Cincinnati Skywalk, Pedestrian skyway system in Downtown Cincinnati, United States
The Cincinnati Skywalk extends 1.3 miles through Downtown Cincinnati with elevated indoor walkways connecting multiple buildings above street level.
Construction of the Cincinnati Skywalk began in 1971 with federal urban renewal funds, reaching completion in 1997 at a cost of 16 million dollars.
The system reflected 1970s urban planning priorities, mirroring the indoor shopping mall concept that dominated American retail development during that period.
Several sections of the original network remain operational, providing weather-protected paths between buildings while avoiding street-level traffic intersections.
The network's gradual dismantling since 2002 marks a shift in urban planning philosophy toward increasing street-level pedestrian activity in downtown areas.
Location: Cincinnati
Inception: 1971
Official opening: 1971
GPS coordinates: 39.10111,-84.51389
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:58
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