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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New Riff Distilling
South > Riverfront
New Riff Distilling
South > Riverfront
Kentucky Bourbon and whiskey drinkers - rejoice! The northernmost stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail is now located in Newport, Kentucky! Free tours offer a firsthand look... Read more
Kentucky Bourbon and whiskey drinkers - rejoice! The northernmost stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail is now located in Newport, Kentucky! Free tours offer a firsthand look at the distillery as a guide leads you on an in-depth journey through the nooks and crannies of the distilling process, from grain to barrel. After each tour... Read More
Jungle Jim's International Market Fairfield
North
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
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
Cincinnati Fire Museum
Downtown
Cincinnati Fire Museum
Downtown
In 1853, Cincinnati established the first paid professional fire department in the United States. The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that... Read more
In 1853, Cincinnati established the first paid professional fire department in the United States. The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that Cincinnati has made to the firefighting profession. Its mission is to share and celebrate the history of firefighting in Cincinnati while providing a unique... 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 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
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
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
Bourbon and Spirits Distillery Tour
South > Riverfront
Bourbon and Spirits Distillery Tour
South > Riverfront
From grain to glass the world of craft distilling is taking off at lightning speed. Join us as we will tour 3 unique distilleries and meet the incredible craftsmen... Read more
From grain to glass the world of craft distilling is taking off at lightning speed. Join us as we will tour 3 unique distilleries and meet the incredible craftsmen bringing the spirit of distilling back to our area. You will learn the distilling process by experts and enjoy tastings at each location. Presented by American... Read More
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
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
Creation Museum
South > Southwest
Creation Museum
South > Southwest
Come Explore the Creation Museum! It's full of fun for the whole family. Designed by a former Universal Studios exhibit director, the Creation Museum presents... Read more
Come Explore the Creation Museum! It's full of fun for the whole family. Designed by a former Universal Studios exhibit director, the Creation Museum presents a walk through biblical history in a state-of-the-art 75,000 square foot museum. Included in admission is the museum's walk through, Special Effects Theater, Botanical... 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
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
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
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
Jungle Jim's International Market Eastgate
East
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
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
Ark Encounter
South > Southeast
Ark Encounter
South > Southeast
The Ark Encounter is a full-sized reconstruction of Noah's Ark. Stretching more than 1.5 football fields in length and higher than a modern four-story house, the... Read more
The Ark Encounter is a full-sized reconstruction of Noah's Ark. Stretching more than 1.5 football fields in length and higher than a modern four-story house, the sheer size of the Ark will amaze visitors. Dozens of fascinating exhibits within this unique attraction will bring to life the biblical account of Noah's Ark. Visit... 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
Ozone Zipline Adventures
North
Ozone Zipline Adventures
North
Suit up and fly on zip lines breezing through and above the canopy of the Little Miami River valley. Two tour guides escort each group of up to eight participants from... Read more
Suit up and fly on zip lines breezing through and above the canopy of the Little Miami River valley. Two tour guides escort each group of up to eight participants from platform to platform. Ozone offers three different tour options (plus night zipping!) that will have you traversing sky bridges and zipping to and from a 45-foot... Read More
Rockin' Jump Cincinnati
North
Rockin' Jump Cincinnati
North
Rockin' Jump - is the Ultimate Trampoline Park. Fun for kids of all ages! Our massive main trampoline jump arena, trampoline basketball arena, trampoline dodge ball arena... Read more
Rockin' Jump - is the Ultimate Trampoline Park. Fun for kids of all ages! Our massive main trampoline jump arena, trampoline basketball arena, trampoline dodge ball arena and rock climbing wall provides something for everyone. The perfect birthday party venue and a healthy family activity. We provide Safe. Clean. Fun.™ for... 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. Once completed, the Brewing Heritage Trail will invite the world to explore Cincinnati's brewing heritage through an unrivaled urban... 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
Beyond the Bricks: Outdoor Building Tour of Cincinnati Music Hall
Downtown
Beyond the Bricks: Outdoor Building Tour of Cincinnati Music Hall
Downtown
Join us for a 90-minute outdoor walking tour of this National Historic Landmark. The Society for the Preservation of Music Hall’s knowledgeable guides take you “Beyond the... Read more
Join us for a 90-minute outdoor walking tour of this National Historic Landmark. The Society for the Preservation of Music Hall’s knowledgeable guides take you “Beyond the Bricks” for a 360 degree, around-the-building view of Cincinnati Music Hall’s history and fabulous architecture. Learn about Music Hall’s design... Read More
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
South > Riverfront
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
South > Riverfront
The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center offer classes in drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, quilting, dance and yoga for children and adults. Their professional... Read more
The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center offer classes in drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, quilting, dance and yoga for children and adults. Their professional instructors will help you explore your creative side, no matter what your skill level. Classes run from 6 to 8 weeks. The mission at Baker Hunt is to provide... Read More
Cincinnati Chamber Opera
Uptown
Cincinnati Chamber Opera
Uptown
Cincinnati Chamber Opera was founded in 2013 by Shawn Mlynek and Autumn West in order to bring unique operatic experiences to the city of Cincinnati. Their productions are... Read more
Cincinnati Chamber Opera was founded in 2013 by Shawn Mlynek and Autumn West in order to bring unique operatic experiences to the city of Cincinnati. Their productions are full of young, vibrant, and extraordinarily talented artists, we program rarely-performed operas, and they perform them in interesting venues across... Read More
Morgan's Canoe & Outdoor Adventures Brookville
West
Morgan's Canoe & Outdoor Adventures Brookville
West
Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, rafting and camping along the fastest flowing river in Indiana, the Whitewater River which is considered a Class 1 stream and great for canoeists... Read more
Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, rafting and camping along the fastest flowing river in Indiana, the Whitewater River which is considered a Class 1 stream and great for canoeists of all skill levels.
U.S. Grant Birthplace Historic Site
East
U.S. Grant Birthplace Historic Site
East
Tour the birthplace of our 18th President, Ulysses S. Grant.
Tour the birthplace of our 18th President, Ulysses S. Grant.
Neeley Family Distillery
South > Southwest
Neeley Family Distillery
South > Southwest
Craft distillery located near the Kentucky Speedway featuring a full indoor/outdoor bar.
Craft distillery located near the Kentucky Speedway featuring a full indoor/outdoor bar.
Madison LIVE
South > Riverfront
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.
Miami Whitewater Forest
West
Miami Whitewater Forest
West
The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness... Read more
The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness Trails, 18-hole golf facility with driving range, campground, soccer complex, 85-acre lake with fishing, bike, boat rental, and snack bar. Parky's Pirate Cove... Read More
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
New Edgecliff Theatre
Uptown
New Edgecliff Theatre
Uptown
Founded in 1998, New Edgecliff Theatre’s mission has always been to create a powerful artistic experience utilizing local professionals. Our productions stress the... Read more
Founded in 1998, New Edgecliff Theatre’s mission has always been to create a powerful artistic experience utilizing local professionals. Our productions stress the fundamental communion between actor and audience. Whether an off-the-wall comedy, an intimate drama, or goofball musical, our focus is to create a production that... Read More
Smugglers Cove Marina
South > Southwest
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.
Cincinnati Food Tours: Sweet Stroll through OTR
Downtown
Cincinnati Food Tours: Sweet Stroll through OTR
Downtown
The Over-the-Rhine Sweet Stroll is for sugar lovers and includes stops at bakeries, pastry shops, and cafes in the neighborhood. Tour includes one "sit-down" stop where... Read more
The Over-the-Rhine Sweet Stroll is for sugar lovers and includes stops at bakeries, pastry shops, and cafes in the neighborhood. Tour includes one "sit-down" stop where specialty coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or a glass of wine or beer is included in the ticket price. Ages 12 and older are welcome on our Sweet Stroll. Tour is a... Read More
Jump Stop Safari
North
Jump Stop Safari
North
A mega indoor playground for children under age 12, Jump Stop Safari is locally owned and operated in the heart of Historic Lebanon. Featuring a custom-designed, multi-... Read more
A mega indoor playground for children under age 12, Jump Stop Safari is locally owned and operated in the heart of Historic Lebanon. Featuring a custom-designed, multi-level, padded play center with 2 enclosed slides, a glider, punching bags, a ropes course, climbing mats, and a fun hippo lookout, it's the perfect stop for... Read More
Main Event Entertainment
North
Main Event Entertainment
North
Offers a unique "Eat.Bowl.Play." experience featuring state-of-the-art bowling, multi-level laser tag, thrilling high ropes adventure courses, captivating game rooms... Read more
Offers a unique "Eat.Bowl.Play." experience featuring state-of-the-art bowling, multi-level laser tag, thrilling high ropes adventure courses, captivating game rooms featuring the latest video and amusement, stylish billiards, energetic bars and high-quality dining.
Holiday Auto Theatre Drive-In
North
Holiday Auto Theatre Drive-In
North
Enjoy a classic twist on seeing all the most recent movie releases at this drive-in movie theater in Hamilton. Holiday Auto Theatre is one of the last remaining drive-in... Read more
Enjoy a classic twist on seeing all the most recent movie releases at this drive-in movie theater in Hamilton. Holiday Auto Theatre is one of the last remaining drive-in theatre's in Ohio.
Florence Nature Park
South > Southwest
Florence Nature Park
South > Southwest
Nestled within the city limits, this passive park was acquired by the City in 1986 and has approximately 15 acres paved walking trails for exploring nature. The granite... Read more
Nestled within the city limits, this passive park was acquired by the City in 1986 and has approximately 15 acres paved walking trails for exploring nature. The granite animals were donated by Florence Mall for use at the facility. The Evelyn M. Kalb Gathering House is located here and rented to the public for parties or... Read More
Haunted Cincinnati Tours
Downtown
Haunted Cincinnati Tours
Downtown
Haunted Cincinnati's Ghosts of the Queen City tour takes you deep inside the history and paranormal claims at some of the most actively haunted locations in the city.... Read more
Haunted Cincinnati's Ghosts of the Queen City tour takes you deep inside the history and paranormal claims at some of the most actively haunted locations in the city. Join them as they cover more than 200 years of history and ghost stories. Also includes the use of authentic paranormal detection tools. Tour begins and ends at... Read More
Dick's Sporting Goods
North
Dick's Sporting Goods
North
All of your sporting goods needs in one convenient location.
All of your sporting goods needs in one convenient location.
Fairfield Greens South Trace
North
Fairfield Greens South Trace
North
Fairfield Greens South Trace is a par 70 championship golf course that plays 6,246 yards with five par three holes, 10 par four holes and three par five holes. The course... Read more
Fairfield Greens South Trace is a par 70 championship golf course that plays 6,246 yards with five par three holes, 10 par four holes and three par five holes. The course features bentgrass fairways, large undulating greens, numerous water hazards and bunkers.
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 Taft is home to an extensive art collection that... 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 Taft is home to an extensive art collection that includes European and American master paintings, Chinese porcelains, and European decorative arts. See major works by Rembrandt, Hals, Goya, Gainsborough,... Read More
Rabbit Hash General Store
South > Southwest
Rabbit Hash General Store
South > Southwest
A working general store since 1831, the Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another era.
A working general store since 1831, the Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another era.
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Downtown
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Downtown
One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-... Read more
One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-winning musicals to enthusiastic audiences from across the Greater Cincinnati area. It was in the early ’60s when CMT founder Will Breyer approached a select... Read More
Wolf Creek Habitat & Rescue
West
Wolf Creek Habitat & Rescue
West
Get up close and personal with wolves at this rescue center.
Get up close and personal with wolves at this rescue center.
Little Miami Canoe and Campground
North
Little Miami Canoe and Campground
North
Canoe, kayak, raft, or tube your way down the Little Miami Scenic River, exploring the vibrant wildlife, wandering trails and family-friendly campgrounds of Lebanon, Ohio... Read more
Canoe, kayak, raft, or tube your way down the Little Miami Scenic River, exploring the vibrant wildlife, wandering trails and family-friendly campgrounds of Lebanon, Ohio.
Piatt Park
Downtown
Piatt Park
Downtown
A two block park with plenty of picnic tables located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Part of Cincinnati Parks
A two block park with plenty of picnic tables located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Part of Cincinnati Parks
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
North
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
North
Featuring six Broadway-style shows a year, along with the famous mouth-watering buffet, La Comedia has been one of southwest Ohio's greatest entertainment values for 30... Read more
Featuring six Broadway-style shows a year, along with the famous mouth-watering buffet, La Comedia has been one of southwest Ohio's greatest entertainment values for 30 years! Whether you are celebrating a birthday or anniversary, looking for a one-of-a-kind experience for your group, or a romantic afternoon or evening with... Read More
