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Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Downtown Region)
Whether it's catching a major league baseball game and petting a live shark with the family, or reconnecting with a romantic weekend of art museums and theater, there's always more to explore, new adventures to be had and memories to be made at Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky attractions.
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Broadway in Cincinnati
Downtown
Broadway in Cincinnati
Downtown
Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987... Read more
Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987, originally at the historic Taft Theatre. We began presenting shows at the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall in 1995, and the Aronoff, managed by... Read More
The Escape Game
Downtown
The Escape Game
Downtown
Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like... Read more
Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like Hollywood blockbusters with twists, turns, and jaw-dropping surprises around every corner. Their 60-minute adventures bring epic stories to life in a one-... Read More
American Legacy Tours
Downtown
American Legacy Tours
Downtown
Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground &... Read more
Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours Newport Gangster Tour Bourbon and Spirits Distillery Tour Under the Market & Ultimate Under the Market Tours Barons Brew Bus 1919:... Read More
Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey
Downtown
Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey
Downtown
The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are... Read more
The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are more than just a game! Non-stop action, affordable family entertainment, and intermission activities provide unmatched entertainment value on the banks of the... Read More
Brewing Heritage Trail Tours
Downtown
Brewing Heritage Trail Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is home to one of the largest collections of pre-Prohibition brewery architecture, in the middle of one of the largest historic... Read more
Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is home to one of the largest collections of pre-Prohibition brewery architecture, in the middle of one of the largest historic districts in the country. The Brewing Heritage Trail invites the world to explore Cincinnati's brewing heritage through an unrivaled urban walking trail. The... Read More
Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours
Downtown
Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours
Downtown
Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to... Read more
Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to America’s largest set of historical landmarks. Visit buildings in the Gateway District that were home to over 130 saloons, bars and beer gardens, and theaters... Read More
Queen City is Haunted Tour
Downtown
Queen City is Haunted Tour
Downtown
Discover stories of grisly murders, ghastly deaths and other disturbing tales buried deep within Cincinnati’s storied past. Linger in the halls of an archaic building... Read more
Discover stories of grisly murders, ghastly deaths and other disturbing tales buried deep within Cincinnati’s storied past. Linger in the halls of an archaic building teeming with paranormal activity and walk around the grounds where human remains have recently been unearthed. Our guides will enthrall you with the heinous... Read More
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Downtown
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Downtown
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as a monument to freedom bringing to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the... Read more
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as a monument to freedom bringing to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world, throughout history and today. The structure, specificially situated for the location's historical significance, is made up of three buildings that... Read More
Cincy Brew Bus
Downtown
Cincy Brew Bus
Downtown
Experience Cincinnati’s original and premier craft brewery, winery (Cincy Wine Wagon) and bourbon distilling tasting tours (Cincy Bourbon Bus). Greater Cincinnati has a... Read more
Experience Cincinnati’s original and premier craft brewery, winery (Cincy Wine Wagon) and bourbon distilling tasting tours (Cincy Bourbon Bus). Greater Cincinnati has a long and rich tradition of beer brewing, wine making and distilling and there is a renaissance they want you to be part of. Tours include a ride to four... Read More
Cincinnati Wine and Dessert Tour
Downtown
Cincinnati Wine and Dessert Tour
Downtown
Join American Legacy Tours for our wine and desserts walking tour as we stroll through beautiful Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats & tasting delectable... Read more
Join American Legacy Tours for our wine and desserts walking tour as we stroll through beautiful Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats & tasting delectable wines. This two hour tour will feature desserts from three amazing businesses along with 4 tastings of wine. Presented by American Legacy Tours.
Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust and Humanity Center
Downtown
Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust and Humanity Center
Downtown
Located at historic Union Terminal, the very site where many Holocaust survivors arrived in Cincinnati to rebuild their lives, The Holocaust and Humanity Center aims to... Read more
Located at historic Union Terminal, the very site where many Holocaust survivors arrived in Cincinnati to rebuild their lives, The Holocaust and Humanity Center aims to ensure the lessons of the past inspire action today. Through innovative storytelling, interactive experiences, and genuine artifacts, visitors witness the... Read More
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and ... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater. New this year as part of the Museum of Natural History & Science, is the Science Interactives Gallery. In this hands-on... Read More
Carew Tower Observation Deck
Downtown
Carew Tower Observation Deck
Downtown
Completed in 1930, Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Visitors to the 49th floor Observation Deck can enjoy one of the city'... Read more
Completed in 1930, Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Visitors to the 49th floor Observation Deck can enjoy one of the city's most spectacular views plus pick up a Cincinnati souvenier in the gift shop. Carew Tower is also home to 25 shops, restaurants, and other amenities including the... Read More
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a... Read more
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a friendly local guide. How do we do it all? We hop aboard the Cincinnati Streetcar (all day pass included). When the tour concludes, you will have enjoyed a satisfying... Read More
Rookwood Pottery Company Showroom
Downtown
Rookwood Pottery Company Showroom
Downtown
Located in Over-the-Rhine, Rookwood Pottery Company Store was founded in 1880 carrying thousands of pieces of pottery. Free guided tours are offered Wednesdays at 10 a.m.... Read more
Located in Over-the-Rhine, Rookwood Pottery Company Store was founded in 1880 carrying thousands of pieces of pottery. Free guided tours are offered Wednesdays at 10 a.m. or by special arrangement for groups of 12 or more.
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Downtown
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Downtown
One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-... Read more
One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-winning musicals to enthusiastic audiences from across the Greater Cincinnati area. It was in the early ’60s when CMT founder Will Breyer approached a select... Read More
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Boutique selling clothing for men.
Boutique selling clothing for men.
U.S. Bank Arena
Downtown
U.S. Bank Arena
Downtown
U.S. Bank Arena was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, and now U.S. Bank Arena. It is... Read more
U.S. Bank Arena was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, and now U.S. Bank Arena. It is Cincinnati's largest indoor arena. The arena was virtually rebuilt in 1997. On the outside, the facade was redesigned and the entrance was changed. On the inside,... Read More
Pitaya
Downtown
Pitaya
Downtown
Affordable women's fashion retailer selling clothing like denim, dresses, rompers, and sweaters, as well as accessories, jewelry, handbags, and sunglasses.
Affordable women's fashion retailer selling clothing like denim, dresses, rompers, and sweaters, as well as accessories, jewelry, handbags, and sunglasses.
Contemporary Arts Center
Downtown
Contemporary Arts Center
Downtown
Founded in Cincinnati in 1939 as the Modern Art Society by three visionary local women, the Contemporary Arts Center was one of the first institutions in the United States... Read more
Founded in Cincinnati in 1939 as the Modern Art Society by three visionary local women, the Contemporary Arts Center was one of the first institutions in the United States dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art. The CAC provides the opportunity for all people to discover the dynamic relationship between art and life by... Read More
Christ Church Cathedral
Downtown
Christ Church Cathedral
Downtown
While the parish was founded in 1817, the current cathedral is post-modern in design and was consecrated in 1957.
While the parish was founded in 1817, the current cathedral is post-modern in design and was consecrated in 1957.
Art Beyond Boundaries
Downtown
Art Beyond Boundaries
Downtown
The Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery is a professional, main-stream fine art gallery where local and regional artists with disabilities display, market, and sell their... Read more
The Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery is a professional, main-stream fine art gallery where local and regional artists with disabilities display, market, and sell their artwork. The mission of the gallery is to promote awareness and understanding of artists with disabilities. The gallery strives to demonstrate to both the artists... Read More
New York Food Mart
Downtown
New York Food Mart
Downtown
Food mart and grocery store
Food mart and grocery store
Piston Society
Downtown
Piston Society
Downtown
Urban motorcycle parts shop with unique additions and blog. Located across from Taft's Ale House in OTR. Motorcycle rental is available.
Urban motorcycle parts shop with unique additions and blog. Located across from Taft's Ale House in OTR. Motorcycle rental is available.
Wendel's Bootery
Downtown
Wendel's Bootery
Downtown
Designer shoes from brands like Mauri, Mezlan, and Kenneth Cole.
Designer shoes from brands like Mauri, Mezlan, and Kenneth Cole.
Laurel Park
Downtown
Laurel Park
Downtown
A park created as a result of the construction on Union Terminal. It has multiple picnic tables and towering trees. Part of Cincinnati Parks
A park created as a result of the construction on Union Terminal. It has multiple picnic tables and towering trees. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Mannequin
Downtown
Mannequin
Downtown
Mannequin Boutique is located in Over-the-Rhine, it is a unique fashion boutique offering new and gently used designer and vintage fashions, accessories, art, and gifts.
Mannequin Boutique is located in Over-the-Rhine, it is a unique fashion boutique offering new and gently used designer and vintage fashions, accessories, art, and gifts.
Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County Main Library
Downtown
Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County Main Library
Downtown
The Main Library serves as the hub of the entire Library system as well as the “neighborhood library” for thousands of downtown workers and residents. With one of the... Read more
The Main Library serves as the hub of the entire Library system as well as the “neighborhood library” for thousands of downtown workers and residents. With one of the finest collections of materials among public libraries in the U.S., the Main Library attracts more than one million users annually. In addition to the standard... Read More
Down to Mars Vintage
Downtown
Down to Mars Vintage
Downtown
Etsy online shop turned to brick and mortar vintage clothing boutique. Selling modern-vintage lifestyle fashions and accessories.
Etsy online shop turned to brick and mortar vintage clothing boutique. Selling modern-vintage lifestyle fashions and accessories.
Cincinnati Urban Adventures: The Nati in a Nutshell Tour
Downtown
Cincinnati Urban Adventures: The Nati in a Nutshell Tour
Downtown
We’re cramming all of Cincinnati into one big adventure! Explore the city’s natural riverfront beauty and amazing architecture while learning about its rich and diverse... Read more
We’re cramming all of Cincinnati into one big adventure! Explore the city’s natural riverfront beauty and amazing architecture while learning about its rich and diverse history. Throw in a streetcar ride, a visit to the local farmers’ market, views from way up high, and a few of Cincinnati’s favorite foods, and you’ll be ready... Read More
Brunch, Beer, & Breweries Tour
Downtown
Brunch, Beer, & Breweries Tour
Downtown
This 3-hour tour begins and ends at the Christian Moerlein MalthouseTap Room and includes a streetcar ride to and from the Moerlein Lager House near the river. While... Read more
This 3-hour tour begins and ends at the Christian Moerlein MalthouseTap Room and includes a streetcar ride to and from the Moerlein Lager House near the river. While at the Lager House, enjoy beer tastings, brunch and a tour before heading back to the Malthouse in Over-the-Rhine for additional tastings and tour of the brewery... Read More
Strange People
Downtown
Strange People
Downtown
Retail store run by comic book nerds, artists, horror movie fans, and grown up punk rock kids.
Retail store run by comic book nerds, artists, horror movie fans, and grown up punk rock kids.
Cycling Backroads: Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Cycling Backroads: Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
This guided cycling adventure highlights historic buildings, restored homes, artist inspired murals, eclectic shops, cafes, restaurants, and theaters while broadening your... Read more
This guided cycling adventure highlights historic buildings, restored homes, artist inspired murals, eclectic shops, cafes, restaurants, and theaters while broadening your knowledge and appreciation of the heritage and culture that make this urban neighborhood a popular destination to visit and reside. Bike rental is available... Read More
Museum of Natural History & Science
Downtown
Museum of Natural History & Science
Downtown
Be transported back to the Jurassic Period with the new Dinosaur Hall at Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. This is the first gallery to reopen after the... Read more
Be transported back to the Jurassic Period with the new Dinosaur Hall at Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. This is the first gallery to reopen after the Union Terminal restoration. The 7,000-square-foot gallery features six massive dinosaur specimens ranging from the Jurassic Period to the Cretaceous Period, including... Read More
Play Library
Downtown
Play Library
Downtown
The Play Library is just like a regular library but instead of books, we lend toys and games! Designed for kids and adults ages 3 to 103, the Play Library's goal is to... Read more
The Play Library is just like a regular library but instead of books, we lend toys and games! Designed for kids and adults ages 3 to 103, the Play Library's goal is to connect families, friends, and communities through play.
Plaza Artist Materials
Downtown
Plaza Artist Materials
Downtown
Fine art supplies, crafts, graphic design, studio equipment, and so much more.
Fine art supplies, crafts, graphic design, studio equipment, and so much more.
Duke Energy Convention Center
Downtown
Duke Energy Convention Center
Downtown
Duke Energy Convention Center is located in the heart of Cincinnati USA, within easy walking distance to major hotels, shopping and restaurants. Designed with the meeting... Read more
Duke Energy Convention Center is located in the heart of Cincinnati USA, within easy walking distance to major hotels, shopping and restaurants. Designed with the meeting planner in mind, the center offers increased flexibility, improved design and the latest in technological advances and amenities. The DECC has more than 750,... Read More
Jack Wood Gallery
Downtown
Jack Wood Gallery
Downtown
The Jack Wood Gallery originally opened in O'Bryonville in 1998, they were recently relocated to Over-the-Rhine in 2013. Jack Wood Gallery provides vintage posters and... Read more
The Jack Wood Gallery originally opened in O'Bryonville in 1998, they were recently relocated to Over-the-Rhine in 2013. Jack Wood Gallery provides vintage posters and graphic art from the late 19th century and early to mid-20th century.
Riverside Food Tours: Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine
Downtown
Riverside Food Tours: Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine
Downtown
Variety is the spice of life! That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour. Visit six different local... Read more
Variety is the spice of life! That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour. Visit six different local restaurants and enjoy a cocktail on this 3 hour walking tour. See beautiful architecture from the 1800's and colorful murals reflecting Cincinnati's culture &... Read More
The Garage OTR "Home of Segway Cincinnati"
Downtown
The Garage OTR "Home of Segway Cincinnati"
Downtown
Welcome to The Garage OTR, the new home of Segway Of Cincinnati! The Garage OTR is your complete electric transportation hub. As the home of Segway of Cincinnati, The... Read more
Welcome to The Garage OTR, the new home of Segway Of Cincinnati! The Garage OTR is your complete electric transportation hub. As the home of Segway of Cincinnati, The Garage OTR is an Authorized Segway Dealer and Cincinnati's 1st & Only Authorized Segway Tour gliding since 2008. With 3-4 time options daily & 3 route... Read More
We Have Become Vikings
Downtown
We Have Become Vikings
Downtown
Creative shop with a passion for printing and designing where you can find posters, hats, and t-shirts.
Creative shop with a passion for printing and designing where you can find posters, hats, and t-shirts.
Batsakes Hat Shop
Downtown
Batsakes Hat Shop
Downtown
Batsakes Hat Shop has been located downtown for nearly a century, providing custom-made or off-the-rack hats to customers from Cincinnati and around the world.
Batsakes Hat Shop has been located downtown for nearly a century, providing custom-made or off-the-rack hats to customers from Cincinnati and around the world.
We Olive & Wine Bar
Downtown
We Olive & Wine Bar
Downtown
Retail chain offering artisan olive oils, balsamic vinegars, tapenades, and local wine.
Retail chain offering artisan olive oils, balsamic vinegars, tapenades, and local wine.
ArtWorks Mural Tour: Spirit of OTR
Downtown
ArtWorks Mural Tour: Spirit of OTR
Downtown
The Spirit of OTR walking tour is around a mile long and includes 12 murals in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood including: Mr.Tarbell Tips His Hat, The Golden Muse,... Read more
The Spirit of OTR walking tour is around a mile long and includes 12 murals in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood including: Mr.Tarbell Tips His Hat, The Golden Muse, Cincinnati’s Strongman: Henry Holtgrewe, New Lines, Crazy Cat, Crazy Quilt and many more. Learn the stories behind each mural and how they connect to Cincinnati’s... Read More
St. Francis Seraph Parish
Downtown
St. Francis Seraph Parish
Downtown
Built on the former site of Christ Church and it’s adjacent cemetery, all of the remaining bodies were entombed in a crypt below the altar of St. Francis Seraph which was... Read more
Built on the former site of Christ Church and it’s adjacent cemetery, all of the remaining bodies were entombed in a crypt below the altar of St. Francis Seraph which was consecrated in 1859.
See the Sights
Downtown
See the Sights
Downtown
See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown... Read more
See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in a 2 hour tour. Your group begins their tour with quaint MainStrasse Village where you will learn about the German heritage and hear some... Read More
Article
Downtown
Article
Downtown
A local men's apparel shop located in Over-the-Rhine with a style that is rugged yet chic, casual yet upscale and traditional with a classic edge, and has a certain... Read more
A local men's apparel shop located in Over-the-Rhine with a style that is rugged yet chic, casual yet upscale and traditional with a classic edge, and has a certain outdoorsy appeal but is likewise undeniably urbane.
