Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South Region)

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

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

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!

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

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.

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

Fort Thomas Antiques & Design Center

South > Southeast

Fort Thomas Antiques and Design Center offers a unique selection of antiques, repurposed furniture, and design concepts with over 100 vendors. The store also offers a... Read more

Fort Thomas Antiques and Design Center offers a unique selection of antiques, repurposed furniture, and design concepts with over 100 vendors. The store also offers a  bourbon bar, wine bar, and coffee shop, to enjoy as you browse their selection.

Torn Light Records

South > Riverfront

A new & used record store carrying primarily vinyl, cassettes & used home audio.

A new & used record store carrying primarily vinyl, cassettes & used home audio.

Kenton County Public Library – Erlanger

South > Southwest

The Erlanger location opened in October 2002. It has 34,300 square feet, features 15 station computer lab, meeting room to accommodate 200, children’s area,  reading... Read more

The Erlanger location opened in October 2002. It has 34,300 square feet, features 15 station computer lab, meeting room to accommodate 200, children’s area,  reading garden, outdoor council ring, and drive-through window. It is the busiest library in Kentucky. Library computers include Microsoft Office, Internet access and... Read More

Kincaid Lake Beach

South > Southeast

Sun worshippers will love the lakeside swimming pool with warm gentle breezes off Kincaid Lake. A bathhouse serves the pool.

Sun worshippers will love the lakeside swimming pool with warm gentle breezes off Kincaid Lake. A bathhouse serves the pool.

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.

Devou Park

South > Riverfront

Located in the hills overlooking Covington, Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati, Devou Park offers a range of entertainment and recreational activities including theater,... Read more

Located in the hills overlooking Covington, Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati, Devou Park offers a range of entertainment and recreational activities including theater, symphony, nature trails, golf, tennis, scenic overlook area, picnic facilities, fishing, Behringer-Crawford Museum, Devou Golf & Event Center, and the Drees... Read More

Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati

South

Volunteer-run and aimed at preserving the railway artifacts of the region, the  Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati maintains over 80 units of railroad equipment and... Read more

Volunteer-run and aimed at preserving the railway artifacts of the region, the  Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati maintains over 80 units of railroad equipment and acquires several new pieces each year to their home in the Latonia Rail Yard. Visitors are welcome to explore the museum on a self-guided tour every Saturday.... Read More

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

River Ridge Park

South

Located 2 miles from the Rabbit Hash General Store, River Ridge Park offers camping for RVs and trailers. Amenities include a grocery store, swimming pool, laundry... Read more

Located 2 miles from the Rabbit Hash General Store, River Ridge Park offers camping for RVs and trailers. Amenities include a grocery store, swimming pool, laundry facilities, a playground, and fishing.

Stoney’s Gift & Toy Shoppe

South > Riverfront

Top quality unique and and educational gifts for little ones

Top quality unique and and educational gifts for little ones

World Peace Bell

South > Riverfront

You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12... Read more

You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12 feet wide, the bell was designed and cast by Cincinnati's own Verdin Bell Company, one of the largest bell-making companies in the world. Installed in 1999,... Read More

It’s Only Fair!

South > Riverfront

Hand-crafted items from around the world.

Hand-crafted items from around the world.

World of Golf

South > Southwest

World of Golf includes an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, practice range, indoor range, golf simulator and Divots Grill. Facility can host birthday parties and... Read more

World of Golf includes an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, practice range, indoor range, golf simulator and Divots Grill. Facility can host birthday parties and banquets.

Blanket Creek Pottery

South > Southeast

A variety of hand-made pottery pieces.

A variety of hand-made pottery pieces.

Full Throttle Indoor Karting

South > Southwest

Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Northern Kentucky’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-... Read more

Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Northern Kentucky’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-of-the-art karts and racing at speeds up to 40mph. When you roll out onto the professionally-designed race track, you’ll be met with 13 exciting and challenging... Read More

Dinsmore Homestead

South > Southwest

The Dinsmore Homestead is a unique historic site where visitors can learn what rural life was like in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the... Read more

The Dinsmore Homestead is a unique historic site where visitors can learn what rural life was like in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the hiking trails developed in cooperation with the Kentucky Nature Conservancy and the Boone County Parks Department. It is a resource for students and scholars and... Read More

McDowell Farms Salsa

South > Southeast

Family-owned and operated homemade salsa business.

Family-owned and operated homemade salsa business.

The Friendly Market

South > Southwest

Inspired by historic Findlay Market, The Friendly Market is a year-round, indoor/outdoor market located in Florence, Ky., offering fresh produce, artisan goods and all... Read more

Inspired by historic Findlay Market, The Friendly Market is a year-round, indoor/outdoor market located in Florence, Ky., offering fresh produce, artisan goods and all things Kentucky. With a variety of indoor merchants and a cast of seasonal outdoor merchants, visitors will find an array of goods, merchandises and delicious... Read More

Totter's Otterville

South > Southeast

Totter's Otterville is an educational entertainment center geared towards children ages 10 and under. Otterville is a secure environment with fascinating "play to learn"... Read more

Totter's Otterville is an educational entertainment center geared towards children ages 10 and under. Otterville is a secure environment with fascinating "play to learn" activities that will provide hours of fun for the entire family. Totter's Otterville is located inside Johnny's Toy Store in Covington, Kentucky and includes... Read More

Kentucky Pickens

South > Riverfront

Kentucky Pickens is a one-of-a-kind retail destination at Newport on the Levee featuring antiques, collectibles, hard-to-find items and bargains galore. 

Kentucky Pickens is a one-of-a-kind retail destination at Newport on the Levee featuring antiques, collectibles, hard-to-find items and bargains galore. 

Thaxton's Canoe & Paddlers Inn

South > Southeast

Camp in a cabin or rent a canoe and paddle along the Licking River.

Camp in a cabin or rent a canoe and paddle along the Licking River.

Florence Freedom

South > Southwest

The Florence Freedom Professional Baseball team is a member of the independent Frontier League. Freedom games offer post-game bands, fireworks, giveaways, discounted... Read more

The Florence Freedom Professional Baseball team is a member of the independent Frontier League. Freedom games offer post-game bands, fireworks, giveaways, discounted tickets, food and drink specials and promotional theme nights. The team plays in Florence, Ky., just 10 minutes south of downtown Cincinnati. Scroll down for game... Read More

Kaleidoscope Stained Glass Studio

South > Riverfront

Step back in time as you stroll along Main Street of the historic Main Strasse Village (a bridge across the river from Cincinnati). At your final destination you will find... Read more

Step back in time as you stroll along Main Street of the historic Main Strasse Village (a bridge across the river from Cincinnati). At your final destination you will find an archive of beautiful old and new stained and art glass creations,where light transforms glass into brilliant sparkles of color. Pass through iron gates... Read More

GameWorks

South > Riverfront

GameWorks is the incredible high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Each GameWorks venue provides all the best... Read more

GameWorks is the incredible high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Each GameWorks venue provides all the best elements of a great night out in one location, including a full-service restaurant with a fantastic menu and casual decor; a cool, high-energy bar serving... Read More

Goebel Park

South > Riverfront

When you see the historic German-style Carroll Chimes Clock Tower, you’ll know you’re at Goebel Park. The park offers walking trails, picnic shelters, a gazebo and... Read more

When you see the historic German-style Carroll Chimes Clock Tower, you’ll know you’re at Goebel Park. The park offers walking trails, picnic shelters, a gazebo and playground.

Reser Bicycle Outfitters

South > Riverfront

Full-line bicycle shop that will service any make & model

Full-line bicycle shop that will service any make & model

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.

Best Case Farm

South > Southeast

1500 acres for hunting and fishing

1500 acres for hunting and fishing

Ottoman Imports

South > Riverfront

Ottoman Imports is bringing some of the latest designs and unique fashions from around the world. 

Ottoman Imports is bringing some of the latest designs and unique fashions from around the world. 

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

The Art House

South > Southeast

The Art House, the bigger picture, the whole, is in part an art business incubator, an art gallery, an artisan retail/gift shop, an arts education program, a community... Read more

The Art House, the bigger picture, the whole, is in part an art business incubator, an art gallery, an artisan retail/gift shop, an arts education program, a community arts center, and an artist collaborative focused on a singular mission: To provide equitable access to the arts and art opportunities to established, independent... Read More

Cincinnati Boat Rental

South

Marina offering boat rentals as well as PWC rentals.

Marina offering boat rentals as well as PWC rentals.

Sugar Bay Golf

South > Southwest

Family-owned by locals, you're sure to have fun at this friendly golf course.

Family-owned by locals, you're sure to have fun at this friendly golf course.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers

South > Southwest

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.

Flying Axes

South

Recreational axe throwing and sports bar.

Recreational axe throwing and sports bar.

Newport Aquarium

South > Riverfront

While exploring Newport Aquarium's million gallons of fun, guests have the opportunity to touch a shark, play in the interactive frog bog and even pet a penguin during the... Read more

While exploring Newport Aquarium's million gallons of fun, guests have the opportunity to touch a shark, play in the interactive frog bog and even pet a penguin during the Penguin Encounter. If you're daring, take a stroll across the Shark Bridge - the only suspension bridge in North America where guests can walk just inches... Read More

Smugglers Cove Marina

South > Southwest

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum

South > Riverfront

The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779. 

The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779. 

Splendid Things

South > Riverfront

Unique gifts including handcrafted and vintage jewelry, handbags, furniture accent pieces, and garden items.

Unique gifts including handcrafted and vintage jewelry, handbags, furniture accent pieces, and garden items.

Greg's Antiques

South

Antiques and garden items.

Antiques and garden items.

Flagg Springs Golf Course

South > Southeast

Kenton County Public Library - Covington

South > Riverfront

The Covington branch is on the corner of 5th and Scott in downtown Covington. Free parking is provided. Library computers include Microsoft Office, Internet access and... Read more

The Covington branch is on the corner of 5th and Scott in downtown Covington. Free parking is provided. Library computers include Microsoft Office, Internet access and black & white or color printing. You will need a Library card to access the computers. Copy machines are available for color or black & white copying.... Read More

A.J. Jolly Park

South > Southeast

A.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers many outdoor activities It also offers approximately 20 miles of trails for horseback... Read more

A.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers many outdoor activities It also offers approximately 20 miles of trails for horseback riding and 18 holes of golf on the banks of A.J. Jolly Lake. Visit the Park & Campground and Equestrian Campground pages for more information, and be sure to... Read More

Chuck E. Cheese's

South

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.