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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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
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 Rosenthal Education Center offers an... 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.
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
Clifton Natural Foods
Uptown
Clifton Natural Foods
Uptown
Clifton Natural Foods is a family-owned natural food store that has been part of the Clifton community since 1985. They offering organic produce, bulk grains, coffee and... Read more
Clifton Natural Foods is a family-owned natural food store that has been part of the Clifton community since 1985. They offering organic produce, bulk grains, coffee and herbs as well as vitamins, dairy alternatives, body care, chemical-free and cruelty-free cleaning products, and so much more.
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has... Read more
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has been restored to its original appearance. A visit to the site includes a tour of the restored birthplace and four period rooms that reflect the family life... Read More
Morrison & Me Shoe Boutique
Uptown
Morrison & Me Shoe Boutique
Uptown
High fashion shoes at reasonable prices.
High fashion shoes at reasonable prices.
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.
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
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.
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
Bettman Nature Preserve
Uptown
Bettman Nature Preserve
Uptown
A collection of wooded acres donated in 1977 by Mrs. Arthur M. Bettman to preserve nature and provide a place for wildlife to flourish. The park is home to walking and... Read more
A collection of wooded acres donated in 1977 by Mrs. Arthur M. Bettman to preserve nature and provide a place for wildlife to flourish. The park is home to walking and biking trails as well as a wheelchair accessible nature center. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Gallery 708
Uptown
Gallery 708
Uptown
This artist owned and operated gallery celebrates the area’s talented artists and artisans by promoting their work and providing a professional gallery setting.
This artist owned and operated gallery celebrates the area’s talented artists and artisans by promoting their work and providing a professional gallery setting.
Urban Air Cincinnati
Uptown
Urban Air Cincinnati
Uptown
Urban Air Cincinnati, Indoor Trampoline & Adventure Park, is safe, fun, affordable entertainment for the entire family.
Urban Air Cincinnati, Indoor Trampoline & Adventure Park, is safe, fun, affordable entertainment for the entire family.
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
Peek of Chic
Uptown
Peek of Chic
Uptown
Peek of Chic is a local boutique located in Hyde Park with unique jewelry and accessories.
Peek of Chic is a local boutique located in Hyde Park with unique jewelry and accessories.
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.
Cincinnati Observatory
Uptown
Cincinnati Observatory
Uptown
Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome... Read more
Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome National Historic Landmark buildings; one designed in 1873 by Samuel Hannaford, complement the institution's park-like setting.
Prairie Gallery
Uptown
Prairie Gallery
Uptown
Gallery showcasing the work local, regional, and national artists.
Gallery showcasing the work local, regional, and national artists.
Alms Park
Uptown
Alms Park
Uptown
This hilltop 94-acre park was given to the Park Board in 1916 as a memorial to Frederick H. Alms by his wife. The land was once owned by Nicholas Longworth, who produced... Read more
This hilltop 94-acre park was given to the Park Board in 1916 as a memorial to Frederick H. Alms by his wife. The land was once owned by Nicholas Longworth, who produced his Catawba wine there before the Civil War. From its heights, one can see the juncture of the Little Miami River with the gigantic bend of the Ohio, the hills... Read More
Lentz & Company
Uptown
Lentz & Company
Uptown
Vintage treasures for everyone.
Vintage treasures for everyone.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
Uptown
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
Uptown
Top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling, and more.
Top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling, and 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.
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.
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
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
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.
Ault Park
Uptown
Ault Park
Uptown
Ault Park is one of Cincinnati's largest and most scenic parks, with a variety of gardens, benches and plenty of playground equipment. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Ault Park is one of Cincinnati's largest and most scenic parks, with a variety of gardens, benches and plenty of playground equipment. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Able Scotsman Tours
Uptown
Able Scotsman Tours
Uptown
Come spend a few enjoyable hours touring the famous and historic “Queen City of the West!” Your host, John Rose, invites you to see the sights and the sites. Learn a bit... Read more
Come spend a few enjoyable hours touring the famous and historic “Queen City of the West!” Your host, John Rose, invites you to see the sights and the sites. Learn a bit about the history of our city. Relax as we take you on a tour of beautiful and historic Cincinnati, Ohio and northern Kentucky. Choose our standard tour or we... Read More
Visual History Gallery
Uptown
Visual History Gallery
Uptown
Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.
Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.
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
Castle House
Uptown
Castle House
Uptown
Castle House specializes in designer clothing and shoes for infants and young children.
Castle House specializes in designer clothing and shoes for infants and young children.
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.
Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing Center
Uptown
Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing Center
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
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
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.
Hanover House Interiors & Antiques, Ltd
Uptown
Hanover House Interiors & Antiques, Ltd
Uptown
Interiors & Antiques. Complete interior design services, from whole house design to one small accessory or gift item
Interiors & Antiques. Complete interior design services, from whole house design to one small accessory or gift item
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.
Northside Grange
Uptown
Northside Grange
Uptown
Supplies for your dog, cat, and backyard poultry.
Supplies for your dog, cat, and backyard poultry.
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
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 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
