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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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
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
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
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
Blue Manatee Literacy Project
Uptown
Blue Manatee Literacy Project
Uptown
Formerly Blue Manatee Bookstore. Children's bookstore and cafe located in Oakley Square
Formerly Blue Manatee Bookstore. Children's bookstore and cafe located in Oakley Square
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.
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.
Hemptations
Uptown
Hemptations
Uptown
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
Ohio River Trail
Uptown
Ohio River Trail
Uptown
A series of multi-use trails (biking, running & walking) along the Ohio River including Lunken Trail and Armleder Park Trail. The current trail spans more than 10... Read more
A series of multi-use trails (biking, running & walking) along the Ohio River including Lunken Trail and Armleder Park Trail. The current trail spans more than 10 miles. Once completed, the Ohio River Trail will span 23 miles along the north bank of the river from Coney Island through Downtown to Sayler Park. It will... 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
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is the region's preeminent professional theatre. Winner of two Tony Awards, the Playhouse produces a season of mainstage and community... Read more
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is the region's preeminent professional theatre. Winner of two Tony Awards, the Playhouse produces a season of mainstage and community touring productions from Sept. to June that feature storytelling of exceptional artistry and unmatched variety. The Playhouse draw's the nation's finest theatre... Read More
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.
Jamshid's Antique Rugs
Uptown
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.
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.
Improv Cincinnati
Uptown
Improv Cincinnati
Uptown
Ready for a night of laughter? Improv Cincinnati’s Saturday night shows are as fun as they are varied. Performances include a two-act improvised musical, improv scenes... Read more
Ready for a night of laughter? Improv Cincinnati’s Saturday night shows are as fun as they are varied. Performances include a two-act improvised musical, improv scenes inspired by the true stories of local raconteurs, Whose Line Is It Anyway-style games, and much more. If you'd like to give improv a try, Improv Cincinnati’s... Read More
Kilimanjaro African Heritage
Uptown
Kilimanjaro African Heritage
Uptown
Kilimajaro offers a wide variety of authentic African attires, drums, sculptures, masks, black soap coco butter, and more.
Kilimajaro offers a wide variety of authentic African attires, drums, sculptures, masks, black soap coco butter, and more.
Madison Bowl
Uptown
Madison Bowl
Uptown
Historic bowling alley in operation since 1957. Madison Diner is located inside the alley.
Historic bowling alley in operation since 1957. Madison Diner is located inside the alley.
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
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.
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.
Phyllis Weston Gallery
Uptown
Phyllis Weston Gallery
Uptown
Original paintings, prints, and works on paper from the 19th-21st centuries.
Original paintings, prints, and works on paper from the 19th-21st centuries.
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.
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.
Thunder-Sky
Uptown
Thunder-Sky
Uptown
Art commemorating Raymond Thunder-Sky and his legacy.
Art commemorating Raymond Thunder-Sky and his legacy.
Hyde Park Square
Uptown
Hyde Park Square
Uptown
Acquired in 1903 when Hyde Park was annexed to Cincinnati, this .25 acre parcel, located at Erie Avenue and Edwards Road, was maintained by the city until it was... Read more
Acquired in 1903 when Hyde Park was annexed to Cincinnati, this .25 acre parcel, located at Erie Avenue and Edwards Road, was maintained by the city until it was transferred to the park board in 1917. The fountain on the square was donated by the Kilgour family on Nov. 6, 1900. Following a complete restoration and revamping,... Read More
Oakley Wines
Uptown
Oakley Wines
Uptown
Boutique bottle shop and wine bar with curated cocktails and beer.
Boutique bottle shop and wine bar with curated cocktails and beer.
Westcott & Schaff Picture Framing
Uptown
Westcott & Schaff Picture Framing
Uptown
Upscale picture framing shop with an extensive showroom.
Upscale picture framing shop with an extensive showroom.
Burnet Woods
Uptown
Burnet Woods
Uptown
Located near the University of Cincinnati, Burnet Woods has everything you could want from hiking trails to a historic bandstand to picnic areas to playgrounds and more.... Read more
Located near the University of Cincinnati, Burnet Woods has everything you could want from hiking trails to a historic bandstand to picnic areas to playgrounds and more. They also have a full disc golf course for your enjoyment. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Three French Hens
Uptown
Three French Hens
Uptown
Ladies clothing, accessories, and great gifts to make you stand out from the rest.
Ladies clothing, accessories, and great gifts to make you stand out from the rest.
Vintage Marketplace
Uptown
Vintage Marketplace
Uptown
Vintage fashion for women.
Vintage fashion for women.
Alligator Purse
Uptown
Alligator Purse
Uptown
Women's contemporary boutique providing customers with access to the latest looks from top contemporary fashion houses
Women's contemporary boutique providing customers with access to the latest looks from top contemporary fashion houses
Drake Planetarium & Science Center
Uptown
Drake Planetarium & Science Center
Uptown
Drake Planetarium & Science Center has been providing science education since 1982 to children throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The Drake Planetarium's seating... Read more
Drake Planetarium & Science Center has been providing science education since 1982 to children throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The Drake Planetarium's seating capacity is 70 visitors per show and programs are available for audiences ranging from preschool age to senior citizens. During the school year, we offer... Read More
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
The Gift Box
Uptown
The Gift Box
Uptown
Unique gift shop offering décor, jewelry, candles, and more.
Unique gift shop offering décor, jewelry, candles, and more.
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
Fleischmann Gardens
Uptown
Fleischmann Gardens
Uptown
Fleischmann Gardens is an elegantly landscaped hideaway on the former site of the home of Charles Fleischmann. It offers beautiful gardens, ornamental entrance gates, and... Read more
Fleischmann Gardens is an elegantly landscaped hideaway on the former site of the home of Charles Fleischmann. It offers beautiful gardens, ornamental entrance gates, and an evergreen maze. Part of Cincinnati Parks
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."
Joseph-Beth Booksellers
Uptown
Joseph-Beth Booksellers
Uptown
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.
City Mouse Country Mouse Antiques
Uptown
City Mouse Country Mouse Antiques
Uptown
We specialize in 18th and 19th Century American and English furniture and decorative objects. Our 2,000 square foot showroom is filled with antiques including Paintings,... Read more
We specialize in 18th and 19th Century American and English furniture and decorative objects. Our 2,000 square foot showroom is filled with antiques including Paintings, Rugs, China, Furniture, Brass, Copper, Silver, Crystal and Wooden pieces.
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
Framing services and fine artwork.
Framing services and fine artwork.
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.
i-do boutique
Uptown
i-do boutique
Uptown
Complimentary event resource showroom for planning a wedding or special event.
Complimentary event resource showroom for planning a wedding or special event.
Pixel 19 Vintage clothing LLC
Uptown
Pixel 19 Vintage clothing LLC
Uptown
Vintage and retro finds including clothing, shoes, accessories, décor, furniture, and more.
Vintage and retro finds including clothing, shoes, accessories, décor, furniture, and more.
