
Columbia-Tusculum is a Cincinnati neighborhood where colorful Victorian painted ladies, river views, and real family warmth climb the hillside in one of the city’s oldest and most charming pockets. Families can enjoy Alms Park, Ault Park, and Taglio's, local schools, and community activities while staying connected to the area.


The History of Columbia-Tusculum What started as Cincinnati’s first settlement in 1788 grew into a riverside village of merchants and steamboat captains, then blossomed with Victorian homes after the 1880s incline railway. Today it remains the proud, family first spot where kids grow up with river breezes and neighbors who feel like extended family. Come grab a pastry and watch the sunset from Alms Park for yourself.