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
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
King Arthur's Court Toys
Uptown
King Arthur's Court Toys
Uptown
Located in Oakley with a large selection of children's toys.
Located in Oakley with a large selection of children's toys.
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
Hemptations
Uptown
Hemptations
Uptown
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
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.
Xavier University
Uptown
Xavier University
Uptown
Founded in 1831, Xavier University is a private coeducational university located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Cincinnati is home to six Fortune 500 companies and two professional... Read more
Founded in 1831, Xavier University is a private coeducational university located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Cincinnati is home to six Fortune 500 companies and two professional sports teams. Xavier provides a liberal arts education in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition. The university is the third-largest independent institution in Ohio... Read More
Wrong Bros
Uptown
Wrong Bros
Uptown
Bikes and other cool stuff.
Bikes and other cool stuff.
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.
Raul Haas-Hyde Park
Uptown
Raul Haas-Hyde Park
Uptown
Antique and estate jewelry
Antique and estate jewelry
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.
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.
Mount Adams Walks
Uptown
Mount Adams Walks
Uptown
On this guided walking tour of historic Mount Adams, you’ll visit the Immaculata Church, location of the annual Good Friday Pilgrimage, and learn where the US Weather... Read more
On this guided walking tour of historic Mount Adams, you’ll visit the Immaculata Church, location of the annual Good Friday Pilgrimage, and learn where the US Weather Bureau and American Astronomy were born. See the original Rookwood Pottery, the Passionist Monastery, Cincinnati’s oldest Irish pub and the site of the Mount... 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.
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.
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
Uptown
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
Uptown
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is the oldest children’s theatre in the country (and is the only professional theater in the region that devotes its entire... Read more
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is the oldest children’s theatre in the country (and is the only professional theater in the region that devotes its entire MainStage season to children). We bring more than 105,000 people downtown annually. We reach almost 70,000 students through our touring productions, and TCT... Read More
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
Fairview Park
Uptown
Fairview Park
Uptown
Established in 1931, Fairview Park offers a beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati, the Ohio River, and Union Terminal. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Established in 1931, Fairview Park offers a beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati, the Ohio River, and Union Terminal. Part of Cincinnati Parks
The Art of Entertaining
Uptown
The Art of Entertaining
Uptown
The Art of Entertaining provides interactive culinary and wine tasting events, in part with selling wine, beer, and making custom gift baskets at our store “Uncorked”.... Read more
The Art of Entertaining provides interactive culinary and wine tasting events, in part with selling wine, beer, and making custom gift baskets at our store “Uncorked”. Schedule team building events, corporate luncheons/catering, or wedding rehearsal dinners with us! We can accommodate both small and large groups.
Upper Eden
Uptown
Upper Eden
Uptown
Jewelry, handbags, art glass, scarves, and an art gallery.
Jewelry, handbags, art glass, scarves, and an art gallery.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Spun Bicycles
Uptown
Spun Bicycles
Uptown
Full service bike shop offering new and used bikes, parts, accessories, and a full service repair shop.
Full service bike shop offering new and used bikes, parts, accessories, and a full service repair shop.
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
The Dust Jacket
Uptown
The Dust Jacket
Uptown
Used book store.
Used book store.
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
Parkers Woods
Uptown
Parkers Woods
Uptown
Located in Northside, this park offers plenty of green spaces and picnic areas as well as a playground for children. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Located in Northside, this park offers plenty of green spaces and picnic areas as well as a playground for children. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Rottinghaus Gallery
Uptown
Rottinghaus Gallery
Uptown
Custom picture framing and fine art.
Custom picture framing and fine art.
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
Cycling Backroads: Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum Tour
Uptown
Cycling Backroads: Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum Tour
Uptown
The leisurely ride features multiple lakes, state champion trees, hundreds of plant species and panoramic views within the park-like setting of this National Historic... Read more
The leisurely ride features multiple lakes, state champion trees, hundreds of plant species and panoramic views within the park-like setting of this National Historic Landmark. From the mid-1840s this site, with its uniquely crafted mausoleums and art inspired monuments, has been the resting place for military personnel,... Read More
Black Plastic Records
Uptown
Clifton Performance Theater
Uptown
Clifton Performance Theater
Uptown
The Clifton Performance Theatre (The Players) is an actor driven cooperative. Founded by Clifton resident Carol Brammer and built by the hard work of Cincinnati’s... Read more
The Clifton Performance Theatre (The Players) is an actor driven cooperative. Founded by Clifton resident Carol Brammer and built by the hard work of Cincinnati’s professional actors, directors and designers. The Clifton Performance Theatre offers classes, workshops, plays, musical and artistic events to children and adults. It... Read More
Marde Couture
Uptown
Marde Couture
Uptown
Fashion boutique for women.
Fashion boutique for women.
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.
Pangaea Trading Company
Uptown
Pangaea Trading Company
Uptown
Explore your style in the heart of Clifton's Gaslight district. CityBeat Best of 2014 Women's Clothing Store!
Explore your style in the heart of Clifton's Gaslight district. CityBeat Best of 2014 Women's Clothing Store!
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.
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
The Hansa Guild
Uptown
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
Authentic moccasins, slippers, boots, and hats.
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
Mole’s Record Exchange
Uptown
Mole’s Record Exchange
Uptown
Cincinnati's longest running record store since 1974.
Cincinnati's longest running record store since 1974.
Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
Uptown
Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
Uptown
The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra is an independent ensemble of 32 professional musicians that celebrated its 40th anniversary season in 2014 and launched the critically... Read more
The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra is an independent ensemble of 32 professional musicians that celebrated its 40th anniversary season in 2014 and launched the critically acclaimed summer music festival Summermusik in August, 2015. Maestro Eckart Preu was named as new music director in October, 2016. The CCO offers a vibrant and... 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
