Cincinnati USA

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RIVERFRONT—
NORTHERN KENTUCKY
From beloved attractions like the Newport
Aquarium to a vibrant dining and nightlife
scene, the riverfront in Northern Kentucky
is a happening spot. And it’s just a short
stroll across a bridge from Cincinnati.
Things to Do
Axis Alley*
859-652-7250, axisalleylevee.com
A boutique bowling experience that features
upscale bowling, billiards, and a
high-energy bar and lounge.
BB Riverboats*
859-261-8500, bbriverboats.com
Kids cruises, sightseeing cruises, dining
cruises, and more on the Ohio River.
Learn more on pages 34, 53, 75.
Behringer-Crawford Museum
859-491-4003, bcmuseum.org
A regional museum documenting the heritage
and culture of Northern Kentucky.
Learn more on page 32.
Bellevue Beach Park
859-431-8888, bellevueky.org
Riverfront park that hosts a summer
concert series.
The Carnegie
859-491-2030, thecarnegie.com
Largest multidisciplinary arts venue in
Northern Kentucky, with galleries, theater,
and education center.
Cathedral Basilica
of the Assumption*
859-431-2060, covcathedral.com
One of only 35 basilicas in the U.S.,
this cathedral features stunning gothic
architecture and one of the world’s
largest church stained-glass windows.
Devou Park
859-292-2151, covingtonky.gov
Beloved Northern Kentucky park with
wide-angle views of the Cincinnati skyline
and the Ohio River.
The Dinner Detective
Murder Mystery Show*
866-496-0535,
thedinnerdetective.com/cincinnati
America’s largest interactive murder
mystery dinner show! The Dinner
Detective provides a hilarious evening
of murder mystery, a four-course meal,
and a prize package for the top sleuth.
Just beware: The killer might be sitting
right next to you.
Falcon Theatre
513-479-6783, falcontheater.net
A professional theater company producing
a wide range of shows, from comedy
and drama to musicals and classics.
GameWorks*
859-581-7529, gameworks.com
Eat, drink, and play all under one roof.
Hundreds of the latest and greatest
arcade games, prize games, and old
school classics like billiards and darts.
Goebel Park
859-292-2160, covingtonky.gov
Park in Covington with a public pool,
picnic shelters, gazebo, playground, and
the German-style Carroll Chimes Clock
Tower. Learn more on pages 14, 53.
Kentucky Symphony Orchestra
859-431-6216, kyso.org
More than 25 seasons of both familiar
and unique classical repertoire along
with other thematic performances
and collaborations. Learn more on
page 43.
Madison Theater
859-491-2444,
madisontheateronline.com
A beautifully restored movie theater
that now features regional and national
music acts.
MainStrasse Village
859-491-0458, mainstrasse.org
A walkable community with plenty of
shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.
Learn more on pages 14, 53, 75.
Newport Aquarium*
859-261-7444, newportaquarium.com
Thousands of animals from around the
world are showcased in a million gallons
of water. Learn more on pages 33,
53, 75.
Newport on the Levee*
859-291-0550, newportonthelevee.com
Eat, shop, and play with the city skyline
and the Ohio River as your scenic backdrop.
Learn more on pages 35, 53.
New Riff Distilling*
859-261-7433, newriffdistilling.com
A craft distillery specializing in Kentucky
bourbon and rye whiskey that offers free
tours. Learn more on page 53.
Second Sight Spirits
702-510-6075, secondsightspirits.com
The distillery’s interest in a “second
sight” refers to its passion to impact the
future of Ludlow with premium spirits.
World Peace Bell
859-655-7700, southbankpartners.com
This 66,000-pound bell was built in
France and brought to Newport to ring
in the new millennium in honor of the
International Day of Peace. Viewings by
appointment.
Shopping
Historic Bellevue
shopbellevueky.com
A charming historic district filled with
an eclectic array of shops, salons, and
eateries. Be sure to check out Shop
Bellevue! on the first Friday of every
month; businesses are open late and
many offer open houses and specials.
Learn more on page 14.
Donna Salyers’ Fabulous-Furs
859-291-3300, fabulousfurs.com
Fabulous-Furs, which sells faux fur coats,
vests, wraps, and stoles, has been
profiled in People magazine and the Wall
Street Journal.
The Cozy Cottage
859-581-4972,
cozycottagebellevueky.com
Charming shop featuring handcrafted
items such as gifts and doll clothing.
Learn more on page 14.
The Party Source
859-291-4007, thepartysource.com
From beer kegs and wine to specialty
foods and party supplies, your destination
for everything you’ll need to throw
the best party.
Village Gifts KY
859-878-2858, villagegiftsky.com
Gift shop specializing in Kentucky-made
food products, art, and apparel. Learn
more on page 14.
Witt’s End Candy Emporium
859-261-9488, wittsendcandy.com
Be a kid in a candy store, choosing
from tons of treats, old-fashioned toys,
popcorn, cotton candy, and more. Learn
more on page 14.
Food & Drink
AmerAsia
859-261-6121
Fresh Asian cuisine, including the
Dragon’s Breath wontons, and a selection
of craft beers.
Beer Sellar
859-431-6969
Floating restaurant and barge that offers
live entertainment, skyline views, full
bar, 135 bottled beers, 64 taps, and
one great jukebox. Dinner served.
Bircus Brewery
859-360-7757, bircus.com
Where the surreal world of circus
meets the universal love of beer.
Bircus delivers a jaw-dropping brewery
experience with live performers.
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