Auburn Historic District of Cincinnati, Ohio, a mile north of Downtown.
0.4 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Cincinnati
11 min walk • The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is a regional theatre in the United States. It was founded in 1959 by college student Gerald Covell and was one of the first regional theatres in the United States.
0.6 miS
Monastery
Holy Cross Monastery and Church, Cincinnati
16 min walk • Holy Cross Monastery and Church is a registered historic building complex in Cincinnati, Ohio, listed in the National Register on September 13, 1978.
0.6 miE
Tower
Eden Park, Cincinnati
16 min walk • Eden Park Standpipe is an ornate historic standpipe standing on the high ground of Eden Park in Cincinnati, Ohio. The standpipe is a form of water tower common the late 19th century. It was listed in the National Register on March 3, 1980.
~1400 ftSE
Novelty architecture
Elsinore Arch, Cincinnati
7 min walk • Elsinore Arch is a registered historic structure in Cincinnati, Ohio, listed in the National Register on March 3, 1980. The building, at Gilbert Avenue and Elsinore Place, was constructed in 1883 for the Cincinnati Water Works.
~1750 ftSW
Museum
George Hunt Pendleton House, Cincinnati
9 min walk • The George H. Pendleton House is a historic house in the Prospect Hill Historic District of Cincinnati, Ohio. It was built in 1870 in the French Second Empire style.
~1910 ftW
Park
Hopkins Park, Cincinnati
10 min walk • Hopkins Park is a small 0.895-acre urban park in the neighborhood of Mt. Auburn, Cincinnati, Ohio. The land was donated by merchant Lewis C.
0.5 miE
Reportedly haunted
Gazebo, Cincinnati
13 min walk • The Spring House Gazebo is a historic gazebo of Eden Park within Cincinnati, Ohio, in the United States. Designed by architect Cornelius M. Foster and completed in 1904, it is the oldest enduring park structure in the Cincinnati municipal park system.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to WKRQ Tower?

Nearby attractions include Deer Creek Tunnel, Cincinnati (5 min walk), Elsinore Arch, Cincinnati (7 min walk), Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati (7 min walk), George Hunt Pendleton House, Cincinnati (9 min walk).

How to get to WKRQ Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to WKRQ Tower:

Bus

Highland Ave & Channing St • Lines: 19, 24 (3 min walk)

Tram

Hanke Exchange • Lines: 100 (20 min walk)
JACK Casino • Lines: 100 (21 min walk)