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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 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
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
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
Visionaries and Voices Northside Gallery
Uptown
Visionaries and Voices Northside Gallery
Uptown
"Where outsider art is always in." V&V supports 130 artists in the two studios, presents major exhibits in the V&V Northside Gallery and Corner Gallery, conducts... Read more
"Where outsider art is always in." V&V supports 130 artists in the two studios, presents major exhibits in the V&V Northside Gallery and Corner Gallery, conducts Outreach services for artists unable to attend the studios, provides job coaching for artists employed outside the studios and is working with 12 of the most... Read More
Holy Cross–Immaculata
Uptown
Holy Cross–Immaculata
Uptown
Built in 1859 in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams, Immaculata became known as the Church of the Steps and the pilgrimage was known as “making the steps” or “praying... Read more
Built in 1859 in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams, Immaculata became known as the Church of the Steps and the pilgrimage was known as “making the steps” or “praying up the steps."
Plaza Artist Materials
Uptown
Plaza Artist Materials
Uptown
Fine art supplies, crafts, graphic design, studio equipment, and so much more.
Fine art supplies, crafts, graphic design, studio equipment, and so much more.
Ohio Kings
Uptown
Ohio Kings
Uptown
The Ohio Kings are an expansion team that play in the American Basketball Association, a semi-pro league spanning 100 teams strong across the US, Canada, and Mexico. The... Read more
The Ohio Kings are an expansion team that play in the American Basketball Association, a semi-pro league spanning 100 teams strong across the US, Canada, and Mexico. The Kings play in the North Central Region with teams in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Maryland. Home games will be played at Cincinnati... Read More
Jazz Alive, Inc.
Uptown
Jazz Alive, Inc.
Uptown
Jazz Alive is a 501c3 non profit organization dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the uniquely American music art form of jazz and its practitioners. Their... Read more
Jazz Alive is a 501c3 non profit organization dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the uniquely American music art form of jazz and its practitioners. Their mission is to bring greater appreciation and understanding of jazz from the bebop era to present day. Jazz Alive was founded by 3 jazz musicians who are graduates... Read More
Bellevue Hill Park
Uptown
Bellevue Hill Park
Uptown
This park used to be the end point for the Cincinnati incline. Today, the beautiful view remains and, as an example of organic architecture, the park’s pavilion was... Read more
This park used to be the end point for the Cincinnati incline. Today, the beautiful view remains and, as an example of organic architecture, the park’s pavilion was designed by architect R. Carl Freund in 1955 to serve as an outdoor dancing venue. It features a cantilever roof, bandstand and three pergolas that form the... Read More
Hank a yarn boutique
Uptown
Hank a yarn boutique
Uptown
Sewing shop offering a variety of yarns and patterns to choose from.
Sewing shop offering a variety of yarns and patterns to choose from.
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.
Stagecraft Costuming Inc
Uptown
Stagecraft Costuming Inc
Uptown
Costume shop that designs and manufactures custom character costumes for amusement parks and corporate identities and mascots for major universities.
Costume shop that designs and manufactures custom character costumes for amusement parks and corporate identities and mascots for major universities.
Delamere & Hopkins
Uptown
Delamere & Hopkins
Uptown
Fly fishing and hunting gear
Fly fishing and hunting gear
Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum
Uptown
Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum
Uptown
Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful... Read more
Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful according to thousands of visitors every year. Its 733 acres offer the public a magnificent arboretum, open air museum and tranquil sanctuary just minutes away... Read More
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.
JackRabbit O'bryonville
Uptown
JackRabbit O'bryonville
Uptown
Bob Roncker's Running Spot offers the largest and widest selection of running shoes in the tri-state area. Consisting of brands like Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New... Read more
Bob Roncker's Running Spot offers the largest and widest selection of running shoes in the tri-state area. Consisting of brands like Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New Balance, Nike, Vibram, and Saucony. Bob Roncker's Running Spot also offers a variety of apparel, accessories, and socks complements the shoes.
Hemptations
Uptown
Hemptations
Uptown
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
Trend Boutique
Uptown
Trend Boutique
Uptown
Unique fashions at a moderate price
Unique fashions at a moderate price
NVISION
Uptown
NVISION
Uptown
NVISION offers vintage clothing, art, and furnishings, alongside items that are handcrafted, redesigned, or repurposed by local artists and designers.
NVISION offers vintage clothing, art, and furnishings, alongside items that are handcrafted, redesigned, or repurposed by local artists and designers.
Rottinghaus Gallery
Uptown
Rottinghaus Gallery
Uptown
Custom picture framing and fine art.
Custom picture framing and fine art.
Bogart's
Uptown
Bogart's
Uptown
A venue for local, national, and international live music. The venue holds approximately 1,500 people, has six bars, three levels for concert viewing, two entrances, and... Read more
A venue for local, national, and international live music. The venue holds approximately 1,500 people, has six bars, three levels for concert viewing, two entrances, and an elevated stage. Bogart's has been recognized on the international stage for bringing the newest, and best, music and entertainment to the public for over... Read More
EYE1 Unique Eyewear
Uptown
EYE1 Unique Eyewear
Uptown
High-end, unique eyewear
High-end, unique eyewear
Curate Boutique
Uptown
Curate Boutique
Uptown
A fun destination to play, discover, shop, and own unique, thoughtful styles from up and coming designers
A fun destination to play, discover, shop, and own unique, thoughtful styles from up and coming designers
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Uptown
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Uptown
The mission of the Cincinnati Black Theatre Company is to keep alive the spirit of Black Theatre by offering top-notch theatrical productions, performance and employment... Read more
The mission of the Cincinnati Black Theatre Company is to keep alive the spirit of Black Theatre by offering top-notch theatrical productions, performance and employment opportunities, children’s theatre, educational programs and community outreach in all aspects of theatre arts. CBTC is committed to increasing literacy,... Read More
Geier Esplanade
Uptown
Geier Esplanade
Uptown
A small stretch of land formerly known as Oakley Square, annually decorated with beautiful flowers and greenery. Part of Cincinnati Parks
A small stretch of land formerly known as Oakley Square, annually decorated with beautiful flowers and greenery. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Miller Gallery
Uptown
Miller Gallery
Uptown
Miller Gallery offers artwork from more than 60 established, mid-career, and emerging artists from all over the world.
Miller Gallery offers artwork from more than 60 established, mid-career, and emerging artists from all over the world.
Wolff Planetarium
Uptown
Wolff Planetarium
Uptown
One of the best secrets of the Cincinnati Parks is the Wolff Planetarium located at the Trailside Nature Center in Burnet Woods. This Spitz model A-1 planetarium was... Read more
One of the best secrets of the Cincinnati Parks is the Wolff Planetarium located at the Trailside Nature Center in Burnet Woods. This Spitz model A-1 planetarium was purchased in 1950, and is the oldest planetarium west of the Allegheny Mountains. Twenty adults can sit under the twelve foot dome to view the stars in all seasons... Read More
Aquarius Star
Uptown
Aquarius Star
Uptown
Aquarius Star supports local artists and small global communities. Some of these communities include the Indian Women's Co-op: an all female co-op that makes handmade... Read more
Aquarius Star supports local artists and small global communities. Some of these communities include the Indian Women's Co-op: an all female co-op that makes handmade necklaces; Andes Fair Trade, to include children's items such as musical instruments, puppets and medicine bags; Friendly Crystals, three generations of a Muslim... Read More
Rally House Cincinnati
Uptown
Rally House Cincinnati
Uptown
Merchandise for all of your favorite Cincinnati teams including the Bearcats, Reds, and Bengals.
Merchandise for all of your favorite Cincinnati teams including the Bearcats, Reds, and Bengals.
O'Bryonville Business District
Uptown
O'Bryonville Business District
Uptown
Most days of the week, the galleries and shops in historic O’Bryonville shopping district close by 6 p.m., but each third Thursday of the month more than 20 O’Bryonville... Read more
Most days of the week, the galleries and shops in historic O’Bryonville shopping district close by 6 p.m., but each third Thursday of the month more than 20 O’Bryonville businesses offer extended hours to attract prospective buyers with unique antique furniture, collectibles, furnishings, gifts, clothing, stationery, artwork... Read More
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.
Manifest Gallery
Uptown
Manifest Gallery
Uptown
Manifest stands for the quality presentation, experience, and documentation of the visual arts, engaging students, professionals, and the public from around the world... Read more
Manifest stands for the quality presentation, experience, and documentation of the visual arts, engaging students, professionals, and the public from around the world through accessible world-class exhibits, studio programs, and publications. Manifest Gallery serves as a venue for the display and experience of insightful,... Read More
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
Manitou Candle Co.
Uptown
Manitou Candle Co.
Uptown
Hand poured candles with a contemporary perspective blended with 100% American made soy wax, fine fragrances and essential oils.
Hand poured candles with a contemporary perspective blended with 100% American made soy wax, fine fragrances and essential oils.
Schmidt Boat Launch Ramp
Uptown
Schmidt Boat Launch Ramp
Uptown
Ohio River boat ramp located on the east side of Cincinnati with On-Site Attendant, Indoor Restroom, and Concession.
Ohio River boat ramp located on the east side of Cincinnati with On-Site Attendant, Indoor Restroom, and Concession.
Morrison & Me
Uptown
Morrison & Me
Uptown
Women's unique shoe, clothing & accessories boutique. Come rejuvenate your sole
Women's unique shoe, clothing & accessories boutique. Come rejuvenate your sole
Leeli & Lou
Uptown
Leeli & Lou
Uptown
Quality women's clothing, jewelry, gifts, and monogramming at affordable prices.
Quality women's clothing, jewelry, gifts, and monogramming at affordable prices.
Ten Thousand Villages
Uptown
Ten Thousand Villages
Uptown
Nonprofit fair trade retailer featuring handcrafted gift items, personal accessories and home décor.
Nonprofit fair trade retailer featuring handcrafted gift items, personal accessories and home décor.
Larz Anderson Park
Uptown
Larz Anderson Park
Uptown
A hillside park with a view of the Ohio River located conveniently above Columbia Parkway. Part of Cincinnati Parks
A hillside park with a view of the Ohio River located conveniently above Columbia Parkway. Part of Cincinnati Parks
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
Hopkins Park
Uptown
Hopkins Park
Uptown
A small neighborhood park with beautiful green areas, basketball courts, and a playground. Part of Cincinnati Parks
A small neighborhood park with beautiful green areas, basketball courts, and a playground. Part of Cincinnati Parks
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
Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Uptown
Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Uptown
Tour the Cincinnati home where Harriet Beecher Stowe lived during the formative years that led her to write the best-selling novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Learn about the... Read more
Tour the Cincinnati home where Harriet Beecher Stowe lived during the formative years that led her to write the best-selling novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Learn about the author, the Beecher and Stowe families, the Underground Railroad, women’s rights movement of the 1830s–1860s, and the site as an African American boarding house... Read More
Wrong Bros
Uptown
Wrong Bros
Uptown
Bikes and other cool stuff.
Bikes and other cool stuff.
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
The Spotted Goose Co.
Uptown
The Spotted Goose Co.
Uptown
Children's fashion boutique which features outfits from many different designers.
Children's fashion boutique which features outfits from many different designers.
Greenwich House Gallery
Uptown
Greenwich House Gallery
Uptown
Offers work in a variety of styles and mediums, specializing in contemporary work and American impressionism.
Offers work in a variety of styles and mediums, specializing in contemporary work and American impressionism.
Happen’s Toy Lab
Uptown
Happen’s Toy Lab
Uptown
The place where anyone can build their own toy out of recycled toy parts.
The place where anyone can build their own toy out of recycled toy parts.
