Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Archery Arena

North

The first and only dedicated archery dodgeball facility in the midwest. Battle your friends and family with bows and specially engineered foam-tipped arrows.

The first and only dedicated archery dodgeball facility in the midwest. Battle your friends and family with bows and specially engineered foam-tipped arrows.

Brewing Heritage Trail Tours

Downtown

Explore Cincinnati's brewing legacy and learn the tales of breweries past with a walk through the neighborhood that is home to one of the largest collections of pre-... Read more

Explore Cincinnati's brewing legacy and learn the tales of breweries past with a walk through the neighborhood that is home to one of the largest collections of pre-Prohibition breweries. The Brewing Heritage Trail is a non-profit organization based in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine, establishing a physical walking trail... Read More

Smale Riverfront Park

Downtown

Located on 45-acres along Cincinnati's downtown riverfront, park features include splash grounds and water play areas, playground, picnic area, Carol Ann's Carousel,... Read more

Located on 45-acres along Cincinnati's downtown riverfront, park features include splash grounds and water play areas, playground, picnic area, Carol Ann's Carousel, Moerlein Lager House and more. See this map for all the features. Part of Cincinnati Parks

The Framery & Raymond Gallery

Uptown

Framing services and fine artwork.

Framing services and fine artwork.

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

Vintage Marketplace

North

Vintage fashion for women.

Vintage fashion for women.

Wyoming Fine Arts Center

North

Since its founding in 1995, the Wyoming Fine Arts Center has become one of this region’s premier community art centers. We offer more programs to more students than... Read more

Since its founding in 1995, the Wyoming Fine Arts Center has become one of this region’s premier community art centers. We offer more programs to more students than virtually any other center in Greater Cincinnati. And we believe our personal approach to each student’s success is what sets us apart. The Wyoming Fine Arts Center... Read More

Loveland Castle

East

There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and... Read more

There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and flowers to a family picnic by the river to admiring the collection of period weaponry on display. Harry Andrews built the stone castle in the 1920s on the bank... Read More

Circle of Hope

South > Riverfront

Retail store featuring the works of local artisans. All profits made from artwork go toward charity

Retail store featuring the works of local artisans. All profits made from artwork go toward charity

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati

Downtown

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is the region's premiere destination for powerful and provocative contemporary theatre. Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its... Read more

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is the region's premiere destination for powerful and provocative contemporary theatre. Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its dedication to bringing socially conscious new works to local audiences, Ensemble Theatre continues to present a portfolio of visually stunning theatre that garners... Read More

The 1811 Augusta Jail

South > Southeast

The 1811 Augusta Jail is the oldest jail in the state of Kentucky on its original foundation. The 1st floor, the prisoner's quarters, have been restored and is open to the... Read more

The 1811 Augusta Jail is the oldest jail in the state of Kentucky on its original foundation. The 1st floor, the prisoner's quarters, have been restored and is open to the public. The second story, the jailer's living quarters, is currently being renovated and will be open soon. One may take a self-guided tour of the dungeon... Read More

Lucca Laser Workshop

Downtown

Wood and paper gifts, design, and home décor workshop located in OTR.

Wood and paper gifts, design, and home décor workshop located in OTR.

Sawyer Point & Yeatman's Cove

Downtown

Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park.... Read more

Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park. Featuring award winning landscaping, a performance pavilion, concessions, 8 outdoor tennis courts, 3 sand volleyball courts, a world class playground, the... Read More

Water Tower Fine Wines

East

Water Tower Fine Wines holds one of the largest in-stock selections in the country. We offer Happy Hour in our Wine Stations, beer on tap, over 2,000 labels of wine and... Read more

Water Tower Fine Wines holds one of the largest in-stock selections in the country. We offer Happy Hour in our Wine Stations, beer on tap, over 2,000 labels of wine and one of the largest Champagne and sparkling wine collections in the country. We provide a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere for shopping, sipping and for meeting... Read More

Cincinnati Gardens

North

Built in 1948 at a cost of $3 million, the 11,000-seat Gardens has been the scene of events from religious revivals to political campaign rallies.

Built in 1948 at a cost of $3 million, the 11,000-seat Gardens has been the scene of events from religious revivals to political campaign rallies.

Dearborn County Historical Society

West

Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House in downtown Lawrenceburg, the Dearborn County Historical Society offers a variety of services for visitors interested in the... Read more

Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House in downtown Lawrenceburg, the Dearborn County Historical Society offers a variety of services for visitors interested in the county's rich history, including genealogical research assistance, a restored log cabin and programs and special events on occasion.

Bracken County Historical Society

South > Southeast

Founded in 1993, the BCHS encourages the preservation of historical resources in Bracken County and the surrounding areas. The BCHS has its offices and museum in the old... Read more

Founded in 1993, the BCHS encourages the preservation of historical resources in Bracken County and the surrounding areas. The BCHS has its offices and museum in the old Bracken County jail located in Brooksville, adjacent to the Bracken County Court House. Here, records can be found dating back to the late 1700's. Genealogical... Read More

Greentree Golf Club

North

Greentree Golf Club occupies a refreshingly rural parcel of Southwestern Ohio land between Cincinnati and Dayton, perfect for getting in a relaxing round, and with easy... Read more

Greentree Golf Club occupies a refreshingly rural parcel of Southwestern Ohio land between Cincinnati and Dayton, perfect for getting in a relaxing round, and with easy access to I-75. Enjoying the scenery at Greentree will be a far more simple task than making par, as there are no roads, no houses and no noise to take away... Read More

Linton Inc.

Downtown

Linton Chamber Music offers extraordinary concerts that truly allow audiences to experience the energy of music-making in a unique, up-close and personal way. Under the... Read more

Linton Chamber Music offers extraordinary concerts that truly allow audiences to experience the energy of music-making in a unique, up-close and personal way. Under the artistic leadership of internationally-acclaimed musicians, Jaime Laredo and Sharon Robinson, Linton audiences experience world-class chamber music performances... Read More

Mt. Airy Forest

West

Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt.... Read more

Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt. Airy has Ohio's only wheelchair accessible public treehouse, an enclosed dog park, and disc golf. Mt. Airy Arboretum's specialty gardens, gazebos and... Read More

Down to Mars Vintage

Downtown

Etsy online shop turned to brick and mortar vintage clothing boutique. Selling modern-vintage lifestyle fashions and accessories. 

Etsy online shop turned to brick and mortar vintage clothing boutique. Selling modern-vintage lifestyle fashions and accessories. 

Gallery 42 Fine Art

North

Portraits, Openings and Receptions, Sculpture, U.S. Regional Art, Contemporary Art, Emerging Artists, Mixed Media Art, Multimedia and Video Art, Paintings and Drawings,... Read more

Portraits, Openings and Receptions, Sculpture, U.S. Regional Art, Contemporary Art, Emerging Artists, Mixed Media Art, Multimedia and Video Art, Paintings and Drawings, and Photography

Ohio Tobacco Museum

East

The two-story brick house is of Federal and Georgian style architecture.  This 1850s home was once owned by the Espey family.  Mr. Espey worked for Heavy... Read more

The two-story brick house is of Federal and Georgian style architecture.  This 1850s home was once owned by the Espey family.  Mr. Espey worked for Heavy Munition Works in Cincinnati, the company that produced Ripley’s three cannons for protection during the Civil War.  The historic home became the site of the Ohio Tobacco... Read More

Visual History Gallery 

Uptown

Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.

Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.

Ark Encounter

South > Southwest

The Ark Encounter features a jaw-dropping reconstruction of Noah's ark, built to biblical specs. At over 1.5 football fields long and reaching higher than a four-story... Read more

The Ark Encounter features a jaw-dropping reconstruction of Noah's ark, built to biblical specs. At over 1.5 football fields long and reaching higher than a four-story house, the Ark is one of the largest timber-frame structures in the world. As you explore three decks of cutting-edge exhibits, the biblical account of Noah's... Read More

FC Cincinnati Shop

Purchase official FC Cincinnati merchandise.

Purchase official FC Cincinnati merchandise.

Diverse City Youth Chorus

Uptown

MUSE, the Cincinnati’s Women’s Choir and CMC, the Cincinnati Men’s Chorus are pleased to announce the support of the formation of the Diverse City Youth Chorus for middle... Read more

MUSE, the Cincinnati’s Women’s Choir and CMC, the Cincinnati Men’s Chorus are pleased to announce the support of the formation of the Diverse City Youth Chorus for middle school, high school and college age students. Diverse City Voices encourages and fosters artistic expression, personal development, and leadership in lesbian... Read More

Tantrum

Uptown

Giftables for all ages with a focus on ethically responsible boutique goods from Home and Body

Giftables for all ages with a focus on ethically responsible boutique goods from Home and Body

The Lebanon Symphony Orchestra and Chorus

North

The story of the Lebanon Symphony Orchestra and Chorus began with the formation of the Lebanon Area Community Chorus in September of 1991. A small group of individuals... Read more

The story of the Lebanon Symphony Orchestra and Chorus began with the formation of the Lebanon Area Community Chorus in September of 1991. A small group of individuals, led by Music Director, David W. Donovan began producing concert seasons that brought exciting music to audiences in the greater Lebanon area. In December of... Read More

General Custer's Golf & Gulp

West

Seasonal play park with 26 holes of mini-golf and an ice cream stand selling soft serve and yogurt.

Seasonal play park with 26 holes of mini-golf and an ice cream stand selling soft serve and yogurt.

Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

South > Riverfront

Originally opened as St. Mary's Church in 1837, the first Roman Catholic Church in Covington, by 1895 the St. Mary's Cathedral was nearly complete: the interior being... Read more

Originally opened as St. Mary's Church in 1837, the first Roman Catholic Church in Covington, by 1895 the St. Mary's Cathedral was nearly complete: the interior being modeled after the Abbey Church of St. Denis in Paris while the facade would mirror Notre Dame de Paris. Built in the 13th Century French-Gothic style, and... Read More

Montgomery Cyclery

South

Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.

Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.

Hail Dark Aesthetics

South > Riverfront

Record Store gone weird -  Hail Dark Aesthetics is a unique gift shop located in the MainStrasse Village District of Covington, Kentucky. You want weird and unusual?... Read more

Record Store gone weird -  Hail Dark Aesthetics is a unique gift shop located in the MainStrasse Village District of Covington, Kentucky. You want weird and unusual? You've come to the right place. This vinyl record and oddities shop sells everything from taxidermy animals and bones to crystal balls, Ouija boards, and vintage... Read More

Cricket Ridge Golf Course

West

Public golf course and restaurant

Public golf course and restaurant

Diamonds Rock

North

Wide selection of diamonds to help satisfy all your jewelry needs

Wide selection of diamonds to help satisfy all your jewelry needs

City Gear

Downtown

City Gear is an American apparel company which features urban style clothing and footwear.

City Gear is an American apparel company which features urban style clothing and footwear.

Owl's Nest Park

North

Donated in memory of a homestead known as "Owl's Nest". The park boasts of beautiful entryway columns, wrought iron fences and a beautiful pavilion.  Part of... Read more

Donated in memory of a homestead known as "Owl's Nest". The park boasts of beautiful entryway columns, wrought iron fences and a beautiful pavilion. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine

Downtown

Variety is the spice of life!  That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour.  Visit six different... Read more

Variety is the spice of life!  That's what you get on the Saturday afternoon Ethnic Eats in Over the Rhine Food and Culture Tour.  Visit six different local restaurants and enjoy a cocktail on this 3 hour walking tour.  See beautiful architecture from the 1800's and colorful murals reflecting Cincinnati's culture &... Read More

Woodstone Creek Winery and Distillery

Uptown

As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings... Read more

As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings change seasonally - Ohio grape varietals from dry to sweet, honeywine from local honey, port with our own potstilled brandy and fruit wine from area farms.... Read More

Taft Museum of Art

Downtown

Built around 1820 as a private home for several of Cincinnati’s most prominent citizens, the Taft Museum of Art is now one of the finest small art museums in America and... Read more

Built around 1820 as a private home for several of Cincinnati’s most prominent citizens, the Taft Museum of Art is now one of the finest small art museums in America and holds National Historic Landmark status for its historic house and Duncanson murals. Here, you’ll find gems of history nestled into every nook and cranny in... Read More

French Rendez-vous

East

French linens, pottery, soaps, and pastries.

French linens, pottery, soaps, and pastries.

Madison LIVE

South > Riverfront

Madison Live is located adjacent to The Madison Theater in Covington, KY with a capacity of 350 plus an outdoor patio. The venue hosts smaller, more intimate shows,... Read more

Madison Live is located adjacent to The Madison Theater in Covington, KY with a capacity of 350 plus an outdoor patio. The venue hosts smaller, more intimate shows, headlined by singer-songwriters and up-and-coming artists.

Carpenter Art Enamel Foundation

South > Riverfront

The W.W. Carpenter Enamel Foundation Museum is a privately owned collection, dedicated to works of enamel art and craft, from historical antique Limoges paintings to a... Read more

The W.W. Carpenter Enamel Foundation Museum is a privately owned collection, dedicated to works of enamel art and craft, from historical antique Limoges paintings to a large collection of contemporary works by some of the finest artists in the field. The museum houses over 600 pieces of enamel art. The art works are very... Read More

Dandy Haberdashery

North

Local made artisan wares, vintage objects, custom made jewelry, and interior design services

Local made artisan wares, vintage objects, custom made jewelry, and interior design services

BB Riverboats

South > Riverfront

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a... Read more

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a new opportunity—one centered on adventure, beauty, and discovery. They envisioned a journey where lasting memories would be created by the undeniable romance... Read More

Fort Ancient State Memorial

North

The site includes 18,000 feet of earthen walls built 2,000 years ago by American Indians and a museum. Fort Ancient offers exploration and learning both indoors and out.... Read more

The site includes 18,000 feet of earthen walls built 2,000 years ago by American Indians and a museum. Fort Ancient offers exploration and learning both indoors and out. At the Fort Ancient Museum, visitors can look back at the three major technological themes of American Indian culture.

Reds Team Shop

Downtown

The official store of the Cincinnati Reds offering gifts and souvenirs, with everything a true Red's fan needs.

The official store of the Cincinnati Reds offering gifts and souvenirs, with everything a true Red's fan needs.

La Boiteaux Woods

North

A nature preserve with a nature center and plenty of diverse wildlife.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A nature preserve with a nature center and plenty of diverse wildlife. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Pier 99

South > Southwest

Located near Belterra Casino and Markland Dam just off the Ohio River on Craigs Creek Lake.

Located near Belterra Casino and Markland Dam just off the Ohio River on Craigs Creek Lake.

Urban Eden

Downtown

Fine art and contemporary craft by local and regional artists.

Fine art and contemporary craft by local and regional artists.