Things to do in Northern Kentucky

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Northern Kentucky Travel Guide

Belle of Louisville which includes a sunset, a ferry and a river or creek

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

Muhammad Ali Center which includes night scenes and modern architecture

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What to do in Northern Kentucky

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Ark Encounter

Have a fun-filled day at Ark Encounter and see why people love this amusement park in Williamstown. Discover the restaurants and museums in this family-friendly area.

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

Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.

Paycor Stadium

Catch an event at Paycor Stadium during your trip to Cincinnati. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and lively festivals.

University of Kentucky

Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the 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.

Kentucky Horse Park

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

Churchill Downs

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

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.

Areas of Northern Kentucky

Louisville which includes signage and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Louisville

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.

Lexington showing tranquil scenes and farmland

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.

Jeffersontown

Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.

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.

Conrad Caldwell House showing signage and heritage elements

Old Louisville

Old Louisville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while you're in town.