10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Kentucky (2026 Activity Guide)

Belle of Louisville featuring a river or creek, a sunset and a ferry

Belle of Louisville showing a bridge, a bay or harbour and a ferry

Muhammad Ali Center which includes night scenes and modern architecture

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What to do in Northern Kentucky

Popular places to visit

Ark Encounter

Have a fun-filled day at Ark Encounter and find out why this is a popular theme park in Williamstown. Discover the restaurants and museums in this walkable area.

Great American Ball Park

Catch an event at Great American Ball Park during your trip to Cincinnati. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a baseball game.

Red River Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Red River Gorge during your travels in Wellington. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Kentucky Exposition Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention centre in Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.

Newport Aquarium

Find yourself face-to-face with thousands of aquatic species from around the world at this popular aquarium just across the river from Cincinnati.

Churchill Downs

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Panorama Ohio River waterway riverboats and bridges leading to heart of downtown Louisville KY

KFC Yum Center

Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Kentucky Horse Park

Enjoy a trip to Kentucky Horse Park and popular activities such as horse riding in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Paycor Stadium

Catch an event at Paycor Stadium during your trip to Cincinnati. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

Areas of Northern Kentucky

Downtown Louisville

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

The cultural heart of the city beats with baseball, boxing and music, with sporting fields, live bands and a center for Muhammad Ali, the city’s most famous son.

Downtown Lexington

While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.

Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Old Louisville

3/5(2 area reviews)

Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Ohio River Valley while in the area.

Sculptor Jeptha Barnard Bright Jr. and his wife.

Phoenix Hill

While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.

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St. Matthews

St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.

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