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
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
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 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 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Paolo
Uptown
Paolo
Uptown
Paolo one of Cincinnati's best jewelry design specialist with custom and modern jewelry designs, including platinum, 18k colored gold, diamond, and gemstone jewelry.
Paolo one of Cincinnati's best jewelry design specialist with custom and modern jewelry designs, including platinum, 18k colored gold, diamond, and gemstone jewelry.
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.
University of Cincinnati
Uptown
University of Cincinnati
Uptown
The University of Cincinnati is one of America's top public research institutions with a student population of more than 40,000. Since its founding in 1819, UC has been... Read more
The University of Cincinnati is one of America's top public research institutions with a student population of more than 40,000. Since its founding in 1819, UC has been the source of many discoveries creating positive change for society, including co-op education, the oral polio vaccine, the first electronic organ, the first... Read More
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
The Ludlow Garage
Uptown
The Ludlow Garage
Uptown
Intimate concert venue in Cincinnati's historic Clifton Gaslight neighborhood.
Intimate concert venue in Cincinnati's historic Clifton Gaslight neighborhood.
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
Framing services and fine artwork.
Framing services and fine artwork.
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
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
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 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
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Ivivva Cincinnati Apparel
Uptown
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
Girls athletic wear that's made to move.
Cincinnati Rollergirls
Uptown
Cincinnati Rollergirls
Uptown
The Cincinnati Rollergirls are the area’s first and foremost amateur, all-female, flat track roller derby league. The Cincinnati Rollergirls league was founded in December... Read more
The Cincinnati Rollergirls are the area’s first and foremost amateur, all-female, flat track roller derby league. The Cincinnati Rollergirls league was founded in December 2005 and is owned and operated by its very own skaters. The league is supported by a talented and energetic group of women from Cincinnati and surrounding... 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.
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
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.
The Galaxie Skateshop
Uptown
The Galaxie Skateshop
Uptown
Shop selling skateboards and skateboard accessories.
Shop selling skateboards and skateboard accessories.
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
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.
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.
English Traditions
Uptown
English Traditions
Uptown
Family-owned and operated business specializing in fine European antiques and European-made replica furniture
Family-owned and operated business specializing in fine European antiques and European-made replica furniture
Delamere & Hopkins
Uptown
Delamere & Hopkins
Uptown
Fly fishing and hunting gear
Fly fishing and hunting gear
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.
Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine
Uptown
Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine
Uptown
Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine has been family owned and operated since 1996, offering a large selection of wines and gift baskets.
Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine has been family owned and operated since 1996, offering a large selection of wines and gift baskets.
Hemptations
Uptown
Hemptations
Uptown
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
A large selection of hemp goods including clothing.
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
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.
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.
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
Shake It Records
Uptown
Shake It Records
Uptown
The current store stocks over 25,000 titles on vinyl and 15,000 titles on compact disc. In addition, we have well-stocked used cd & lp selections. We carry some... Read more
The current store stocks over 25,000 titles on vinyl and 15,000 titles on compact disc. In addition, we have well-stocked used cd & lp selections. We carry some mainstream releases, but we specialize in independent labels from the obvious to the obscure - Chicago post-punk art-rock to Ethiopian boog-a-loo and all stops in... 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.
Francesca's
Uptown
Francesca's
Uptown
The first Francesca's Collections store opened in 1999 and it is becoming a large women's fashion boutique around the country. Francesca's provides a unique shopping... Read more
The first Francesca's Collections store opened in 1999 and it is becoming a large women's fashion boutique around the country. Francesca's provides a unique shopping experience with a selection of treasured items from around the world.
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.
Constella Festival of Music and Fine Arts
Uptown
Constella Festival of Music and Fine Arts
Uptown
Constella creates an open space for renowned artists across genres to connect with audiences in an intimate setting. Our mission is to challenge misconceptions of... Read more
Constella creates an open space for renowned artists across genres to connect with audiences in an intimate setting. Our mission is to challenge misconceptions of classical music and the performing arts through the creation of original music, interdisciplinary works, and digital content. We further this mission by providing... 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
Vintage Marketplace
Uptown
Vintage Marketplace
Uptown
Vintage fashion for women.
Vintage fashion for women.
Annwood Park
Uptown
Annwood Park
Uptown
A small, well kept park located in the East Walnut Hills area. It was donated to Cincinnati in 1966 and expanded in 1969. It was created as an effort to preserve greenery... Read more
A small, well kept park located in the East Walnut Hills area. It was donated to Cincinnati in 1966 and expanded in 1969. It was created as an effort to preserve greenery and wildlife in the area. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Newstedt-Loring Andrews
Uptown
Newstedt-Loring Andrews
Uptown
Stunning, high quality jewelry.
Stunning, high quality jewelry.
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
