Marie Aline’s guidebook for Northern Kentucky
Sightseeing
The Ark Encounter is truly a unique experience. You can get an idea of how animals were taken care of in such close proximity to each other. Take a look back in history of how the engineering of ship building and biblical accounts came together. Take the kids to see animals in the zoo on site.
20 locals recommend
Ark Encounter Drive
Ark Encounter DriveThe Ark Encounter is truly a unique experience. You can get an idea of how animals were taken care of in such close proximity to each other. Take a look back in history of how the engineering of ship building and biblical accounts came together. Take the kids to see animals in the zoo on site.
Understand the biblical account of how the world began, where we came from and where we are going. Great exhibits and explanations of how life began.
224 locals recommend
Creation Museum
2800 Bullittsburg Church RdUnderstand the biblical account of how the world began, where we came from and where we are going. Great exhibits and explanations of how life began.
Kentucky Speedway Boulevard
Kentucky Speedway BoulevardGreat place to go for Nascar and other races.
Be sure to visit Churchhill Downs, the site of the legendary Kentucky Derby. Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, many restaurants, shows, dining and shopping.
77 locals recommend
Louisville
Be sure to visit Churchhill Downs, the site of the legendary Kentucky Derby. Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, many restaurants, shows, dining and shopping.
Cincinnati
Great food, parks by the river, theater and much more.
Great theater, restaurants and much more....
Check out the Kentucky Horse Park, Festival of the Bluegrass and the Waveland State Historic Site.
60 locals recommend
Lexington
Great theater, restaurants and much more....
Check out the Kentucky Horse Park, Festival of the Bluegrass and the Waveland State Historic Site.
Definitely a must see for any sports fan. See how the famous Louisville Slugger bat is made.
441 locals recommend
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
800 W Main StDefinitely a must see for any sports fan. See how the famous Louisville Slugger bat is made.
Interesting history of Bourbon distilling in the local area.
7 locals recommend
Boone County Distilling Company
10601 Toebben DrInteresting history of Bourbon distilling in the local area.
Newport Aquarium
1 Levee WayFun time for family
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is the second oldest zoo in the United States, founded in 1873 and officially opening in 1875, after the Roger Williams Park Zoo. It is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio.
374 locals recommend
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine StThe Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is the second oldest zoo in the United States, founded in 1873 and officially opening in 1875, after the Roger Williams Park Zoo. It is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio.
This is your One Stop for all of your bowling needs. With 36 lanes equipped with the newest XIIX Strike Touch Screen Automatic Scoring and lots of Vintage and New Arcade games throughout. Top of the Line Bowling Pro Shop . 7500 Sussex Dr, Florence, KY
Florence Bowling Center
7500 Sussex DriveThis is your One Stop for all of your bowling needs. With 36 lanes equipped with the newest XIIX Strike Touch Screen Automatic Scoring and lots of Vintage and New Arcade games throughout. Top of the Line Bowling Pro Shop . 7500 Sussex Dr, Florence, KY
Groceries
Kroger Marketplace
635 Chestnut DrMarket place - 635 Chestnut Dr
Walton, KY 41094
Walmart Market
20 Ferguson Boulevard20 Ferguson Blvd, Dry Ridge, KY 41035
Shopping
Florence Mall - Out station
Shopping Mall - 2028 Florence Mall, Florence, KY
Kohl's Walton
12300 Towne Center DrShopping - 12300 Towne Center Dr, Walton, KY 41094
Music Hall
Locally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky. They bring the best local and national acts to the stage, with fantastic sound and a fun atmosphere.
37 locals recommend
Headliners Music Hall
1386 Lexington RdLocally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky. They bring the best local and national acts to the stage, with fantastic sound and a fun atmosphere.
Verona Vineyards in Verona, Kentucky, offers wine glass painting. You can register for a class on their website for $20. You can learn to paint your wine glasses and drink wine at the same time. It sounds like Verona Vineyards is taking the wine and painting craze to another level. Verona Vineyards also offers Paint and Pour classes for $35. You will get a cheese plate, Verona wine and your own painting with the cost of admission. Pretty good deal for those of you looking to have wine while you paint!
9 locals recommend
Verona Vineyards
13815 Walton-Verona RdVerona Vineyards in Verona, Kentucky, offers wine glass painting. You can register for a class on their website for $20. You can learn to paint your wine glasses and drink wine at the same time. It sounds like Verona Vineyards is taking the wine and painting craze to another level. Verona Vineyards also offers Paint and Pour classes for $35. You will get a cheese plate, Verona wine and your own painting with the cost of admission. Pretty good deal for those of you looking to have wine while you paint!
City/town information
Just across the river from Cincinnati, you’ll find Newport, Kentucky. Not only does a trip to Newport provide visitors with easy access to downtown Cincinnati attractions, it’s also home to the Newport Aquarium—rated by Zagat as one of the top aquariums in the U.S. During your stay, you’ll also want to make a trip into Covington, Kentucky, to explore the German businesses and architecture at MainStrasse Village. Make sure to pick up some souvenirs from the shops in Newport’s historic downtown.
25 locals recommend
Newport
Just across the river from Cincinnati, you’ll find Newport, Kentucky. Not only does a trip to Newport provide visitors with easy access to downtown Cincinnati attractions, it’s also home to the Newport Aquarium—rated by Zagat as one of the top aquariums in the U.S. During your stay, you’ll also want to make a trip into Covington, Kentucky, to explore the German businesses and architecture at MainStrasse Village. Make sure to pick up some souvenirs from the shops in Newport’s historic downtown.
Seasonal activities
Seasonal activities
Perfect North Slopes is located in Lawrenceburg, IN just 30 Minutes from Cincinnati, OH. We offer Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snow Tubing with 5 Lifts, 6 Carpet Lifts and 2 Tows.
19074 Perfect Pl Ln
19074 Perfect Place LaneSeasonal activities
Perfect North Slopes is located in Lawrenceburg, IN just 30 Minutes from Cincinnati, OH. We offer Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snow Tubing with 5 Lifts, 6 Carpet Lifts and 2 Tows.
North America’s largest recirculating pool, with over an acre of shallow water for the little ones. Dare to cannonball from a 9-foot board at Cannonball Cove or relax at the Island Oasis with all your favorite refreshments!
121 locals recommend
Coney Island Park
6201 Kellogg AveNorth America’s largest recirculating pool, with over an acre of shallow water for the little ones. Dare to cannonball from a 9-foot board at Cannonball Cove or relax at the Island Oasis with all your favorite refreshments!
You will be able to rent boats, Kayaks etc from the Marina if you are renting our lake house.
23 locals recommend
Williamstown Marina
290 Boat Dock RdYou will be able to rent boats, Kayaks etc from the Marina if you are renting our lake house.
Family Fun
This riverside park includes a carousel, oversized swings, fun playgrounds, and interactive water features.
smale park
166 W Mehring WayThis riverside park includes a carousel, oversized swings, fun playgrounds, and interactive water features.
Known for its live bison herd and prehistoric past, this park offers educational exhibits and outdoor fun.
Big Bone Lick, Kentucky 41091, USA
Known for its live bison herd and prehistoric past, this park offers educational exhibits and outdoor fun.
As the world's only museum dedicated to ventriloquism, it offers a unique experience with an extensive collection of dummies and the history of this performing art.
Vent Haven Museum
As the world's only museum dedicated to ventriloquism, it offers a unique experience with an extensive collection of dummies and the history of this performing art.
A colorful museum displaying signage from nearly 100 years of American history.
46 locals recommend
American Sign Museum
1330 Monmouth AveA colorful museum displaying signage from nearly 100 years of American history.
A classic Americana experience with a general store that’s been in operation since 1831, offering unique souvenirs and the chance to sip on traditional sodas.
18 locals recommend
Rabbit Hash General Store
10021 Lower River RdA classic Americana experience with a general store that’s been in operation since 1831, offering unique souvenirs and the chance to sip on traditional sodas.
A museum set in a beautiful park, showcasing history and a natural play area where kids can explore heritage and natural history with log cabins and caves.
8 locals recommend
Behringer-Crawford Museum
1600 Montague RdA museum set in a beautiful park, showcasing history and a natural play area where kids can explore heritage and natural history with log cabins and caves.
An ideal spot to cool off, this aquatic center has water slides, a lazy river, and zero-depth areas for the younger kids.
20 locals recommend
Florence Aquatic Center
8200 Ewing BlvdAn ideal spot to cool off, this aquatic center has water slides, a lazy river, and zero-depth areas for the younger kids.
Home to the largest alpaca herd in Kentucky, here you can tour the farm and learn about these fascinating animals.
Eagle Bend Alpaca Farm
7812 East Bend RoadHome to the largest alpaca herd in Kentucky, here you can tour the farm and learn about these fascinating animals.
Florence 14
7860 Mall RdMovie theaters
Miffy Town
miffytown is an interactive experience where the whole family can enjoy miffy goodness.