Things to Do
Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Uptown 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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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Uptown
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Uptown
Feed a giraffe or meet a new animal friend during an Animal Encounter at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's Africa exhibit. Take the kids for a ride on the Safari... Read more
Feed a giraffe or meet a new animal friend during an Animal Encounter at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's Africa exhibit. Take the kids for a ride on the Safari Train or for a spin on the Conservation Carousel. Or send your senses into overdrive at the 4-D Theater featuring a cinematic experience that combines high-... Read More
Cincinnati Art Museum
Uptown
Cincinnati Art Museum
Uptown
Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features an unparalleled art collection of more than 67,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying... Read more
Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features an unparalleled art collection of more than 67,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the Art Museum also hosts several national and international traveling exhibitions each year. The recently opened Rosenthal Education... Read More
Rookwood Commons and Pavilion
Uptown
Rookwood Commons and Pavilion
Uptown
Visit the first choice for Cincinnati shopping, Rookwood Commons & Pavilion. Whether shopping in Cincinnati all day, or just to find that one special item, Rookwood... Read more
Visit the first choice for Cincinnati shopping, Rookwood Commons & Pavilion. Whether shopping in Cincinnati all day, or just to find that one special item, Rookwood delivers the ultimate shopping experience. As the most notable of Cincinnati shopping malls, this luxurious shopping mall features over 70 fine stores and... Read More
Krohn Conservatory
Uptown
Krohn Conservatory
Uptown
Built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era, Krohn Conservatory showcases more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. The conservatory changes throughout... Read more
Built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era, Krohn Conservatory showcases more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. The conservatory changes throughout the year with special exhibits and programs, including the ever-popular Butterfly Show where thousands of butterflies are free to fly throughout the Krohn... Read More
American Sign Museum
Uptown
American Sign Museum
Uptown
Take a walk down Memory Lane. The American Sign Museum takes you through a half century of sign history, beginning with the fancy goldleaf glass signs of the early 1900s,... Read more
Take a walk down Memory Lane. The American Sign Museum takes you through a half century of sign history, beginning with the fancy goldleaf glass signs of the early 1900s, through the pre-neon era of lightbulb signs, to neon's heydey in the 1930s-1940s, and on into the plastic era of the funky '50s. Guided tours are offered and... Read More
Nordstrom Rack
Uptown
Nordstrom Rack
Uptown
Nordstrom Rack, the off-price division of Nordstrom, Inc., first opened in the basement of the Downtown Seattle store in 1975 as a clearance department. Since that time,... Read more
Nordstrom Rack, the off-price division of Nordstrom, Inc., first opened in the basement of the Downtown Seattle store in 1975 as a clearance department. Since that time, it has grown into its own division. Currently there are 56 Nordstrom Rack locations in 20 states. Nordstrom Rack carries merchandise from Nordstrom stores and... Read More
Woodstone Creek Winery and Distillery
Uptown
Woodstone Creek Winery and Distillery
Uptown
As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings... Read more
As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings change seasonally - Ohio grape varietals from dry to sweet, honeywine from local honey, port with our own potstilled brandy and fruit wine from area farms.... Read More
Cincy Shirts Hyde Park
Uptown
Cincy Shirts Hyde Park
Uptown
Local shop featuring unique Cincinnati apparel and gifts.
Local shop featuring unique Cincinnati apparel and gifts.
The Bead Joint
Uptown
The Bead Joint
Uptown
Family-owned shop offering a wide variety of beads and beading accessories.
Family-owned shop offering a wide variety of beads and beading accessories.
Top Cats
Uptown
Top Cats
Uptown
Top Cats has created a event space that allow guests to live, breath, and really feel the experience through vintage architecture, modern design, unique sounds, and... Read more
Top Cats has created a event space that allow guests to live, breath, and really feel the experience through vintage architecture, modern design, unique sounds, and delightful tastes, that culminate into inviting spaces that bring people together. While Top Cats is inspired to the then and now of Cincinnati, they strive to... Read More
Clifton Market
Uptown
Clifton Market
Uptown
Full service, community owned grocery store offering fresh baked bread and pastries, a deli, a fresh meat and seafood counter, hot and cold prepared foods, and a sushi bar...
Full service, community owned grocery store offering fresh baked bread and pastries, a deli, a fresh meat and seafood counter, hot and cold prepared foods, and a sushi bar.
Hinge
Uptown
Hinge
Uptown
Hinge offers a selection of antique and vintage home goods and décor; they also offer a service to repurpose old antiques.
Hinge offers a selection of antique and vintage home goods and décor; they also offer a service to repurpose old antiques.
45/46 Fine Men’s Apparel
Uptown
45/46 Fine Men’s Apparel
Uptown
Mens custom shirts and suits, as well as shoes and accessories to bring everything together
Mens custom shirts and suits, as well as shoes and accessories to bring everything together
Caza Sikes
Uptown
Caza Sikes
Uptown
Cincinnati's premiere gallery for fine art, fine craft, and exceptional, one-of-a-kind handmade pieces.
Cincinnati's premiere gallery for fine art, fine craft, and exceptional, one-of-a-kind handmade pieces.
Soho Boutique
Uptown
Soho Boutique
Uptown
Women's contemporary separates, dresses, jewelry, shoes, and accessories from a variety of American and European designers.
Women's contemporary separates, dresses, jewelry, shoes, and accessories from a variety of American and European designers.
D Raphael
Uptown
D Raphael
Uptown
Handcrafted jewelry and Renaissance Festival gear including arms and armour, shields and plaques, chain maille, and long bows and cross bows
Handcrafted jewelry and Renaissance Festival gear including arms and armour, shields and plaques, chain maille, and long bows and cross bows
DAAP Galleries
Uptown
DAAP Galleries
Uptown
The DAAP Galleries are intended to serve a broad and diverse audience of students, faculty, and staff of the University, as well as from the wider Cincinnati community.... Read more
The DAAP Galleries are intended to serve a broad and diverse audience of students, faculty, and staff of the University, as well as from the wider Cincinnati community.
Eden Park
Uptown
Eden Park
Uptown
Home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park is one of the most popular of the Cincinnati Parks. Landmarks... Read more
Home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park is one of the most popular of the Cincinnati Parks. Landmarks within the park include Hinkle Magnolia Garden, which features a picturesque gazebo, memorial tree groves and paths, Mirror Lake, and the Bettman Fountain. Twin... Read More
The Galaxie Skateshop
Uptown
The Galaxie Skateshop
Uptown
Shop selling skateboards and skateboard accessories.
Shop selling skateboards and skateboard accessories.
Ludlow Wines
Uptown
Ludlow Wines
Uptown
Ludlow Wines is a family-owned and operated merchant of fine wine and craft beer located in Clifton. They offer nearly 300 fine and boutique wines and over 150 carefully... Read more
Ludlow Wines is a family-owned and operated merchant of fine wine and craft beer located in Clifton. They offer nearly 300 fine and boutique wines and over 150 carefully curated craft beers.
Redtree Gallery
Uptown
Redtree Gallery
Uptown
Redtree Gallery features a selection of art from a wide variety of emerging and established artists. The gallery features affordable art within a coffee shop lounge... Read more
Redtree Gallery features a selection of art from a wide variety of emerging and established artists. The gallery features affordable art within a coffee shop lounge setting.
Knickers of Hyde Park
Uptown
Knickers of Hyde Park
Uptown
Located in Hyde Park Knickers is a boutique that specializes in lingerie and sleepwear with a variety from cozy to sophisticated.
Located in Hyde Park Knickers is a boutique that specializes in lingerie and sleepwear with a variety from cozy to sophisticated.
Thunder-Sky
Uptown
Thunder-Sky
Uptown
Art commemorating Raymond Thunder-Sky and his legacy.
Art commemorating Raymond Thunder-Sky and his legacy.
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
Cincinnati Skirball Museum
Uptown
Cincinnati Skirball Museum
Uptown
The Skirball Museum in Cincinnati has a long history as one of the oldest repositories of Jewish cultural artifacts in America. The first stage in the museum's development... Read more
The Skirball Museum in Cincinnati has a long history as one of the oldest repositories of Jewish cultural artifacts in America. The first stage in the museum's development lasted for nearly a century, beginning when Hebrew Union College (HUC) opened in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1875 and over time began accepting donations of Judaic... Read More
Cincinnati Children's Choir
Uptown
Cincinnati Children's Choir
Uptown
The Cincinnati Children’s Choir is a non-profit organization serving young singers from Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Each year, over 1000... Read more
The Cincinnati Children’s Choir is a non-profit organization serving young singers from Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Each year, over 1000 Greater Cincinnati children in grades one through twelve benefit from this educational venue focusing on performance as a result of the children’s education... Read More
Artists’ Beads
Uptown
Artists’ Beads
Uptown
Shop a wide selection of beads, and even beading classes and parties
Shop a wide selection of beads, and even beading classes and parties
Hoffner Park
Uptown
Hoffner Park
Uptown
Formerly known as Northside playground, this park has been restored to be the perfect locations for gatherings, fun, and family reunions. Part of ... Read more
Formerly known as Northside playground, this park has been restored to be the perfect locations for gatherings, fun, and family reunions. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Mt. Storm Park
Uptown
Mt. Storm Park
Uptown
Located in Clifton, this park has picnic areas, green spaces, and a beautiful gazebo. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Located in Clifton, this park has picnic areas, green spaces, and a beautiful gazebo. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Upper Eden
Uptown
Upper Eden
Uptown
Jewelry, handbags, art glass, scarves, and an art gallery.
Jewelry, handbags, art glass, scarves, and an art gallery.
Malton Art Gallery
Uptown
Malton Art Gallery
Uptown
The Malton Art Gallery has been in business in Cincinnati since 1974, offering a large selection of art in all mediums. Paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and glass... Read more
The Malton Art Gallery has been in business in Cincinnati since 1974, offering a large selection of art in all mediums. Paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and glass art are all available for viewing and purchase at the gallery. They also offer professional art consultation services for your home.
Exhale Dance Tribe
Uptown
Exhale Dance Tribe
Uptown
Exhale Dance Tribe is a contemporary jazz troupe comprised of Cincinnati-based performing artists and dance educators. Founded in 2000 by Andrew Hubbard and Missy Lay... Read more
Exhale Dance Tribe is a contemporary jazz troupe comprised of Cincinnati-based performing artists and dance educators. Founded in 2000 by Andrew Hubbard and Missy Lay Zimmer, Exhale celebrates the full range of modern and rhythm-based dance and features diverse and versatile performers. Their programs, performances, and... Read More
Whole Foods Market
Uptown
Whole Foods Market
Uptown
Natural and organic grocery items, housewares, and other products.
Natural and organic grocery items, housewares, and other products.
Urban Outfitters
Uptown
Urban Outfitters
Uptown
Chain with a hipster vibe known for on-trend fashions, accessories, and quirky home-décor items.
Chain with a hipster vibe known for on-trend fashions, accessories, and quirky home-décor items.
Wild Things Antiques
Uptown
Wild Things Antiques
Uptown
Antique shop specializing in vintage, mid-century modern, and other funky finds.
Antique shop specializing in vintage, mid-century modern, and other funky finds.
The Chocolate Bee
Uptown
The Chocolate Bee
Uptown
Home of Bee Haven and Chocolats Latour. Offering products from the hive and hand crafted chocolates.
Home of Bee Haven and Chocolats Latour. Offering products from the hive and hand crafted chocolates.
Northside Grange
Uptown
Northside Grange
Uptown
Supplies for your dog, cat, and backyard poultry.
Supplies for your dog, cat, and backyard poultry.
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)
Uptown
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)
Uptown
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) is a nationally ranked and internationally renowned preeminent institution for the performing and media... Read more
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) is a nationally ranked and internationally renowned preeminent institution for the performing and media arts. The CCM Village is equipped with state of the art classroom, studio and performance facilities, which are housed in four buildings: Corbett Center for the... Read More
Raul Haas-Hyde Park
Uptown
Raul Haas-Hyde Park
Uptown
Antique and estate jewelry
Antique and estate jewelry
20th Century Theatre
Uptown
20th Century Theatre
Uptown
20th Century Theatre has had a long and turbulent lifespan including multiple remodels, water damage, and finally taking its place in Oakley in 1997 as a special event,... Read more
20th Century Theatre has had a long and turbulent lifespan including multiple remodels, water damage, and finally taking its place in Oakley in 1997 as a special event, concert, and wedding venue. Its retro flair and large meeting space set it apart as a premiere event venue in the Cincinnati area.
Goldsmith Cardel
Uptown
Goldsmith Cardel
Uptown
The very best china, silver, gifts, and bridal registry services.
The very best china, silver, gifts, and bridal registry services.
Cincinnati Men's Chorus
Uptown
Cincinnati Men's Chorus
Uptown
The Cincinnati Men’s Chorus (CMC) is a voluntary, not-for-profit community chorus organized to provide the opportunity for gay and gay-supportive men to sing together. The... Read more
The Cincinnati Men’s Chorus (CMC) is a voluntary, not-for-profit community chorus organized to provide the opportunity for gay and gay-supportive men to sing together. The chorus seeks to provide social and fellowship experiences that reach beyond the realm of musical purpose to deepen and enrich our lives. In addtition, they... Read More
Duttenhofer’s Books
Uptown
Duttenhofer’s Books
Uptown
Used book store specializing in classic titles of literature, philosophy, and poetry
Used book store specializing in classic titles of literature, philosophy, and poetry
Lucky Cat Museum
Uptown
Lucky Cat Museum
Uptown
Most everyone recognizes Maneki Neko (Japan's "Lucky Cat"). Asian restaurants often have the happy waving cat greeting customers. The Cincinnati Lucky Cat Museum has over... Read more
Most everyone recognizes Maneki Neko (Japan's "Lucky Cat"). Asian restaurants often have the happy waving cat greeting customers. The Cincinnati Lucky Cat Museum has over 1,000 of these fortunate felines on display. Some are waving, some are not. Some are lefties, some righties, and some use both paws to invite luck. One... Read More
Fairfield Community Arts Center
Uptown
Fairfield Community Arts Center
Uptown
At the Fairfield Community Arts Center, you will find theatre, art, dance, concerts, pottery, fitness, special events, and so much more! Come visit the center located in... Read more
At the Fairfield Community Arts Center, you will find theatre, art, dance, concerts, pottery, fitness, special events, and so much more! Come visit the center located in the Fairfield Village Green Park.
