Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Crestview Hills Town Center

South > Southwest

Crestview Hills Town Center in Northern Kentucky is anchored by a Dillard’s department store, Bed Bath & Beyond and Joseph Beth Booksellers plus dozens more shops and... Read more

Crestview Hills Town Center in Northern Kentucky is anchored by a Dillard’s department store, Bed Bath & Beyond and Joseph Beth Booksellers plus dozens more shops and restaurants.

Escape The Room Challenge

North

Escape The Room Challenge is a next-generation interactive adventure based on the classic “escape the room” on-line video games in which players are trapped in a room and... Read more

Escape The Room Challenge is a next-generation interactive adventure based on the classic “escape the room” on-line video games in which players are trapped in a room and must find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape…all the while the clock is ticking! Escape room adventures are the latest entertainment attraction... Read More

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

Creation Museum

South > Southwest

Bible history comes to life at the family-friendly Creation Museum! Journey through biblical history in this state-of-the-art, 75,000-square-foot museum designed by a... Read more

Bible history comes to life at the family-friendly Creation Museum! Journey through biblical history in this state-of-the-art, 75,000-square-foot museum designed by a former Universal Studios exhibit director. Your admission includes the main walk-through, the Dinosaur Den, Dr. Crawley’s Insectorium, a special effects theater,... Read More

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum

North

Pyramid Hill is one of few sculpture parks in the United States. Upon opening in 1996, it was touted as the "most beautiful natural setting of any art park in the country... Read more

Pyramid Hill is one of few sculpture parks in the United States. Upon opening in 1996, it was touted as the "most beautiful natural setting of any art park in the country" by Atlantic Monthly. This 335-acre park features more than 60 monumental contemporary sculptures. The park’s Ancient Sculpture Museum displays antiquities... Read More

Carew Tower Observation Deck

Downtown

Completed in 1930, Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Visitors to the 49th floor Observation Deck can enjoy one of the city'... Read more

Completed in 1930, Carew Tower stands 49 stories tall in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Visitors to the 49th floor Observation Deck can enjoy one of the city's most spectacular views plus pick up a Cincinnati souvenier in the gift shop.  Carew Tower is also home to 25 shops, restaurants, and other amenities including the... Read More

Queen City is Haunted Tour

Downtown

Discover stories of grisly murders, ghastly deaths and other disturbing tales buried deep within Cincinnati’s storied past. Linger in the halls of an archaic building... Read more

Discover stories of grisly murders, ghastly deaths and other disturbing tales buried deep within Cincinnati’s storied past. Linger in the halls of an archaic building teeming with paranormal activity and walk around the grounds where human remains have recently been unearthed. Our guides will enthrall you with the heinous... Read More

Great Miami Riverway

North

The Great Miami Riverway is 99 miles of river, paved trails, and connected communities. Find your way to Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park or try an art class at the Fitton... Read more

The Great Miami Riverway is 99 miles of river, paved trails, and connected communities. Find your way to Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park or try an art class at the Fitton Center in Hamilton. Whether you stay in the “City of Sculpture” or drive to Franklin to take the Great Miami River Recreation Trail all the way up to Sidney, you’... Read More

Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours

Downtown

Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to... Read more

Learn about Cincinnati’s hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. (National Geographic, 2012). Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to America’s largest set of historical landmarks. Visit buildings in the Gateway District that were home to over 130 saloons, bars and beer gardens, and theaters... Read More

Broadway in Cincinnati

Downtown

Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987... Read more

Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987, originally at the historic Taft Theatre. We began presenting shows at the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall in 1995, and the Aronoff, managed by... Read More

Ark Encounter

South > Southeast

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

Brewing Heritage Trail Tours

Downtown

Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is home to one of the largest collections of pre-Prohibition brewery architecture, in the middle of one of the largest historic... Read more

Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is home to one of the largest collections of pre-Prohibition brewery architecture, in the middle of one of the largest historic districts in the country. Once completed, the Brewing Heritage Trail will invite the world to explore Cincinnati's brewing heritage through an unrivaled urban... Read More

New Riff Distilling

South > Riverfront

New Riff crafts a range of whiskeys—Bourbon, Rye, and eventually Malted Rye and a host of specialty recipes—as well as Kentucky Wild Gin. New Riff Distilling’s core... Read more

New Riff crafts a range of whiskeys—Bourbon, Rye, and eventually Malted Rye and a host of specialty recipes—as well as Kentucky Wild Gin. New Riff Distilling’s core Bourbon is a genuinely high-rye, full bodied whiskey offering savory, spicy character. Schedule a guided tour of the distillery for an up-close immersion in the... Read More

EnterTRAINment Junction

North

Billed as the the world's only railroad-themed family entertainment center, EnterTRAINment Junction offers the largest indoor train display at 25,000 square feet with more... Read more

Billed as the the world's only railroad-themed family entertainment center, EnterTRAINment Junction offers the largest indoor train display at 25,000 square feet with more than two miles of track and 90 trains depicting every era of American railroading. Kids can bounce, climb and crawl through “Imagination Junction,” a 5,000-... Read More

The Escape Game

Downtown

Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like... Read more

Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like Hollywood blockbusters with twists, turns, and jaw-dropping surprises around every corner.    Their 60-minute adventures bring epic stories to life in a one-... Read More

Dart Rush

South > Riverfront

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories... Read more

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories together. Play can be booked for one or two hour sessions; each session consists of various quick games like capture the flag, king of the hill, and last person... Read More

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

South > Riverfront

America’s largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show! Solve a hilarious murder case while you feast on a fantastic four-course plated dinner. Just beware! The... Read more

America’s largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show! Solve a hilarious murder case while you feast on a fantastic four-course plated dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a prime suspect!

Peddlers Mall

North

The Lebanon Peddlers Mall is part of the well known "flea-tique" chain of vendor malls within the antique & collectible's community. With hundreds of vendors at every... Read more

The Lebanon Peddlers Mall is part of the well known "flea-tique" chain of vendor malls within the antique & collectible's community. With hundreds of vendors at every Peddlers Mall location throughout KY, IN, and OH, and new merchandise being added daily, you never know what kind of treasures you'll find! Our unique... Read More

Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey

Downtown

The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are... Read more

The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are more than just a game! Non-stop action, affordable family entertainment, and intermission activities provide unmatched entertainment value on the banks of the... Read More

Cincy Brew Bus

Downtown

Experience Cincinnati’s original and premier craft brewery, winery (Cincy Wine Wagon) and bourbon distilling tasting tours (Cincy Bourbon Bus). Greater Cincinnati has a... Read more

Experience Cincinnati’s original and premier craft brewery, winery (Cincy Wine Wagon) and bourbon distilling tasting tours (Cincy Bourbon Bus). Greater Cincinnati has a long and rich tradition of beer brewing, wine making and distilling and there is a renaissance they want you to be part of. Tours include a ride to four... Read More

Cincinnati Wine and Dessert Tour

Downtown

Stroll through beautiful Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats and tasting delectable wines. This two hour tour will feature desserts from three amazing businesses along... Read more

Stroll through beautiful Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats and tasting delectable wines. This two hour tour will feature desserts from three amazing businesses along with 4 tastings of wine. Presented by American Legacy Tours.

Bonnybrook Farms

North

A beautiful 370 acre historic working farm with fresh air, room to roam and run, fishing ponds, woodlands & so much more. It’s all here at Bonnybrook Farms, located... Read more

A beautiful 370 acre historic working farm with fresh air, room to roam and run, fishing ponds, woodlands & so much more. It’s all here at Bonnybrook Farms, located just 20 minutes east of Kings Island in southeastern Warren County.     At the Chuck Wagon Dinner Ride work up an appetite with some ‘Fun on the Farm’... Read More

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Downtown

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as a monument to freedom bringing to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the... Read more

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as a monument to freedom bringing to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world, throughout history and today. The structure, specificially situated for the location's historical significance, is made up of three buildings that... Read More

Jungle Jim's International Market Fairfield

North

Jungle Jim’s International Market is a place where the first rule is to treat customers like gold. The second is to have fun doing it. People come from several states away... Read more

Jungle Jim’s International Market is a place where the first rule is to treat customers like gold. The second is to have fun doing it. People come from several states away for the unique shopping experience Jungle Jim’s International Market offers. A wide selection of food from all over the world, red hot deals and, of course,... Read More

Jungle Jim's International Market Eastgate

East

Jungle Jim’s International Market is a place where the first rule is to treat customers like gold. The second is to have fun doing it. People come from several states away... Read more

Jungle Jim’s International Market is a place where the first rule is to treat customers like gold. The second is to have fun doing it. People come from several states away for the unique shopping experience Jungle Jim’s International Market offers. A wide selection of food from all over the world, red hot deals and, of course,... Read More

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

Jamshid's Antique Rugs

Uptown

Carpet store

Carpet store

JackRabbit Newport

South > Riverfront

Bob Roncker's Running Spot offers the largest and widest selection of running shoes in the tri-state area. Consisting of brands like Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New... Read more

Bob Roncker's Running Spot offers the largest and widest selection of running shoes in the tri-state area. Consisting of brands like Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New Balance, Nike, Vibram, and Saucony. Bob Roncker's Running Spot also offers a variety of apparel, accessories, and socks complements the shoes.

Paintball Country

North

Located with the Niederman Family Farm, Paintball Country is the largest paintball facility in the Cincinnati area! Bring the family out for some fun, organize a company... Read more

Located with the Niederman Family Farm, Paintball Country is the largest paintball facility in the Cincinnati area! Bring the family out for some fun, organize a company event, set up a birthday or even plan bachelor and bachelorette parties here! Large groups of 15 or more are welcome.

Arcadian Comics & Games

South > Riverfront

Full-service comic and collectible shop, specializing in modern comics

Full-service comic and collectible shop, specializing in modern comics

Painting With a Twist

North

Looking for a fun evening out? Painting with a Twist is the answer! The "twist" is you can bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage to enjoy during the class. Come... Read more

Looking for a fun evening out? Painting with a Twist is the answer! The "twist" is you can bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage to enjoy during the class. Come alone or invite your friends. Paint, canvas, and brushes are provided, as is an experienced and an enthusiastic local artist who can lead you step by step... Read More

Rooster

Downtown

Curated shop featuring furniture, home décor, and more.

Curated shop featuring furniture, home décor, and more.

Flamingo Air Sightseeing Tours

East

Flamingo Air Sightseeing Tours is Cincinnati's premier flight seeing tour operation located at the historic Lunken Airport just 6 miles east of downtown. Soar high above... Read more

Flamingo Air Sightseeing Tours is Cincinnati's premier flight seeing tour operation located at the historic Lunken Airport just 6 miles east of downtown. Soar high above this vibrant river region and take in the spectacular aerial views of Cincinnati's rolling hills, meandering waterways and impressive skyline. They offer... Read More

Beech Creek Golf Course

North

Opened in 1995, Beech Creek has become known as a local favorite for golf the whole family can enjoy. The par-70 golf course measures over 5,400 yards from the back... Read more

Opened in 1995, Beech Creek has become known as a local favorite for golf the whole family can enjoy. The par-70 golf course measures over 5,400 yards from the back tees. It was designed by Joe and Tom Macke. The shorter length of the golf course, along with affordable anytime rates, make Beech Creek Golf Course a great choice... Read More

Ohio County Historical Museum

West

Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been... Read more

Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been donated by Ohio County residents, their families, and friends. Displays focus on the 1800′s and early 20th century life and events. Included in the displays... Read More

See the Sights

Downtown

See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown... Read more

See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in a 2 hour tour. Your group begins their tour with quaint MainStrasse Village where you will learn about the German heritage and hear some... Read More

Pinot's Palette Kenwood

North

Pinot's Palette is the upscale "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." destination in Cincinnati where anyone can be a Picasso. No art experience required! In two or three hours, with... Read more

Pinot's Palette is the upscale "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." destination in Cincinnati where anyone can be a Picasso. No art experience required! In two or three hours, with artist lead step-by-step instructions, you can create a festive or whimsical painting. Paint and Sip with us! We offer the best wine and painting parties you... Read More

Ultimate Air Shuttle

East

Ultimate Air Shuttle operates out of LUK providing jet shuttle service with 30-passenger jets to and from New York City, Chicago, IL, Charlotte, NC and Cleveland, OH.

Ultimate Air Shuttle operates out of LUK providing jet shuttle service with 30-passenger jets to and from New York City, Chicago, IL, Charlotte, NC and Cleveland, OH.

Campbell County Log Cabin Museum

South > Southeast

This museum is a privately built and owned non-profit museum. The mission of this museum is "to educate today's generation about yesterday's rural Campbell County; 1845... Read more

This museum is a privately built and owned non-profit museum. The mission of this museum is "to educate today's generation about yesterday's rural Campbell County; 1845 through about 1965." The museum consists of two re-constructed log cabins, which were built before the Civil War. From 1982 to 1996, both cabins were rebuilt by... Read More

Sparta Campground

South

Located 3.5 miles from the Kentucky Speedway, Sparta Campground has flat level shady sites, a bath house with hot showers, and horseshoes. Drinking water and firewood... Read more

Located 3.5 miles from the Kentucky Speedway, Sparta Campground has flat level shady sites, a bath house with hot showers, and horseshoes. Drinking water and firewood delivery are available. 

McDowell Farms Salsa

South > Southeast

Family-owned and operated homemade salsa business.

Family-owned and operated homemade salsa business.

Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum and Gift Shop

North

Operated by the Glendale Heritage Preservation, the Museum is housed in the former Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad Depot built in 1880 to replace the original... Read more

Operated by the Glendale Heritage Preservation, the Museum is housed in the former Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad Depot built in 1880 to replace the original 1854 wooden structure which was leveled by fire. Viewdisplays that change three to four times a year. Watch a quick video and learn why Glendale is a historic... Read More

Smitty's Men's & Boy's Wear

Downtown

Men's clothing store

Men's clothing store

Stained Glass Theatre

South > Riverfront

Footlighters, Inc. was established in 1963 by a small group of community theatre volunteers who wanted to bring theater opportunities to the western side of Cincinnati. In... Read more

Footlighters, Inc. was established in 1963 by a small group of community theatre volunteers who wanted to bring theater opportunities to the western side of Cincinnati. In 1986, Footlighters moved to Newport, Ky., when they took posession of the tornado-damaged Salem United Methodist Church and converted it into the Stained... Read More

Casablanca Vintage

Uptown

Casablanca Vintage is a clothing boutique located in Cincinnati's Northside neighborhood with a large collection of classic apparel and accessories.

Casablanca Vintage is a clothing boutique located in Cincinnati's Northside neighborhood with a large collection of classic apparel and accessories.

Vintage Marketplace

Uptown

Vintage fashion for women.

Vintage fashion for women.

White Oak Golf Course

East

My Nose Turns Red Theatre Company

North

My Nose Turns Red offers your child the opportunity to run away and join the circus without leaving home. Learn how to juggle, balance on the rolling globe, and learn the... Read more

My Nose Turns Red offers your child the opportunity to run away and join the circus without leaving home. Learn how to juggle, balance on the rolling globe, and learn the basics of creating a clown character. Class are highly engaging, challenging youth to walk on the wire, balance on the rola bola, and build human pyramids.... Read More

Winton Woods

North

Winton Centre is headquarters to Great Parks of Hamilton County guest services, administrative offices, rangers and naturalists. The auditorium features nature-related... Read more

Winton Centre is headquarters to Great Parks of Hamilton County guest services, administrative offices, rangers and naturalists. The auditorium features nature-related educational exhibits. The park has reservable picnic areas and shelters with Great Parks Catering available. Winton Woods also offers an 18-hole disc golf course... Read More

The Magic Shop

South > Riverfront

Located in Covington featuring magic tricks for anyone from beginners to professionals.

Located in Covington featuring magic tricks for anyone from beginners to professionals.