Spring
Find Spring Things To Do in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
Spring is a wonderful time in the heartland river region of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. 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 in Cincinnati USA.
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Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
The Taft Museum of Art is one of the finest small art museums in America. A National Historic Landmark built in 1820, the historic house was home of some of the most... Read more
The Taft Museum of Art is one of the finest small art museums in America. A National Historic Landmark built in 1820, the historic house was home of some of the most iconic Cincinnatians of their time, including: Martin Baum, Nicholas Longworth, David Sinton, Anna Sinton Taft and Charles P. Taft. Opening in 1932, the Taft... Read More
Queen City is Haunted Tour
Downtown
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
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a... Read more
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a friendly local guide. How do we do it all? We hop aboard the Cincinnati Streetcar (all day pass included). When the tour concludes, you will have enjoyed a satisfying... Read More
Cincy Brew Bus
Downtown
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
Topgolf West Chester
North
Topgolf West Chester
North
Topgolf is the premier golf entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips... Read more
Topgolf is the premier golf entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. The upscale, laid-back experience features more... Read More
Carew Tower Observation Deck
Downtown
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
Full Throttle Indoor Karting
North
Full Throttle Indoor Karting
North
Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Cincinnati’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-of-the-art... Read more
Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Cincinnati’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. Featuring 2 High Speed tracks, racers can choose which track to tackle – or better yet, why choose? Drive them both!... Read More
Kings Island
North
Kings Island
North
With more than 100 rides and attractions, Kings Island offers the perfect combination of world-class fun and thrills for all ages. Guests can experience 15 roller... Read more
With more than 100 rides and attractions, Kings Island offers the perfect combination of world-class fun and thrills for all ages. Guests can experience 15 roller coasters like the legendary Beast and Mystic Timbers, and family rides including the new Kings Mills Antique Autos. For families with young kids, the Planet Snoopy... 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
Brewing Heritage Trail Tours
Downtown
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. The Brewing Heritage Trail invites the world to explore Cincinnati's brewing heritage through an unrivaled urban walking trail. The... Read More
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and ... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater. New this year as part of the Museum of Natural History & Science, is the Science Interactives Gallery. In this hands-on... Read More
BB Riverboats
South > Riverfront
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
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum
North
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
Creation Museum
South > Southwest
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
Cincinnati Wine and Dessert Tour
Downtown
Cincinnati Wine and Dessert Tour
Downtown
Join American Legacy Tours for our wine and desserts walking tour as we stroll through beautiful Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats & tasting delectable... Read more
Join American Legacy Tours for our wine and desserts walking tour as we stroll through beautiful Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine sampling sweet treats & 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.
Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours
Downtown
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
Escape The Room Challenge
North
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
EnterTRAINment Junction
North
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
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
Ark Encounter
South > Southeast
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
Archery Arena
North
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.
Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey
Downtown
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
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
South > Riverfront
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!
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
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
Dart Rush
South > Riverfront
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
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Downtown
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
Bonnybrook Farms
North
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
Great Miami Riverway
North
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
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
Newport Aquarium
South > Riverfront
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
Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust and Humanity Center
Downtown
Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust and Humanity Center
Downtown
Located at historic Union Terminal, the very site where many Holocaust survivors arrived in Cincinnati to rebuild their lives, The Holocaust and Humanity Center aims to... Read more
Located at historic Union Terminal, the very site where many Holocaust survivors arrived in Cincinnati to rebuild their lives, The Holocaust and Humanity Center aims to ensure the lessons of the past inspire action today. Through innovative storytelling, interactive experiences, and genuine artifacts, visitors witness the... Read More
New Riff Distilling
South > Riverfront
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
American Legacy Tours
Downtown
American Legacy Tours
Downtown
Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground &... Read more
Explore the unique history and landmarks of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a variety of guided walking tours. Tours include: Queen City Underground & Ultimate Underground Tours Newport Gangster Tour Bourbon and Spirits Distillery Tour Under the Market & Ultimate Under the Market Tours Barons Brew Bus 1919:... Read More
Boone County Distilling Company
South > Southwest
Boone County Distilling Company
South > Southwest
Making authentic bourbon whiskey in the northern hills of Kentucky. Visit the tasting room and the gift shop. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Making authentic bourbon whiskey in the northern hills of Kentucky. Visit the tasting room and the gift shop. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Northgate Mall
North
Northgate Mall
North
Northgate Mall Is located at Colerain Avenue and Springdale Road in Colerain Township, less than a mile south of I-275 and just a mile north of Ronald Reagan/Cross County... Read more
Northgate Mall Is located at Colerain Avenue and Springdale Road in Colerain Township, less than a mile south of I-275 and just a mile north of Ronald Reagan/Cross County Highway. The Mall boasts more than 1.1 million square feet of retail space, and is comprised of more than 100 specialty shops and three department stores:... Read More
Robert James Distillery
North
Robert James Distillery
North
Formerly Shumrick & Leys Distillery, which was purchased by 50 West partner Bob Slattery, Robert James Distillery is providing traditional disitilling techniques.... Read more
Formerly Shumrick & Leys Distillery, which was purchased by 50 West partner Bob Slattery, Robert James Distillery is providing traditional disitilling techniques. Robert James is a craft distillery and production facility, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. They welcome everyone to try their spirits in the taproom at sister... Read More
Sycamore Creek Country Club
North
Sycamore Creek Country Club
North
Since 1959, a community of members from Springboro, Centerville and surrounding areas have called Sycamore Creek Country Club their home. Sycamore Creek specializes in... Read more
Since 1959, a community of members from Springboro, Centerville and surrounding areas have called Sycamore Creek Country Club their home. Sycamore Creek specializes in providing an exceptional country club experience for families, couples, and business professionals through dynamic programming, warm hospitality and expertly... Read More
Vineyard Golf Course
West
Vineyard Golf Course
West
Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).
Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in... Read more
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in Over-the-Rhine, a dense historic neighborhood rich in 19th century architecture. Open Tuesday through Sunday, Findlay Market is open year-around with three... Read More
U.S. Grant Schoolhouse
East
U.S. Grant Schoolhouse
East
Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.
Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.
Kincaid Lake State Park
South > Southeast
Kincaid Lake State Park
South > Southeast
Wide variety of outdoor activities make it a favorite retreat for campers and fishermen. Park features boat dock, junior Olympic-size swimming pool, 9-hole golf course,... Read more
Wide variety of outdoor activities make it a favorite retreat for campers and fishermen. Park features boat dock, junior Olympic-size swimming pool, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf, hiking trails, athletic courts, picnic area and playground. The Campground offers 84 water and electric sites, open April–Oct.
Hoffner Park
Uptown
Hoffner Park
Uptown
Formerly known as Northside playground, this park has been restored to be the perfect locations for gatherings, fun, and family reunions. Part of ... Read more
Formerly known as Northside playground, this park has been restored to be the perfect locations for gatherings, fun, and family reunions. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Shawnee Lookout
West
Shawnee Lookout
West
Shawnee Lookout is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin and Native American archaeological earthworks. The park's nature trails, including the 1.... Read more
Shawnee Lookout is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin and Native American archaeological earthworks. The park's nature trails, including the 1.3-mile Blue Jacket, 2.0-mile Little Turtle and the 1.4-mile Miami Fort trail, offer spectacular views of the Ohio River and Great Miami River valleys. The... Read More
Fountain Square
Downtown
Fountain Square
Downtown
Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events.... Read more
Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events. Presiding over the Square is the historic Tyler Davidson Fountain, dedicated in 1871 to the people of Cincinnati.
Pinot's Palette
North
Pinot's Palette
North
Pinot's Palette is the a place where you can "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." At our studio, anyone can be an artist and have fun being creative - no art experience required! In... Read more
Pinot's Palette is the a place where you can "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." At our studio, anyone can be an artist and have fun being creative - no art experience required! In two or three hours you can create a festive, whimsical and colorful painting while sipping on your favorite beverage.
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has... Read more
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has been restored to its original appearance. A visit to the site includes a tour of the restored birthplace and four period rooms that reflect the family life... Read More
Ruby's Boat Dock
South > Southwest
Ruby's Boat Dock
South > Southwest
Located on Williamstown Lake featuring a Boat launch, Storage & Service, and Trailer & Camping area.
Located on Williamstown Lake featuring a Boat launch, Storage & Service, and Trailer & Camping area.
