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.
Cincy Original Craft Brewery Tasting Tour
Downtown
Cincy Original Craft Brewery Tasting Tour
Downtown
Cincy Brew Bus' most popular brewery tour includes 4 stops with samples between 64-75 ounces of beer (16-18 ounces at each stop). Enjoy tastings, local history, pretzels... Read more
Cincy Brew Bus' most popular brewery tour includes 4 stops with samples between 64-75 ounces of beer (16-18 ounces at each stop). Enjoy tastings, local history, pretzels and a souvenir glass. Presented by Cincy Brew Bus
Elementz
Downtown
Elementz
Downtown
Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the... Read more
Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the streets in 2001 has transformed into a thriving Urban Arts Center that fosters talent, ignites potential and inspires possibilities. Elementz helps build... Read More
Fettner-Friedman Furs
Downtown
Fettner-Friedman Furs
Downtown
Fur and leather service
Fur and leather service
High St.
Downtown
High St.
Downtown
A shopping destination offering unexpected gifts, extensive book titles, decorative pillows, lush plants, furniture, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Also offers full service... Read more
A shopping destination offering unexpected gifts, extensive book titles, decorative pillows, lush plants, furniture, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Also offers full service interior design services for residential & commercial projects.
Cincinnati's Best Walking Tours: Cincy Lite
Downtown
Cincinnati's Best Walking Tours: Cincy Lite
Downtown
This tour explores over 200 years of Cincinnati's past and present in just over one city block. Based in the first neighborhood of Cincinnati, this is a great way to learn... Read more
This tour explores over 200 years of Cincinnati's past and present in just over one city block. Based in the first neighborhood of Cincinnati, this is a great way to learn a little about Cincy in an approachable 60-90 minute fun and informative tour on flat sidewalks.
Mike and Carol Trotta
Downtown
Mike and Carol Trotta
Downtown
Mike and Carol Trotta is a family owned and opperated tailoring business. We specialize in men's custom and ready-made clothing and accessories and ladies' better bridge... Read more
Mike and Carol Trotta is a family owned and opperated tailoring business. We specialize in men's custom and ready-made clothing and accessories and ladies' better bridge clothing.
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
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
Taft Theatre
Downtown
Taft Theatre
Downtown
The Taft Theatre features musicians, comedians, childrens' shows and theater productions. Handicapped seating is available, as well as hearing-enhancement devices.
The Taft Theatre features musicians, comedians, childrens' shows and theater productions. Handicapped seating is available, as well as hearing-enhancement devices.
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
Edgy Pooch
Downtown
Edgy Pooch
Downtown
Pet grooming, pet sitting, self serve dog wash, dog walking, pet food and supply delivery.
Pet grooming, pet sitting, self serve dog wash, dog walking, pet food and supply delivery.
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Downtown
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Downtown
Celebrate Union Terminal’s restoration and learn about the building’s significant history with a 50-minute free Rotunda tour led by our Cincinnati Heritage Program docents... Read more
Celebrate Union Terminal’s restoration and learn about the building’s significant history with a 50-minute free Rotunda tour led by our Cincinnati Heritage Program docents. You’ll discover more about the construction, architecture and artwork of one of the world’s finest examples of art deco style. Hear details about the world-... Read More
Paper Wings
Downtown
Paper Wings
Downtown
Paper Wings offers monthly revolving shows of original artwork on paper by local artists. Paper Wings is locally owned and family operated in Cincinnati’s historic... Read more
Paper Wings offers monthly revolving shows of original artwork on paper by local artists. Paper Wings is locally owned and family operated in Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood; home to restaurants, boutique shopping, and arts venues, including Music Hall, the Ensemble Theatre, Know Theater, and the Woodward... Read More
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
The Aronoff Center for the Arts is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Designed by renowned architect Cesar Pelli, the state-of-the-art facility opened in October... Read more
The Aronoff Center for the Arts is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Designed by renowned architect Cesar Pelli, the state-of-the-art facility opened in October 1995. The Center consists of three stunning performance spaces: Procter & Gamble Hall, Jarson-Kaplan Theater and Fifth Third Bank Theater. In addition,... Read More
Unheard Of
Downtown
Unheard Of
Downtown
Elite sneaker brands including Nike, Vans, Adidas, and more.
Elite sneaker brands including Nike, Vans, Adidas, and 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
Cincinnati Parks
Downtown
Cincinnati Parks
Downtown
Cincinnati Parks manages five regional parks, 70 neighborhood parks, 34 natural areas, five nature centers, an arboretum, a plant conservatory, nine scenic overlooks, 50... Read more
Cincinnati Parks manages five regional parks, 70 neighborhood parks, 34 natural areas, five nature centers, an arboretum, a plant conservatory, nine scenic overlooks, 50 miles of hiking and bridle trails and more.
Scotts Ballpark Tours at Great American Ball Park
Downtown
Scotts Ballpark Tours at Great American Ball Park
Downtown
Offers visitors a chance to sit in a Major League dugout, walk on the warning track directly behind home plate and visit the expansive Great American Ball Park Press Box.... Read more
Offers visitors a chance to sit in a Major League dugout, walk on the warning track directly behind home plate and visit the expansive Great American Ball Park Press Box. Tour stops also include the ballpark's unique Club spaces including the Diamond Club, FSOhio Champions Club and the Riverfront Club. Throughout the guided... Read More
Craft Connection Brewery Tours
Downtown
Craft Connection Brewery Tours
Downtown
Ride in comfort as we take you along Cincinnati's finest local craft breweries. We take YOU to the brewery, take YOU on a tour at each brewery, and bring YOU all the... Read more
Ride in comfort as we take you along Cincinnati's finest local craft breweries. We take YOU to the brewery, take YOU on a tour at each brewery, and bring YOU all the tastings at each brewery. All Craft Connection tours include transportation, tours, and tastings at each brewery. Public tours meet Nation Kitchen & Bar at... 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
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.
Spirit of Christmas
Downtown
Spirit of Christmas
Downtown
Wind through the Gateway Quarter, where you will visit churches of local and national significance. Share in history and traditions of the area. Visit St. Francis Seraph... Read more
Wind through the Gateway Quarter, where you will visit churches of local and national significance. Share in history and traditions of the area. Visit St. Francis Seraph Church, where patrons can view numerous nativity scenes from around the world, and a highly detailed Charles Dickens Village. St. Francis also hosts a full... 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.
Philippe Haas Bespoke Tailoring
Downtown
Philippe Haas Bespoke Tailoring
Downtown
Custom tailoring for men and women.
Custom tailoring for men and women.
Homage
Downtown
Homage
Downtown
A Columbus-based apparel company known for the vintage look and feel of its made-in-the-USA T-shirts, hats, and other accessories featuring sports, music, politics and... Read more
A Columbus-based apparel company known for the vintage look and feel of its made-in-the-USA T-shirts, hats, and other accessories featuring sports, music, politics and popular culture.
Sawyer Point & Yeatman's Cove
Downtown
Sawyer Point & Yeatman's Cove
Downtown
Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park.... Read more
Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park. Featuring award winning landscaping, a performance pavilion, concessions, 8 outdoor tennis courts, 3 sand volleyball courts, a world class playground, the... Read More
Sarah Center
Downtown
Sarah Center
Downtown
Unique, handcrafted art and jewelry pieces made by women who are economically challenged in order to empower them.
Unique, handcrafted art and jewelry pieces made by women who are economically challenged in order to empower them.
21c Museum Hotel
Downtown
21c Museum Hotel
Downtown
Located in the center of the action in downtown Cincinnati - adjacent to the Contemporary Arts Center and across the street from the Aronoff Center for the Arts – 21c... Read more
Located in the center of the action in downtown Cincinnati - adjacent to the Contemporary Arts Center and across the street from the Aronoff Center for the Arts – 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is a 156-room boutique hotel, contemporary art museum and cultural civic center. The museum and hotel is located in the 100-year-old... Read More
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.
Main Auction Galleries
Downtown
Main Auction Galleries
Downtown
Auction house featuring a wide and vast selection of tools and fine furniture.
Auction house featuring a wide and vast selection of tools and fine furniture.
Libby Boutique
Downtown
Libby Boutique
Downtown
Women's clothing & jewelry store. Handmade, new, and vintage selection
Women's clothing & jewelry store. Handmade, new, and vintage selection
1305 Gallery
Downtown
1305 Gallery
Downtown
Art gallery featuring work by local artists
Art gallery featuring work by local artists
Hazel Brown Photography & Cityscape Tiles
Downtown
Hazel Brown Photography & Cityscape Tiles
Downtown
Hazel Brown Photography is a local photography company that also specializes in creative ceramic tiles depicting the city of Cincinnati.
Hazel Brown Photography is a local photography company that also specializes in creative ceramic tiles depicting the city of Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Bengals
Downtown
Cincinnati Bengals
Downtown
Who Dey! The Cincinnati Bengals, members of the North Division of the AFC in the NFL, take to the field each fall at Paycor Stadium, a cornerstone of Cincinnati's... Read more
Who Dey! The Cincinnati Bengals, members of the North Division of the AFC in the NFL, take to the field each fall at Paycor Stadium, a cornerstone of Cincinnati's riverfront development with 65,535 seats on three levels, including 7,600 club seats and 114 private suites. Paycor Stadium also hosts a variety of events throughout... Read More
Flying Pig Tours
Downtown
Flying Pig Tours
Downtown
Formerly knowns as Haunted Cincinnati Tour, Flying Pig Tours offers locally-crafted tours and experiences, including ghost tours, ghost hunts and private group tours.... Read more
Formerly knowns as Haunted Cincinnati Tour, Flying Pig Tours offers locally-crafted tours and experiences, including ghost tours, ghost hunts and private group tours. Choose from ghost, history, true crime and photo tour options.
GO(O)D Co. Apparel
Downtown
GO(O)D Co. Apparel
Downtown
A brand encouraging individuals to wear who you are and live what you believe. Their desire is to promote the importance of keeping GO(O)D Company and how that will... Read more
A brand encouraging individuals to wear who you are and live what you believe. Their desire is to promote the importance of keeping GO(O)D Company and how that will allow you to defeat the odds. Clothes available for kids, men and women in store or online! GO(O)D Co. also has a "GO(O)D Gift Box" where they keep new... Read More
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in... Read more
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in Over-the-Rhine, a dense historic neighborhood rich in 19th century architecture. Open Tuesday through Sunday, Findlay Market is open year-around with three... 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.
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.
Couture Couture Boutique
Downtown
Couture Couture Boutique
Downtown
Contemporary women's clothing boutique. Personal shopping and styling services available.
Contemporary women's clothing boutique. Personal shopping and styling services available.
Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
Built around 1820 as a private home for several of Cincinnati’s most prominent citizens, the Taft Museum of Art is now one of the finest small art museums in America and... Read more
Built around 1820 as a private home for several of Cincinnati’s most prominent citizens, the Taft Museum of Art is now one of the finest small art museums in America and holds National Historic Landmark status for its historic house and Duncanson murals. Here, you’ll find gems of history nestled into every nook and cranny in... Read More
Zuri Handmade
Downtown
Zuri Handmade
Downtown
Natural organic skin, hair, and home products for men, women, and children.
Natural organic skin, hair, and home products for men, women, and children.
MiCA 12/v
Downtown
MiCA 12/v
Downtown
Independently owned and operated boutique gift shop & gallery featuring fine craft and art by local artists, design-based gifts by international, independent designers... Read more
Independently owned and operated boutique gift shop & gallery featuring fine craft and art by local artists, design-based gifts by international, independent designers. Located in historic Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio. Open every day except major holidays. Baby gifts, jewelry, screen printed t shirts, functional and... 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.
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.
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.
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
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.