General James Taylor Park, Newport

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General James Taylor Park is a small urban park in Newport, Kentucky, United States. It is located on Riverboat Row overlooking the confluence of the Ohio and Licking rivers and the skyline of Cincinnati. It is named for General James Taylor, Jr. a founder of Newport. ()

Elevation: 489 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°5'24"N, 84°30'9"W

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Newport (Two Rivers)Newport United States

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General James Taylor Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Newport Aquarium, Great American Ball Park, Heritage Bank Center.

0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Cincinnati
18 min walk • The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as a beacon of hope and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the heart of Cincinnati, United States. This museum is dedicated to the history of the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes...
0.4 miNE
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Newport Aquarium, Newport
10 min walk • The Newport Aquarium, a premier aquatic wonderland in Newport, Kentucky, offers visitors an immersive journey into the mysteries of the deep. Situated just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, this state-of-the-art facility is home to an impressive array of marine...
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati
14 min walk • Great American Ball Park is a cornerstone of Cincinnati's rich sports heritage, serving as the home of the Cincinnati Reds, the first professional baseball team in the United States. Opened in 2003, this modern stadium replaced the historic Riverfront Stadium...
0.6 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cincinnati, the Heritage Bank Center stands as a premier sports venue and a beacon of entertainment in the city. This dynamic arena, formerly known as the U.S. Bank Arena, has been a fixture on the banks of the Ohio River since its opening in...
0.5 miNW
Historic span connecting Kentucky and Ohio
John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, Cincinnati
12 min walk • Spanning the waters between Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky, the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge stands as a monumental feat of 19th-century engineering. Completed in 1866, this historic bridge stretches 1,057 feet across the Ohio River, its stately towers...
0.6 miNE
Bridge
Purple People Bridge, Newport
16 min walk • The Newport Southbank Bridge, popularly known as the Purple People Bridge, stretches 2,670 feet over the Ohio River, connecting Newport, Kentucky to downtown Cincinnati, Ohio.
0.7 miNW
Music venue
ICON Music Center, Cincinnati
18 min walk • The Andrew J. Brady ICON Music Center, nestled in the heart of Cincinnati, United States, is a contemporary beacon of entertainment that has quickly become a cornerstone of the city's vibrant music scene. Located at The Banks, the venue was thoughtfully designed...
0.6 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, Cincinnati
15 min walk • The Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum is a shrine to one of baseball's oldest and most storied franchises. Located just outside the gates of Great American Ball Park, the home of the Cincinnati Reds, this museum pays homage to the team's rich history and the...
0.4 miNE
Memorial
World Peace Bell, Newport
11 min walk • The Newport, Kentucky, World Peace Bell is one of more than twenty Peace Bells around the world. It weighs 30,000 kg and is 3.7 m wide. From 2000 until 2006, it was the largest swinging bell in the world. It was dedicated on December 31, 1999, and was first swung as the year 2000 opened.
0.4 miN
Bridge
Taylor–Southgate Bridge, Cincinnati
11 min walk • The Taylor–Southgate Bridge is a continuous truss bridge that was built in 1995. It has a main span of 850 feet, and a total span of 1,850 feet. The bridge carries U.S. Route 27 across the Ohio River, connecting Newport, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio.
~1850 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Newport
9 min walk • St. Paul's Episcopal Church, built in 1871, is an historic Episcopal church located at 7 Court Place at York Street in Newport, Kentucky, in the United States. On November 25, 1980 it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to General James Taylor Park?

Nearby attractions include Carneal House, Covington (3 min walk), Daniel Carter Beard Boyhood Home, Covington (5 min walk), Riverside Drive Historic District, Covington (6 min walk), St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Newport (9 min walk).

How to get to General James Taylor Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to General James Taylor Park:

Bus

York at 3rd • Lines: 11, 12, 16, 25 (10 min walk)
G reenup @ 5th • Lines: 25 (10 min walk)

Tram

Cincinnati Cyclones • Lines: 100 (18 min walk)
247 Telemarketing • Lines: 100 (22 min walk)