Things to Do
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.
Cheers to Art!
Downtown
Cheers to Art!
Downtown
It’s the perfect place to get together with friends and family to relax, unwind and enjoy time together painting while sipping your favorite beverage. Whether you consider... Read more
It’s the perfect place to get together with friends and family to relax, unwind and enjoy time together painting while sipping your favorite beverage. Whether you consider yourself artistic or have never painted before, the instructor will guide you through the featured painting of the evening… and at the end of the night, you’... Read More
I Love Cincinnati Shoppe
Downtown
I Love Cincinnati Shoppe
Downtown
I Love Cincinnati Shoppe offers everything you need to represent the Cincy-style with a large selection gifts and souvenirs.
I Love Cincinnati Shoppe offers everything you need to represent the Cincy-style with a large selection gifts and souvenirs.
YWCA Women’s Art Gallery
Downtown
YWCA Women’s Art Gallery
Downtown
The YWCA Women’s Art Gallery was established in 1993 to empower local women artists. Although primarily serving the Greater Cincinnati area, the gallery has been proud to... Read more
The YWCA Women’s Art Gallery was established in 1993 to empower local women artists. Although primarily serving the Greater Cincinnati area, the gallery has been proud to host several shows featuring women artists from around the world. As a forum for women’s issues relating to important YWCA programs and services, the gallery... 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.
Duke Energy Children's Museum
Downtown
Duke Energy Children's Museum
Downtown
Duke Energy Children’s Museum, part of Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, is consistently ranked in the top 10 children’s museums in the U.S. Exhibits encourage... Read more
Duke Energy Children’s Museum, part of Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, is consistently ranked in the top 10 children’s museums in the U.S. Exhibits encourage kids to climb, crawl, explore and learn about themselves and the world around them. Discover hands-on fun for kids of all ages in our eight educational and... Read More
Saks Fifth Avenue
Downtown
Saks Fifth Avenue
Downtown
Discover a luxurious shopping experience in downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy exclusive designer collections for men and women.
Discover a luxurious shopping experience in downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy exclusive designer collections for men and women.
A Lucky Step Furnishings
Downtown
A Lucky Step Furnishings
Downtown
Affordable furniture
Affordable furniture
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Boutique selling clothing for men.
Boutique selling clothing for men.
National Steamboat Monument
Downtown
National Steamboat Monument
Downtown
Rising above the concrete slopes of Cincinnati’s Public Landing at Sawyer Point is a three-story, 60 ton, exact replica of the original red paddle wheel from the American... Read more
Rising above the concrete slopes of Cincinnati’s Public Landing at Sawyer Point is a three-story, 60 ton, exact replica of the original red paddle wheel from the American Queen riverboat. It is positioned about 40 feet off the ground, above a series of 24 metal smokestacks in what is known as the Dan and Susan Pfau Whistle... Read More
Collegium Cincinnati
Downtown
Collegium Cincinnati
Downtown
Founded in 2011 as the pet project of two local musicians Christopher Eanes and Manami White, Collegium Cincinnati has quickly garnered a reputation for the highest level... Read more
Founded in 2011 as the pet project of two local musicians Christopher Eanes and Manami White, Collegium Cincinnati has quickly garnered a reputation for the highest level of artistry. Beginning in 2014, the Collegium began presenting an annual Bach Festival, with city-wide performances involving numerous groups and performers.... Read More
Cincinnati Cocktail Tour
Downtown
Cincinnati Cocktail Tour
Downtown
Join in on the Cincinnati Cocktail Tour and enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy sips and bites at some of the finest restaurants in town. ... Read more
Join in on the Cincinnati Cocktail Tour and enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy sips and bites at some of the finest restaurants in town. Savor a variety of alcoholic beverages paired with small bites at 3 unique restaurants. See for yourself the unique character of every stop chosen and what sets... Read More
Wiesnkoenig USA
Downtown
Wiesnkoenig USA
Downtown
Originally founded in Munich, this shop is home to authentic German attire.
Originally founded in Munich, this shop is home to authentic German attire.
Ombre Gallery
Downtown
Ombre Gallery
Downtown
Ombré Gallery specializes in contemporary art jewelry by artists and metalsmiths from across the United States and around the world. Our mission is to exhibit innovative... Read more
Ombré Gallery specializes in contemporary art jewelry by artists and metalsmiths from across the United States and around the world. Our mission is to exhibit innovative works using both traditional and non-traditional materials, techniques and subjects, while serving as a conduit to highlight the relationship between art,... Read More
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
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.
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.
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
Black Lives Matter Cincinnati Mural
Downtown
Black Lives Matter Cincinnati Mural
Downtown
This vibrant new street mural created by 17 local artists and a team of helpers was ceremoniously unveiled on Juneteenth 2020. The privately funded mural spans an entire... Read more
This vibrant new street mural created by 17 local artists and a team of helpers was ceremoniously unveiled on Juneteenth 2020. The privately funded mural spans an entire block of Plum St. directly in front of Cincinnati City Hall. Click here to read more about each of the 17 lead artists and the meaning behind each of their... Read More
Hemingway Carriages
Downtown
Hemingway Carriages
Downtown
Downtown Cincinnati carriage tours on a walk-up basis. Grab a beautiful and memorable ride in a horse drawn carriage starting at 5th and Vine across from Fountain Square.... Read more
Downtown Cincinnati carriage tours on a walk-up basis. Grab a beautiful and memorable ride in a horse drawn carriage starting at 5th and Vine across from Fountain Square.
Black Owned
Downtown
Black Owned
Downtown
Black Owned Outerwear is a fashion line created to promote excellence, with every garment designed to inspire. Products include crew neck sweatshirts, pullover & zip... Read more
Black Owned Outerwear is a fashion line created to promote excellence, with every garment designed to inspire. Products include crew neck sweatshirts, pullover & zip up hoodies, t-shirts, and hats for men and women. Since black is the color of success and sophistication, that's what being Black Owned represents.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Downtown
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Downtown
The mission of the CSO is to seek and share inspiration, and it has been doing so since 1895 as the country’s sixth oldest orchestra. Under the artistic direction of Louis... Read more
The mission of the CSO is to seek and share inspiration, and it has been doing so since 1895 as the country’s sixth oldest orchestra. Under the artistic direction of Louis Langrée, the CSO continues its legacy as Cincinnati’s cultural ambassador around the world, at home in Music Hall, and in our community. To plan your visit... Read More
Old St. Mary's Church
Downtown
Old St. Mary's Church
Downtown
On July the 3rd, 1842, St. Mary's Church was dedicated to God, under the title of the Annunciation, on which feast day the cornerstone was laid. It was the largest church... Read more
On July the 3rd, 1842, St. Mary's Church was dedicated to God, under the title of the Annunciation, on which feast day the cornerstone was laid. It was the largest church thus far erected in the Mississippi Valley, being 142 feet long, 66 feet wide, the tower reaching the height of 170 feet. The architectural style of St. Mary'... Read More
Beyond the Market Tour
Downtown
Beyond the Market Tour
Downtown
Explore the northern area of Over-the-Rhine during a casual guided tour through one of the largest intact urban historic districts in the U.S. Walking distance is... Read more
Explore the northern area of Over-the-Rhine during a casual guided tour through one of the largest intact urban historic districts in the U.S. Walking distance is less than a mile in length and includes at least four stops. This tour is not recommended for those who have difficulty walking. (We climb several flights of stairs... Read More
Rhinegeist Brewery Tours
Downtown
Rhinegeist Brewery Tours
Downtown
Want to get a behind the scenes look at Rhinegeist? Try one of these two brewery tours led by a Rhinegeist team member. Public Tour: Learn about the brewery’s... Read more
Want to get a behind the scenes look at Rhinegeist? Try one of these two brewery tours led by a Rhinegeist team member. Public Tour: Learn about the brewery’s history, walk through the brewing process, and get a glimpse into expansion plans. The tours are capped at 15 people so make sure you sign up online to guarantee... Read More
Cappel's Annex
Downtown
Cappel's Annex
Downtown
Cappel's offers a selection of items and accessories for parties, as well as costumes, wigs, masks, and make-up for anytime of the year.
Cappel's offers a selection of items and accessories for parties, as well as costumes, wigs, masks, and make-up for anytime of the year.
The Library Friends' Shop
Downtown
The Library Friends' Shop
Downtown
The Library Friends' Shop offers a wide variety of merchandise with a large selection of used books, videos, CDs, and DVDs. The Friends Shop also offers a variety of... Read more
The Library Friends' Shop offers a wide variety of merchandise with a large selection of used books, videos, CDs, and DVDs. The Friends Shop also offers a variety of unusual items, including: Cincinnati products, literary-themed products, materials for genealogy, and holiday gift items and toys.
Lucca Laser Workshop
Downtown
Lucca Laser Workshop
Downtown
Wood and paper gifts, design, and home décor workshop located in OTR.
Wood and paper gifts, design, and home décor workshop located in OTR.
Another Part of the Forest
Downtown
Another Part of the Forest
Downtown
Another Part of the Forest is a used record, movie, comic, and book store located in Over-the-Rhine.
Another Part of the Forest is a used record, movie, comic, and book store located in Over-the-Rhine.
Hunt Club Clothiers
Downtown
Hunt Club Clothiers
Downtown
Hunt Club Clothiers is located in Carew Tower downtown, with a variety of men's business apparel and upscale sportswear
Hunt Club Clothiers is located in Carew Tower downtown, with a variety of men's business apparel and upscale sportswear
Gronauer Furs
Downtown
Gronauer Furs
Downtown
Cincinnati's finest furs.
Cincinnati's finest furs.
Flavors of the Queen City
Downtown
Flavors of the Queen City
Downtown
The Cincinnati area is home to many unique restaurants, dishes, and flavors that can only be found here in the Queen City. On the Flavors of the Queen City tour, you will... Read more
The Cincinnati area is home to many unique restaurants, dishes, and flavors that can only be found here in the Queen City. On the Flavors of the Queen City tour, you will walk through this rich culinary tradition, one bite at a time. You will be introduced to the world-famous Cincinnati chili, quaint diners, mouth-watering... Read More
Tenement Life South of Liberty
Downtown
Tenement Life South of Liberty
Downtown
Have you ever wondered what changed when Cincinnatians stepped over the canal and into Over-the-Rhine? Our South of Liberty tour weaves visitors through the stories of... Read more
Have you ever wondered what changed when Cincinnatians stepped over the canal and into Over-the-Rhine? Our South of Liberty tour weaves visitors through the stories of Over-the-Rhine's earliest residents between the Miami-Ohio Canal (now Central Parkway) and Liberty Street. Starting in the early 1800s with stories of German... Read More
Pink Planet Vintage
Downtown
Pink Planet Vintage
Downtown
Vintage clothing and collectibles.
Vintage clothing and collectibles.
Under the Market Tour
Downtown
Under the Market Tour
Downtown
Go underground to explore the newly rediscovered Linck brewery tunnels. Visit the site were Johhny Cash filmed a movie. Plus, you'll visit the site of one of Cincinnati’s... Read more
Go underground to explore the newly rediscovered Linck brewery tunnels. Visit the site were Johhny Cash filmed a movie. Plus, you'll visit the site of one of Cincinnati’s most important inclines and learn about Cincinnati’s connection to famed McGuffey Readers. The tour ends inside one of the last remaining structures from the... Read More
Catacoustic Consort
Downtown
Catacoustic Consort
Downtown
Catacoustic Consort seeks to build upon and strengthen the sense of cultural and artistic identity in Ohio. Catacoustic offers early music workshops and classes, and... Read more
Catacoustic Consort seeks to build upon and strengthen the sense of cultural and artistic identity in Ohio. Catacoustic offers early music workshops and classes, and sponsors an annual Early Music Scholarship used for instruments, training, or early music education. They present a variety of vocal and instrumental music from... Read More
Carew Tower Observation Deck
Downtown
Carew Tower Observation Deck
Downtown
TEMPORARILY CLOSED - Completed in 1930, Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Visitors to the 49th floor Observation Deck can enjoy... Read more
TEMPORARILY CLOSED - 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... Read More
Accent on Cincinnati
Downtown
Accent on Cincinnati
Downtown
Provides custom sightseeing tours for your group. Call for details.
Provides custom sightseeing tours for your group. Call for details.
Heritage Bank Center
Downtown
Heritage Bank Center
Downtown
Heritage Bank Center was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, U.S. Bank Arena and now Heritage... Read more
Heritage Bank Center was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, U.S. Bank Arena and now Heritage Bank Center. 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... Read More
Cincinnati Opera
Downtown
Cincinnati Opera
Downtown
Founded in 1920 and the second oldest opera company in the U.S., Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling roster of world-class artists and conductors, important company... Read more
Founded in 1920 and the second oldest opera company in the U.S., Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling roster of world-class artists and conductors, important company debuts, stunning sets and costumes, and the spectacular Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Artistic Director Evans Mirageas is considered one of the most talented and... Read More
Beyond the Bricks: Outdoor Building Tour of Cincinnati Music Hall
Downtown
Beyond the Bricks: Outdoor Building Tour of Cincinnati Music Hall
Downtown
Join us for a 60-minute outdoor tour of this National Historic Landmark conducted by the Friends of Music Hall's knowledgeable guides. FMH Outdoor Building Tour of... Read more
Join us for a 60-minute outdoor tour of this National Historic Landmark conducted by the Friends of Music Hall's knowledgeable guides. FMH Outdoor Building Tour of Music Hall explores Music Hall's history, the symbolism and design of the architecture, the challenges at every step of construction, and the people who made it... Read More
Cincinnati Bengals Pro Shop
Downtown
Cincinnati Bengals Pro Shop
Downtown
Everything that a true Bengals fan ever needs.
Everything that a true Bengals fan ever needs.
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the surrounding communities. Rotunda Tours are FREE and are offered Saturdays at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and Sundays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Celebrate Union Terminal’s... Read More
Ziegler Park
Downtown
Ziegler Park
Downtown
Ziegler park features a lawn with 2 acres of green space, a basketball area with a play surface that can accommodate up to three games, a game area for older children and... Read more
Ziegler park features a lawn with 2 acres of green space, a basketball area with a play surface that can accommodate up to three games, a game area for older children and adults to enjoy, and a playground for children ages 2-12 equipped with problem solving activities, balance activities, climbers, and more. The main... 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.
The Ohio Book Store
Downtown
The Ohio Book Store
Downtown
In operation since 1940, The Ohio Book Store offers five full floors of books and magazines from all over the world. In addition, they provide book binding for custom... Read more
In operation since 1940, The Ohio Book Store offers five full floors of books and magazines from all over the world. In addition, they provide book binding for custom binding and repair services for restoration of books.
Plum Street Temple
Downtown
Plum Street Temple
Downtown
Built in 1866, this temple is a part of the Isaac M. Wise congregation in Amberley Village and reflects the Byzantine-Moorish style that emerged in Germany in the... Read more
Built in 1866, this temple is a part of the Isaac M. Wise congregation in Amberley Village and reflects the Byzantine-Moorish style that emerged in Germany in the nineteenth century, and is the fountainhead of Reform Judaism in America.
Cincinnati Arts Association
Downtown
Cincinnati Arts Association
Downtown
Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the programming and management of the Tri-state’s finest performing... Read more
Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the programming and management of the Tri-state’s finest performing arts venues – the Aronoff Center for the Arts and Music Hall.
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
