Things to Do
Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South 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.
Thaxton's Canoe & Paddlers Inn
South > Southeast
Thaxton's Canoe & Paddlers Inn
South > Southeast
Camp in a cabin or rent a canoe and paddle along the Licking River.
Camp in a cabin or rent a canoe and paddle along the Licking River.
Reser Bicycle Outfitters
South > Riverfront
Reser Bicycle Outfitters
South > Riverfront
Full-line bicycle shop that will service any make & model
Full-line bicycle shop that will service any make & model
Village Players of Fort Thomas
South > Southeast
Village Players of Fort Thomas
South > Southeast
The Village Players of the Ft. Thomas Woman's Club is composed of volunteers whose primary goal is to provide the community with a rich, entertaining theatre experience.
The Village Players of the Ft. Thomas Woman's Club is composed of volunteers whose primary goal is to provide the community with a rich, entertaining theatre experience.
McGlasson Farms
South > Southwest
McGlasson Farms
South > Southwest
Located along scenic rural Route 8 (River Road) in Hebron, Kentucky, this roadside farm has been in family owned and operation for six generations. From July through... Read more
Located along scenic rural Route 8 (River Road) in Hebron, Kentucky, this roadside farm has been in family owned and operation for six generations. From July through October, they proudly grow fresh fruits & vegetables on the farm and sell them at the roadside stand. Additionally, there are several opportunities for pick-... Read More
Sherlock's Escape Rooms
South > Southeast
Sherlock's Escape Rooms
South > Southeast
Escape rooms are designed to be challenging, engaging, and fun for all ages! You will have a series of clues to find, puzzles to solve, and codes to crack, with one hour... Read more
Escape rooms are designed to be challenging, engaging, and fun for all ages! You will have a series of clues to find, puzzles to solve, and codes to crack, with one hour to escape. Are you up for the challenge? Choose from these unique themes in the Cold Spring location: The ShedThe Lost KingdomSherlock's Unsolved MysteryMotel... Read More
Richard Petty Driving Experience
South > Southwest
Richard Petty Driving Experience
South > Southwest
Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE) puts you in a NASCAR race car for an adrenaline pumping thrill of a lifetime that gets you as close to being in The Race as you... Read more
Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE) puts you in a NASCAR race car for an adrenaline pumping thrill of a lifetime that gets you as close to being in The Race as you will ever get! RPDE offers various driving and ride-along experiences in the 1.5 mile tri-oval that hosts a number of racing series including NASCAR Nationwide... Read More
Second Sight Spirits
South > Riverfront
Second Sight Spirits
South > Riverfront
An artisan distillery located in Ludlow KY, focused on bringing the art of hand crafted distilling back to Northern Kentucky. Free tours and tastings.
An artisan distillery located in Ludlow KY, focused on bringing the art of hand crafted distilling back to Northern Kentucky. Free tours and tastings.
Queen City Riverboats
South > Riverfront
Queen City Riverboats
South > Riverfront
Perfect for small groups, or even just a few people, our public lunch cruises provide views of the best scenery the river has to offer, along with a great meal and... Read more
Perfect for small groups, or even just a few people, our public lunch cruises provide views of the best scenery the river has to offer, along with a great meal and historical narration by our very own Captain Dennis. And you get it all in a setting of style and comfort. All public cruises feature a buffet meal, along with free... Read More
Florence Family Aquatic Center
South > Southwest
Florence Family Aquatic Center
South > Southwest
This premier facility contains a lazy river, competition pool, zero depth area, two spray grounds, a spiral and a speed slides, sunbathing areas, shelters, funbrellas,... Read more
This premier facility contains a lazy river, competition pool, zero depth area, two spray grounds, a spiral and a speed slides, sunbathing areas, shelters, funbrellas, bathhouse (including family restrooms) and concessions area. A paved path surrounds the outside of the facility. It is located at the south end of the Florence... Read More
Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum
South > Riverfront
Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum
South > Riverfront
The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779.
The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779.
World of Golf
South > Southwest
World of Golf
South > Southwest
World of Golf includes an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, practice range, indoor range, golf simulator and Divots Grill. Facility can host birthday parties and... Read more
World of Golf includes an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, practice range, indoor range, golf simulator and Divots Grill. Facility can host birthday parties and banquets.
Kincaid Lake Beach
South > Southeast
Kincaid Lake Beach
South > Southeast
Sun worshippers will love the lakeside swimming pool with warm gentle breezes off Kincaid Lake. A bathhouse serves the pool.
Sun worshippers will love the lakeside swimming pool with warm gentle breezes off Kincaid Lake. A bathhouse serves the pool.
Riverfront Commons
South > Riverfront
Riverfront Commons
South > Riverfront
Still under development, Riverfront Commons is an 11.5-mile uninterrupted walking, running, and biking trail that will ink Northern Kentucky’s six river cities – Ludlow,... Read more
Still under development, Riverfront Commons is an 11.5-mile uninterrupted walking, running, and biking trail that will ink Northern Kentucky’s six river cities – Ludlow, Covington, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, and Fort Thomas – to the City of Cincinnati and other local trail systems. This trail is the signature project of... Read More
The Party Source
South > Riverfront
The Party Source
South > Riverfront
The Party Source is a one stop destination for over 20,000 product selections including beer, wine, spirits, cigars, specialty food, party supplies and more. Enjoy in-... Read more
The Party Source is a one stop destination for over 20,000 product selections including beer, wine, spirits, cigars, specialty food, party supplies and more. Enjoy in-store tastings from the Wine Station plus top shelf and hard-to-find liquors at the Spirits Library. You'll want to leave time to take a free tour of New Riff... Read More
Francesca's
South > Southeast
Francesca's
South > Southeast
The first Francesca's Collections store opened in 1999 and it is becoming a large women's fashion boutique around the country. Francesca's provides a unique shopping... Read more
The first Francesca's Collections store opened in 1999 and it is becoming a large women's fashion boutique around the country. Francesca's provides a unique shopping experience with a selection of treasured items from around the world.
Montgomery Cyclery
South
Montgomery Cyclery
South
Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.
Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.
Circle of Hope
South > Riverfront
Circle of Hope
South > Riverfront
Retail store featuring the works of local artisans. All profits made from artwork go toward charity
Retail store featuring the works of local artisans. All profits made from artwork go toward charity
Roebling Suspension Bridge
South
Roebling Suspension Bridge
South
When the Roebling Suspension Bridge opened to traffic in 1867 connecting Covington, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio, its span of 1057 feet was the longest in the world. John... Read more
When the Roebling Suspension Bridge opened to traffic in 1867 connecting Covington, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio, its span of 1057 feet was the longest in the world. John A. Roebling, whose next project was the Brooklyn Bridge, is the engineer responsible for creating this iconic feature of our region's skyline which is now a... Read More
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption
South > Riverfront
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption
South > Riverfront
Originally opened as St. Mary's Church in 1837, the first Roman Catholic Church in Covington, by 1895 the St. Mary's Cathedral was nearly complete: the interior being... Read more
Originally opened as St. Mary's Church in 1837, the first Roman Catholic Church in Covington, by 1895 the St. Mary's Cathedral was nearly complete: the interior being modeled after the Abbey Church of St. Denis in Paris while the facade would mirror Notre Dame de Paris. Built in the 13th Century French-Gothic style, and... Read More
Surround by I.D.C.
South
Surround by I.D.C.
South
Fee-based design consulting.
Fee-based design consulting.
Jos. A Bank Clothiers
South
Defy
South
Defy
South
Defy a collection of extreme air sport parks across America that are rewriting the rules of sport — giving communities a place where they’re free to express and push... Read more
Defy a collection of extreme air sport parks across America that are rewriting the rules of sport — giving communities a place where they’re free to express and push themselves. Enjoy extreme play like the trapese, Ninja Obstacle Course, foam pits, open jump, extreme dodgeball and more!
A.J. Jolly Park
South > Southeast
A.J. Jolly Park
South > Southeast
A.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers many outdoor activities It also offers approximately 20 miles of trails for horseback... Read more
A.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers many outdoor activities It also offers approximately 20 miles of trails for horseback riding and 18 holes of golf on the banks of A.J. Jolly Lake. Visit the Park & Campground and Equestrian Campground pages for more information, and be sure to... Read More
Kentucky Pickens
South > Riverfront
Kentucky Pickens
South > Riverfront
Kentucky Pickens is a one-of-a-kind retail destination at Newport on the Levee featuring antiques, collectibles, hard-to-find items and bargains galore.
Kentucky Pickens is a one-of-a-kind retail destination at Newport on the Levee featuring antiques, collectibles, hard-to-find items and bargains galore.
Boone County Arboretum at Central Park
South > Southwest
Boone County Arboretum at Central Park
South > Southwest
Boone County Arboretum at Central Park is the nation's first arboretum within an active recreation park setting. It is located just outside Union, Ky. A short, 25-minute... Read more
Boone County Arboretum at Central Park is the nation's first arboretum within an active recreation park setting. It is located just outside Union, Ky. A short, 25-minute drive southwest from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, will put you in Northern Kentucky's only arboretum. There is no charge for admission or parking. The arboretum... Read More
Full Throttle Adrenaline Park
South > Southwest
Full Throttle Adrenaline Park
South > Southwest
Full Throttle Adrenaline Park is Northern Kentucky’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-... Read more
Full Throttle Adrenaline Park is Northern Kentucky’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-of-the-art karts and racing at speeds up to 40mph. When you roll out onto the professionally-designed race track, you’ll be met with 13 exciting and... Read More
Cork 'n Bottle
South > Riverfront
Cork 'n Bottle
South > Riverfront
Since 1964, Cork 'n Bottle has been offering top quality hand-selected wines, spirits, beers, gourmet cheeses and more from the brands you know to the rare and unusual... Read more
Since 1964, Cork 'n Bottle has been offering top quality hand-selected wines, spirits, beers, gourmet cheeses and more from the brands you know to the rare and unusual. Check out the Vintage Bourbon Library
Screaming Raptor Zip Line and Canopy Adventure Tours
South > Southwest
Screaming Raptor Zip Line and Canopy Adventure Tours
South > Southwest
Located at the Creation Museum featuring over two and a half miles of zip lines and sky bridges. Soar over a three-acre lake with the Ptero-Soar option, or go for a more... Read more
Located at the Creation Museum featuring over two and a half miles of zip lines and sky bridges. Soar over a three-acre lake with the Ptero-Soar option, or go for a more rigorous course involving 2½ to 3 hours of airtime with the Adventure Tour Plus. Add to your day of adventure with an 800-foot line and 1,700-foot racing lines... Read More
Bracken County Historical Society
South > Southeast
Bracken County Historical Society
South > Southeast
Founded in 1993, the BCHS encourages the preservation of historical resources in Bracken County and the surrounding areas. The BCHS has its offices and museum in the old... Read more
Founded in 1993, the BCHS encourages the preservation of historical resources in Bracken County and the surrounding areas. The BCHS has its offices and museum in the old Bracken County jail located in Brooksville, adjacent to the Bracken County Court House. Here, records can be found dating back to the late 1700's. Genealogical... Read More
Ten Thousand Villages
South
Ten Thousand Villages
South
Retailer selling fair-trade crafts & housewares from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Retailer selling fair-trade crafts & housewares from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Cincy Tour Bus
South
Cincy Tour Bus
South
What to expect: Whether you are a local resident or just visting this amazing city, you will leave with a full understanding of how the area evolved and the... Read more
What to expect: Whether you are a local resident or just visting this amazing city, you will leave with a full understanding of how the area evolved and the wonderful landmarks that stood the test of time. We just can't wait to tell you their stories! Tour length is just shy of two hours and includes a 20 minute "hop off"... Read More