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.
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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
The Betts House
Downtown
The Betts House
Downtown
Built in 1804, the Betts House, Ohio's oldest brick house, is located in the Betts-Longworth Historic District near downtown Cincinnati. The Betts House offers... Read more
Built in 1804, the Betts House, Ohio's oldest brick house, is located in the Betts-Longworth Historic District near downtown Cincinnati. The Betts House offers exhibits and public programs on architecture, historic preservation, and building technologies. Tours of the house showcase its history and construction. An ongoing... Read More
Kit and Ace
Downtown
Kit and Ace
Downtown
Fine apparel for men and women.
Fine apparel for men and women.
Pink Planet Vintage
Downtown
Pink Planet Vintage
Downtown
Vintage clothing and collectibles.
Vintage clothing and collectibles.
Art Academy of Cincinnati
Downtown
Art Academy of Cincinnati
Downtown
The Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a college of art and design whose mission is to create and sustain radical, forward-thinking, contemporary visual artists and... Read more
The Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a college of art and design whose mission is to create and sustain radical, forward-thinking, contemporary visual artists and designers. Located in the heart of Over-the-Rhine, the AAC is a hub of creativity, curiosity, energy, and collaboration. Its three galleries offer viewers changing... Read More
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
Kismet OTR
Downtown
Kismet OTR
Downtown
Cincinnati-based women's boutique offering an eclectic assortment of carefully curated clothing, shoes, jewelry, gifts and accessories. Follow us @kismet.otr & @... Read more
Cincinnati-based women's boutique offering an eclectic assortment of carefully curated clothing, shoes, jewelry, gifts and accessories. Follow us @kismet.otr & @iluvthatstore on Instagram for gift ideas, outfit inspo & more!
Bolero Men's Wear
Downtown
Bolero Men's Wear
Downtown
Bolero Men's Wear offers a unique selection of clothes for the modern man including suits, sport coats, and sportswear.
Bolero Men's Wear offers a unique selection of clothes for the modern man including suits, sport coats, and sportswear.
Cincinnati Art Galleries
Downtown
Cincinnati Art Galleries
Downtown
Cincinnati Art Galleries offers 19th to 20th century original American and European oil paintings. With over 30 years of expertise, the gallery is well known for buying,... Read more
Cincinnati Art Galleries offers 19th to 20th century original American and European oil paintings. With over 30 years of expertise, the gallery is well known for buying, selling and appraising single items or entire collections.
Own Lane Shoes
Downtown
Own Lane Shoes
Downtown
Owned by Mortar grad student Chanel Scales, her love of fashion shines through in her very own boutique filled with name brand shoes, and accessories in all sizes and... Read more
Owned by Mortar grad student Chanel Scales, her love of fashion shines through in her very own boutique filled with name brand shoes, and accessories in all sizes and styles.
A Lucky Step Furnishings
Downtown
A Lucky Step Furnishings
Downtown
Affordable furniture
Affordable furniture
Weston Art Gallery
Downtown
Weston Art Gallery
Downtown
Located inside Aronoff Center for the Arts, Weston Art Gallery is acclaimed for its eclectic mix of emerging and professional artists presented in museum-quality environs... Read more
Located inside Aronoff Center for the Arts, Weston Art Gallery is acclaimed for its eclectic mix of emerging and professional artists presented in museum-quality environs in the heart of downtown Cincinnati’s restaurant and theater district. With galleries on two levels and 3,500 square feet of exhibition space, the Weston... Read More
Indigo Hippo
Downtown
Indigo Hippo
Downtown
Indigo Hippo a nonprofit dedicated to making creative materials more accessible to everyone through our art supply thrift store.
Indigo Hippo a nonprofit dedicated to making creative materials more accessible to everyone through our art supply thrift store.
Bromwell's
Downtown
Bromwell's
Downtown
Bromwell's is the city's oldest business and has been serving Greater Cincinnati since 1819. They offer the finest selection products for the fireplace, as well as an... Read more
Bromwell's is the city's oldest business and has been serving Greater Cincinnati since 1819. They offer the finest selection products for the fireplace, as well as an excellent selection of fine home furnishings, including custom order upholstery, accessories, and fine art.
Elm & Iron Loft
Downtown
Elm & Iron Loft
Downtown
Elm & Iron Loft is an extension of the original Elm & Iron Store in OTR. The Loft is home to vintage furniture and eclectic pieces for the home.
Elm & Iron Loft is an extension of the original Elm & Iron Store in OTR. The Loft is home to vintage furniture and eclectic pieces for the home.
Northside Distilling
Downtown
Northside Distilling
Downtown
Northside Distillery Co is a micro batch distilling company in Cincinnati OH.
Northside Distillery Co is a micro batch distilling company in Cincinnati OH.
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Downtown
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Downtown
The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a resident ensemble theater bringing Shakespeare and the classics to life for audiences of all ages.
The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a resident ensemble theater bringing Shakespeare and the classics to life for audiences of all ages.
Smith & Hannon Bookstore
Downtown
Smith & Hannon Bookstore
Downtown
Formerly inside the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Smith & Hannon is now located in its own space on Vine Street. The local bookstore specializes in... Read more
Formerly inside the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Smith & Hannon is now located in its own space on Vine Street. The local bookstore specializes in Arican-American literature. Items including jewlery, greeting cards, carvings and other items are also be available for purchase. Books are available both new... Read More
Carol Ann's Carousel
Downtown
Carol Ann's Carousel
Downtown
Take a ride on one of 44 whimsical Cincinnati-centric characters that make up Carol Ann’s Carousel. The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by... Read more
Take a ride on one of 44 whimsical Cincinnati-centric characters that make up Carol Ann’s Carousel. The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by Jonathan Queen with panels depicting whimsical animal characters playing in one of the numerous Cincinnati parks. Additional panels celebrate the many historic... Read More
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
Brush Factory
Downtown
Brush Factory
Downtown
A contemporary furniture design shop run by two partners since 2009. Shop custom designs and request furniture pieces.
A contemporary furniture design shop run by two partners since 2009. Shop custom designs and request furniture pieces.
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. Rookwood is dedicated to sharing our... Read more
Located in Over-the-Rhine, Rookwood Pottery Company Store was founded in 1880 carrying thousands of pieces of pottery. Rookwood is dedicated to sharing our longstanding legacy of handcrafting ceramics that are as artistically breathtaking as they are functional. In continuation of this mission, we invite you to explore Rookwood... Read More
Memorial Hall
Downtown
Memorial Hall
Downtown
The Hamilton County Memorial Hall was erected in 1908 to honor the Grand Army of the Republic and Spanish-American War veterans. The building was designed by Samuel... Read more
The Hamilton County Memorial Hall was erected in 1908 to honor the Grand Army of the Republic and Spanish-American War veterans. The building was designed by Samuel Hannaford and Sons, the same architect who designed Cincinnati’s Music Hall. Memorial Hall is the finest of Cincinnati’s Beaux Arts buildings. Listed on the... Read More
Beer Makin' & Drinkin' Tour
Downtown
Beer Makin' & Drinkin' Tour
Downtown
Starting at the Trail Tour Center located at the Moerlein Malthouse Tap Room, this 45 minute walks along the Brewing Heritage Trail and tells some of Cincinnati’s best... Read more
Starting at the Trail Tour Center located at the Moerlein Malthouse Tap Room, this 45 minute walks along the Brewing Heritage Trail and tells some of Cincinnati’s best drinking stories while also showing how beer used to be made with a visit to pre-Prohibition lagering cellars deep under a historic brewery. At the end of your... Read More
Herzog Music
Downtown
Herzog Music
Downtown
The first music store located in downtown Cincinnati in decades. Herzog Music is stocked with vintage guitars and collectible records and music lessons are offered for all... Read more
The first music store located in downtown Cincinnati in decades. Herzog Music is stocked with vintage guitars and collectible records and music lessons are offered for all ages. Turntable and music gear service is also available.
Jewel of the Queen City
Downtown
Jewel of the Queen City
Downtown
Discover Cincinnati’s secret gem: Mt. Adams. This 19th-century European hilltop village provides some of the most spectacular views of the city. Step back in time as you... Read more
Discover Cincinnati’s secret gem: Mt. Adams. This 19th-century European hilltop village provides some of the most spectacular views of the city. Step back in time as you explore its beautiful architecture, quaint shops, and magnificent churches. Enjoy a coffee and a pastry al fresco and finish your visit with a cold drink at... Read More
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
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
The Native One + The Northern Market
Downtown
The Native One + The Northern Market
Downtown
A one-stop-shop for all things fashion and minimal home decor.
A one-stop-shop for all things fashion and minimal home decor.
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.
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 Under the Market & Ultimate Under the Market Tours 1919: The Year that Changed Baseball Cincinnati Wine &... Read More
Leftcoast Modern Cincinnati
Downtown
Leftcoast Modern Cincinnati
Downtown
Retro used furniture from the 1950s-70s.
Retro used furniture from the 1950s-70s.
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.
Cincinnati Food Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati Food Tours
Downtown
Whether you are looking for something sweet, savory, or to sip on, Cincinnati Food Tours has a tour just for you and your taste buds. Eat your way through numerous... Read more
Whether you are looking for something sweet, savory, or to sip on, Cincinnati Food Tours has a tour just for you and your taste buds. Eat your way through numerous Cincinnati neighborhoods with special stops along the way. Learn about the city's culture and more as you sample local fare and drinks. Pick from any of the... Read More
Smitty's Men's & Boy's Wear
Downtown
Smitty's Men's & Boy's Wear
Downtown
Men's clothing store
Men's clothing store
Miss Monroe Boutique
Downtown
Miss Monroe Boutique
Downtown
Boutique specializing in custom designed quality handmade pieces.
Boutique specializing in custom designed quality handmade pieces.
Original Thought Required
Downtown
Original Thought Required
Downtown
Downtown Cincinnati's premiere men's and women's contemporary sweater shop.
Downtown Cincinnati's premiere men's and women's contemporary sweater shop.
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.
Haunted Cincinnati Tours
Downtown
Haunted Cincinnati Tours
Downtown
Learn about the Buried Secrets in Over-the-Rhine. This historic working-class neighborhood is buzzing with social activity. It is a district filled with restaurants,... Read more
Learn about the Buried Secrets in Over-the-Rhine. This historic working-class neighborhood is buzzing with social activity. It is a district filled with restaurants, breweries, shops, theaters, and a beautiful park. But hidden below the surface is a dark past. Long-forgotten corpses litter the area and may contribute to the... Read More
True Theatre
Downtown
True Theatre
Downtown
True Theatre is a place where people from all walks of life can have a chance at a microphone and receive coaching while developing their story. Since its inception in... Read more
True Theatre is a place where people from all walks of life can have a chance at a microphone and receive coaching while developing their story. Since its inception in 2010, True Theatre has provided an opportunity for more than 175 unique voices, over the course of 7 seasons, to share their stories.
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.
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Ragg Addict
Downtown
Boutique selling clothing for men.
Boutique selling clothing for men.
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
Washington Platform’s Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Washington Platform’s Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Tour starts at Washington Platform, opened as a beer hall and saloon in 1875 on the south bank of “the Rhine,” the canal that separated the original, Anglo Cincinnati from... Read more
Tour starts at Washington Platform, opened as a beer hall and saloon in 1875 on the south bank of “the Rhine,” the canal that separated the original, Anglo Cincinnati from its “German Quarter.” In the 1800’s, the area north of Washington Platform was, per capita, the most German neighborhood in America. The residents of this... 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.
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
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
Algin Retro
Downtown
Algin Retro
Downtown
Furniture store specializing in in Mid Century Modern reproduction and vintage one-of-a-kind repurposed pieces
Furniture store specializing in in Mid Century Modern reproduction and vintage one-of-a-kind repurposed pieces
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
Cincinnati's Best Walking Tours: Meet Cincinnati
Downtown
Cincinnati's Best Walking Tours: Meet Cincinnati
Downtown
Get a great introduction to the Queen City's past and present on this overview tour of the old heart of the city. Explore the Lytle Park Historic District, Fountain Square... Read more
Get a great introduction to the Queen City's past and present on this overview tour of the old heart of the city. Explore the Lytle Park Historic District, Fountain Square, The Banks and more! Full of fun facts and great stories about what makes Cincinnati special. This 1.5 mile tour lasts 90-120 minutes.
