Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky ( South > Southwest )

Ark Encounter

South > Southwest

The Ark Encounter features a jaw-dropping reconstruction of Noah's ark, built to biblical specs. At over 1.5 football fields long and reaching higher than a four-story... Read more

The Ark Encounter features a jaw-dropping reconstruction of Noah's ark, built to biblical specs. At over 1.5 football fields long and reaching higher than a four-story house, the Ark is one of the largest timber-frame structures in the world. As you explore three decks of cutting-edge exhibits, the biblical account of Noah's... Read More

Creation Museum

South > Southwest

Bible history comes to life at the family-friendly Creation Museum! Journey through biblical history in this state-of-the-art, 75,000-square-foot museum designed by a... Read more

Bible history comes to life at the family-friendly Creation Museum! Journey through biblical history in this state-of-the-art, 75,000-square-foot museum designed by a former Universal Studios exhibit director. Your admission includes the main walk-through, the Dinosaur Den, Dr. Crawley’s Insectorium, a special effects theater,... Read More

Folksiders FOUND

South > Southwest

Folksiders are artisans, craftspeople, historians, musicians, nature lovers, growers, junk collectors, culinary enthusiast, or anyone with a keen eye and love for... Read more

Folksiders are artisans, craftspeople, historians, musicians, nature lovers, growers, junk collectors, culinary enthusiast, or anyone with a keen eye and love for beautiful things. Folksiders FOUND gives these folksiders a them a place to sell their unique collections. 

Florence Antique Mall

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Offering a wide selection of Antiques, Collectibles and Furniture in our one-level, air conditioned 50,000 sq. ft. Showroom. The Florence Antique Mall opened for business... Read more

Offering a wide selection of Antiques, Collectibles and Furniture in our one-level, air conditioned 50,000 sq. ft. Showroom. The Florence Antique Mall opened for business on August 1, 1998 with 65 dealers in place and over half of the 50,000 square foot showroom still empty. The Grand Opening weekend was incredible, and the... Read More

Ride Horses at First Farm Inn

South > Southwest

Learn about horses and have a great ride! First Farm Inn offers a unique two-hour horsemanship lesson/trail ride that includes grooming and tacking up, then starting in... Read more

Learn about horses and have a great ride! First Farm Inn offers a unique two-hour horsemanship lesson/trail ride that includes grooming and tacking up, then starting in the riding arena working on control and steering. After you’re comfortable with your horse, we tour the farm on horseback. Rides are available year-round to... Read More

The Golf Courses at Kenton County

South > Southwest

Courses: The Pioneer is the shortest of the courses playing to a par 71. The Willows, designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan, offers golfers a scenic and challenging test... Read more

Courses: The Pioneer is the shortest of the courses playing to a par 71. The Willows, designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan, offers golfers a scenic and challenging test of tree-lined fairways and undulating greens. Fox Run, designed by renowned architect Arthur Hills, is consistently rated one of the most challenging public... Read More

Sugar Bay Golf

South > Southwest

Family-owned by locals, you're sure to have fun at this friendly golf course.

Family-owned by locals, you're sure to have fun at this friendly golf course.

Eagle Bend Alpacas

South > Southwest

Eagle Bend is the first and largest alpaca farm in Northern Kentucky. It is home to more than 125 show quality and award winning alpacas.  You can also take... Read more

Eagle Bend is the first and largest alpaca farm in Northern Kentucky. It is home to more than 125 show quality and award winning alpacas.  You can also take educational tours of the farm and visit the Fiber and Gift Shop.  

Florence Mall

South > Southwest

Florence Mall is the largest retail district in the state of Kentucky. A family-friendly center that brings a special experience to the community. It has department and... Read more

Florence Mall is the largest retail district in the state of Kentucky. A family-friendly center that brings a special experience to the community. It has department and specialty stores, a food court, Rave movie theater, children’s play area, train rides and a unique carousel for children of all ages.

Vent Haven Museum

South > Southwest

Vent Haven Museum is the world's only museum of ventriloquial figures and memorabilia. The museum is in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, just 5 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Vent Haven Museum is the world's only museum of ventriloquial figures and memorabilia. The museum is in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, just 5 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Boone Links Golf Course

South > Southwest

Boone Links, owned and managed by Boone County since 1979, offers 27 holes covering 200 acres in the heart of Oakbrook in Florence. Challenging enough for the experienced... Read more

Boone Links, owned and managed by Boone County since 1979, offers 27 holes covering 200 acres in the heart of Oakbrook in Florence. Challenging enough for the experienced golfer but friendly enough for the beginner.

Kentucky Speedway

South > Southwest

Conveniently located just 40 minutes south of downtown Cincinnati via I-71 South and situated on over 1,000 acres of rolling Bluegrass landscape, Kentucky Speedway is the... Read more

Conveniently located just 40 minutes south of downtown Cincinnati via I-71 South and situated on over 1,000 acres of rolling Bluegrass landscape, Kentucky Speedway is the hometown motorsports facility in this region. Kentucky Speedway hosts one NASCAR race weekend annually in addition to many racing schools and other events... Read More

Boone County Distilling Company

South > Southwest

Making authentic bourbon whiskey in the northern hills of Kentucky. Visit the tasting room and the gift shop. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

Making authentic bourbon whiskey in the northern hills of Kentucky. Visit the tasting room and the gift shop. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

Little Britain Stables

South > Southwest

Located in Burlington Ky. Little Britain Stables has been welcoming horses and riders for over 45 years. With indoor and outdoor arenas, the 90 acres of varied landscapes... Read more

Located in Burlington Ky. Little Britain Stables has been welcoming horses and riders for over 45 years. With indoor and outdoor arenas, the 90 acres of varied landscapes makes this facility an asset to many disciplines of riding and driving. There have been as many as twenty different breeds of horses and ponies stabled at the... Read More

Sherlock's Escape Rooms

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Escape rooms are 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... Read more

Escape rooms are 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 Florence location: The AtticCabin in the WoodsThe ShipwreckGraveyard Escape The Wild... Read More

South Fork Park

South > Southwest

This 42 acre park located on the west side of the city was originally planned as part of Farmview Subdivision Approval (mid 1980s). The developer donated five acres to the... Read more

This 42 acre park located on the west side of the city was originally planned as part of Farmview Subdivision Approval (mid 1980s). The developer donated five acres to the City in 1997 and 37 acres in late 2000. The park has a nautical theme and is the largest city park. Current amenities include the following: Concrete masonry... Read More

Anderson Ferry

South > Southwest

The Anderson Ferry has been in continuous operation since 1817 has three Ferries, Boone 7, Little Boone and Deborah A. It is located about 8 miles west of downtown... Read more

The Anderson Ferry has been in continuous operation since 1817 has three Ferries, Boone 7, Little Boone and Deborah A. It is located about 8 miles west of downtown Cincinnati, providing the only automobile crossing between the I-71/75 Brent Spence Bridge and the I-275 West Bridge. The ferry has been in operation so long that a... Read More

Comic Book World

South > Southwest

Comics, games, toys, and more!

Comics, games, toys, and more!

Pier 99

South > Southwest

Located near Belterra Casino and Markland Dam just off the Ohio River on Craigs Creek Lake.

Located near Belterra Casino and Markland Dam just off the Ohio River on Craigs Creek Lake.

Stringtown Park

South > Southwest

Stringtown Park is located on Kentucky Route 18 (Burlington Pike) between Kathryn and Wallace Avenues on 8 acres in the eastern section of the City. The City purchased the... Read more

Stringtown Park is located on Kentucky Route 18 (Burlington Pike) between Kathryn and Wallace Avenues on 8 acres in the eastern section of the City. The City purchased the property in the spring of 2001 from the estate of Isabella Schmidt. It is the newest neighborhood park that was named in a city-wide contest. The playground... Read More

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

Middle Creek Park

South > Southwest

The park contains 230 acres of forest full of wildflowers, wildlife and 8.5 miles of unpaved trails that range from moderate to difficult for hiking and horseback riding.

The park contains 230 acres of forest full of wildflowers, wildlife and 8.5 miles of unpaved trails that range from moderate to difficult for hiking and horseback riding.

Florence Speedway

South > Southwest

Florence Speedway is a half-mile, high-banked, clay oval located in Union, Ky. It was built in the 1950s and has been operated by Jerry & Mona King since 1984. Since... Read more

Florence Speedway is a half-mile, high-banked, clay oval located in Union, Ky. It was built in the 1950s and has been operated by Jerry & Mona King since 1984. Since then, it has become one of the premiere Dirt Late Model tracks in the state of Kentucky. Hosting such prestigious Dirt Late Model events as the North/South 100... Read More

Gunpowder Creek Nature Park

South > Southwest

Explore 1.25 miles of unpaved walking and hiking trains, let the kids burn off steam on the playground, or reserve the shelter for a private event. The park has 122 wooded... Read more

Explore 1.25 miles of unpaved walking and hiking trains, let the kids burn off steam on the playground, or reserve the shelter for a private event. The park has 122 wooded acres complete with an 1800s logging trail that ends near the creek.

Union Community Theatre

South > Southwest

Providing quality and entertaining theatre for Boone County and the surrounding areas in the Boone County Historic Court House.

Providing quality and entertaining theatre for Boone County and the surrounding areas in the Boone County Historic Court House.

Field and Stream

South > Southwest

Field and Stream store is large "outdoors" store with a large selection of items for hunting, fishing, and camping.

Field and Stream store is large "outdoors" store with a large selection of items for hunting, fishing, and camping.

Smugglers Cove Marina

South > Southwest

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

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

VF Outlet Dry Ridge

South > Southwest

Outlet mall featuring 16 brand name factory outlet stores including Liz Claiborne

Outlet mall featuring 16 brand name factory outlet stores including Liz Claiborne

Ruby's Boat Dock

South > Southwest

Located on Williamstown Lake featuring a Boat launch, Storage & Service, and Trailer & Camping area.

Located on Williamstown Lake featuring a Boat launch, Storage & Service, and Trailer & Camping area.

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

Boone Cliffs Nature Preserve

South > Southwest

Boone Cliffs contains 74 acres of old growth forest and unique cliff formations. There are 2.4 miles of unpaved trails that are rated moderate to difficult for hiking.

Boone Cliffs contains 74 acres of old growth forest and unique cliff formations. There are 2.4 miles of unpaved trails that are rated moderate to difficult for hiking.

Gap Clearance Center

South > Southwest

Gap Clearance Center is located in Hebron, KY adjacent to the Gap Distribution Warehouse. Shoppers will find items by all Gap brands at discounted prices.

Gap Clearance Center is located in Hebron, KY adjacent to the Gap Distribution Warehouse. Shoppers will find items by all Gap brands at discounted prices.

Rabbit Hash General Store

South > Southwest

A working general store since 1831, the Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another era.

A working general store since 1831, the Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another era.

Meadowood Golf Club

South > Southwest

Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures

Southwest

Make a day of it and experience the free fall jumps and adventure course! Take home proof you conquered the zip lines with the free photography package of action shots.... Read more

Make a day of it and experience the free fall jumps and adventure course! Take home proof you conquered the zip lines with the free photography package of action shots.   Available seven days a week during normal Ark Encounter hours. Closed January to mid-March. Not included in Ark Encounter admission.

Turfway Park

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Catch the fun and excitement of Thoroughbred racing all year long at Turfway Park. Live racing held each winter. You can experience simulcast action the rest of the year... Read more

Catch the fun and excitement of Thoroughbred racing all year long at Turfway Park. Live racing held each winter. You can experience simulcast action the rest of the year Wednesday thru Sunday. The vintage charm of historical Turfway Park will be sure to create a memorable experience for the young and old alike. Check out the... Read More

Big Bone Lick State Historic Site

South > Southwest

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with... Read more

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with swamps, the land that makes up Big Bone Lick had a combination of minerals and water that animals found difficult to resist.     For centuries great beasts of the... Read More

Lincoln Woods Park

South > Southwest

The land for this park was acquired by the City in 1959 as a part of the water treatment plant land acquisition. This 15 acre park was developed in 1985 into an active... Read more

The land for this park was acquired by the City in 1959 as a part of the water treatment plant land acquisition. This 15 acre park was developed in 1985 into an active park. Amenities include the following: Two asphalt surface enclosed tennis courts. City sponsored clinics are conducted at the courts and have priority use.... Read More

Lazer Kraze Erlanger

South > Southwest

Lazer Kraze Erlanger, The Ultimate Family Fun Center, is conveniently located in Northern Kentucky just minutes from the Cincinnati airport. This location has a 3DX... Read more

Lazer Kraze Erlanger, The Ultimate Family Fun Center, is conveniently located in Northern Kentucky just minutes from the Cincinnati airport. This location has a 3DX multi-level laser tag arena with awesome laser tag for the ultimate in family fun. Plus, it's home to the area’s first Indoor Trampoline Park - your whole group... Read More

Ollie's Skatepark

South > Southwest

Tucked in the serene blue grass hills of Florence, Ky., just below Cincinnati, located in an industrial park area is Ollie’s Skate Park. Ollie's is by far the newest... Read more

Tucked in the serene blue grass hills of Florence, Ky., just below Cincinnati, located in an industrial park area is Ollie’s Skate Park. Ollie's is by far the newest premier indoor skate park in the Midwest boasting 60,000 square feet of skate terrain with something for everyone. This park is newly finished and has already seen... Read More

Rogers Jewelers

Southwest

Retailer selling fine jewelry, watches & accessories, including cuff links & money clips.

Retailer selling fine jewelry, watches & accessories, including cuff links & money clips.

Florence Y'alls

South > Southwest

The Florence Y'alls Professional Baseball team is a member of the independent Frontier League. Freedom games offer post-game bands, fireworks, giveaways, discounted... Read more

The Florence Y'alls Professional Baseball team is a member of the independent Frontier League. Freedom games offer post-game bands, fireworks, giveaways, discounted tickets, food and drink specials and promotional theme nights. The team plays in Florence, Ky., just 10 minutes south of downtown Cincinnati. Scroll down for game... Read More

PartyTown

South > Southwest

PartyTown has everything you need for throwing a party from party decor to beer, wine, and spirits. 

PartyTown has everything you need for throwing a party from party decor to beer, wine, and spirits. 

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

Joseph-Beth Booksellers

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Joseph-Beth Booksellers is a Cincinnati's locally owned indie bookstore that has been around since 1993.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers is a Cincinnati's locally owned indie bookstore that has been around since 1993.

Florence/Boone County Skate Park

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This 20,000 sq. ft. park is designed for in-line skates, roller blades and skateboards and has beginner, intermediate and advanced areas with various challenging elements... Read more

This 20,000 sq. ft. park is designed for in-line skates, roller blades and skateboards and has beginner, intermediate and advanced areas with various challenging elements. Included are a shelter, spectator area, emergency telephone and parking lot. There is no fee to enter. Park hours are from dawn to dusk. Safety equipment... Read More

Barn Quilt Trail of Boone County

South > Southwest

Travel Boone County's scenic back roads and view more than 60 barn quilt boards. The Florence Woman's Club took on this project to delight travelers, provide public... Read more

Travel Boone County's scenic back roads and view more than 60 barn quilt boards. The Florence Woman's Club took on this project to delight travelers, provide public art, preserve local heritage, and to help our farmers with their agri-tourism projects. Visit www.BooneBarnQuilts.com for GPS coordinates of barn quilt locations... Read More

Jane's Saddlebag

South > Southwest

Jane's Saddlebag is a hands-on historic educational experience, complete with the old restored "Saddlebag" home, original stone smokehouse, life-size replica of a 1700s... Read more

Jane's Saddlebag is a hands-on historic educational experience, complete with the old restored "Saddlebag" home, original stone smokehouse, life-size replica of a 1700s Flatboat, 100-year-old mortise and tenon barn, kids village, wine shop, restaurant, general store and petting zoo. Plus, free parking and cornhole.

Doe Run Lake Park

South > Southwest

Doe Run Lake is a 50 acre lake located on Bullock Pen Road off of KY 17. The lake is surrounded with hiking trails and secluded picnic areas for a total of 183 acres of... Read more

Doe Run Lake is a 50 acre lake located on Bullock Pen Road off of KY 17. The lake is surrounded with hiking trails and secluded picnic areas for a total of 183 acres of park space. Trolling motors are only permitted.