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

Crestview Hills Town Center

South > Southwest

Crestview Hills Town Center in Northern Kentucky is anchored by a Dillard’s department store, Bed Bath & Beyond and Joseph Beth Booksellers plus dozens more shops and... Read more

Crestview Hills Town Center in Northern Kentucky is anchored by a Dillard’s department store, Bed Bath & Beyond and Joseph Beth Booksellers plus dozens more shops and restaurants.

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

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.

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.

Comic Book World

South > Southwest

Comics, games, toys, and more!

Comics, games, toys, and 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. 

Joseph-Beth Booksellers

South > Southwest

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.

Kenton County Public Library – Erlanger

South > Southwest

The Erlanger location opened in October 2002. It has 34,300 square feet, features 15 station computer lab, meeting room to accommodate 200, children’s area,  reading... Read more

The Erlanger location opened in October 2002. It has 34,300 square feet, features 15 station computer lab, meeting room to accommodate 200, children’s area,  reading garden, outdoor council ring, and drive-through window. It is the busiest library in Kentucky. Library computers include Microsoft Office, Internet access and... 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

Stringtown Park

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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

Meadowood Golf Club

South > Southwest

Curtis Gates Lloyd Wildlife Management Area

South > Southwest

1,179 acres of virgin forest, nature trails, archery, trap and skeet ranges and fishing.

1,179 acres of virgin forest, nature trails, archery, trap and skeet ranges and fishing.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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/Boone County Skate Park

South > Southwest

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

Highland Cemetery Hiking Trails

South > Southwest

Explore 6 color-coded trails covering 4 miles on 150 acres of undeveloped cemetery property. Witness something unique with each season. Spring and summer are ideal for... Read more

Explore 6 color-coded trails covering 4 miles on 150 acres of undeveloped cemetery property. Witness something unique with each season. Spring and summer are ideal for bird watching and getting to see both native species and neotropical migrants. Fall boasts gorgeous colors from the maple trees, and winter is great for... Read More

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

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.  

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.

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

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.

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

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

Veterans Memorial of Boone County

South > Southwest

The Veterans Memorial of Boone County was conceived in 1995 when H.B. Deatherage, a Viet Nam veteran, was deeply moved by the fact that veterans in Boone County had no... Read more

The Veterans Memorial of Boone County was conceived in 1995 when H.B. Deatherage, a Viet Nam veteran, was deeply moved by the fact that veterans in Boone County had no place to heal wounds and memories of war. The names and etchings were brought to the forefront with beautiful black granite, making up the memorial honoring WWI... 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.

Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum

South > Southwest

The Ft. Thomas Community Museum's mission is to preserve, interpret and celebrate the cultural significance of our city; and to educate the public on the importance of our... Read more

The Ft. Thomas Community Museum's mission is to preserve, interpret and celebrate the cultural significance of our city; and to educate the public on the importance of our community's heritage. Fort Thomas was an induction center during WWI and WWII and over 80,000 were signed up for military duty on this very site. Dozens of... Read More

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

McGlasson Farms

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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

Barn Quilt Trail of Boone County

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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

James A. Ramage Civil War Museum

South > Southwest

Battery Hooper, one of the few remaining Civil War defensive positions left in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, represents a time when the community came together in a... Read more

Battery Hooper, one of the few remaining Civil War defensive positions left in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, represents a time when the community came together in a crisis. In September of 1862 -- 142 years ago this September --men, women, and children worked together to erect an eight-mile defensive line from Ludlow to... 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.

Boone's Landing

South > Southwest

Located near Big Bone Creek with access to the Ohio River, Boone's Landing offers boat storage, launching, mooring, and rentals of pontoons and canoes.  

Located near Big Bone Creek with access to the Ohio River, Boone's Landing offers boat storage, launching, mooring, and rentals of pontoons and canoes.  

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

VF Outlet Dry Ridge

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

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

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.

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

Hobby Villa

South > Southwest

Located in Crescent Springs with supplies for any hobby; including craft supplies, model car or science kits, remote controls, and games.

Located in Crescent Springs with supplies for any hobby; including craft supplies, model car or science kits, remote controls, and games.

The Nature Academy

South > Southwest

The Nature Academy's signature program, Windows into the Wild, gives adults, children and seniors the opportunity to experience nature and learn about the benefits it has... Read more

The Nature Academy's signature program, Windows into the Wild, gives adults, children and seniors the opportunity to experience nature and learn about the benefits it has on their everyday life. Stories connected with history, nature, plants and animals are used to help educate, engage, enrich, and entertain. Facility rental... Read More

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

Dinsmore Homestead

South > Southwest

The Dinsmore Homestead is a unique historic site where visitors can learn what rural life was like in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the... Read more

The Dinsmore Homestead is a unique historic site where visitors can learn what rural life was like in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the hiking trails developed in cooperation with the Kentucky Nature Conservancy and the Boone County Parks Department. It is a resource for students and scholars and... Read More