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With so much to do and see in the Northern Kentucky area – from stunning golf courses, amusement
parks and horse farms to world-renowned museums, historic sites and performing arts – whether your
trip is recreational or professional, your hardest decision will be where to start first.
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH
(513) 281-4700
(800) 94-HIPPO
Rated the #1 attraction in the Cincinnati area and one of the top five zoos in the nation by Zagat – award-winning exhibits with over 500 animals and 3,000 plant species.
Coney Island
6201 Kellogg Avenue
Cincinnati, OH
(513) 232-8230
Featuring Sunlite Pool – the world's largest recirculating swimming pool – and over 2 acres and 3 million gallons of water fun.
Drake Planetarium
2020 Sherman Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45212
513-396-5578
Monthly planetarium shows and meditainment events. See event website for information on public shows.
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY
(859) 233-4303
(800) 678-8813
A 1200-acre working horse farm – with two outstanding museums, twin theaters and nearly 50 different breeds of horses.
Kings Island
6300 Kings Island Drive
Mason, OH
513-573-5700
800-288-0808
Fourteen world-class rides – including the world’s tallest, fastest and longest wooden roller coasters plus family rides, live shows, Nickelodeon Universe and Boomerang Bay water park.
Lazer Kraze
1335 Donaldson Rd
Erlanger, KY 41018
859-371-5729
Featuring multi-level space station laser tag arenas and Greater Cincinnati's largest laser tag systems for Out of this World family and group fun. Ask about organized team-building sessions including Zero Gravity room relay races, corporate programs and more.
Newport Aquarium
One Aquarium Way
Newport, KY 41071
(859) 261-7444
Showcasing thousands of animals from around the world in a million gallons of fresh and saltwater – named the #1 aquarium in the Midwest by Zagat.
Ride the Ducks
One Levee Way
Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-815-1439
Opening summer 2008! Laugh and learn (and "quack") by land and sea during 40-minute tours aboard amphibious vehicles (crafted from the WWII DUKWs) that take visitors on a narrated sightseeing ride highlighting some of Northern Kentucky and Cinicinnati's most impressive landmarks. Then splash down and cruise the Ohio River exploring the historic waterfronts of Newport, Covington and Cincinnati. Ticket booth located outside the Newport Aquarium.
The Beach Waterpark
2590 Waterpark Drive
Mason, OH
(513) 398-SWIM
(800) 886-7946
A tropical adventure for the whole family with 49 rides and attractions on 35 acres – only 20 minutes north of Cincinnati.
LaRu Bowling Lanes
2443 Alexandria Pike
Highland Heights, KY
(859) 781-2111
Comfortable sports bar atmosphere with inexpensive prices and 16 bowling lanes.
Lookout Bowl
1665 Dixie Hwy
Ft. Wright, KY
(859) 491-4121
Retro bowling with classic lanes, self-scoring and clean, well-maintained equipment and alleys.
Southern Lanes
7634 Alexandria Pike
Alexandria, KY
(859) 635-2121
Fourteen lanes in addition to sand volleyball, live music and a sports bar.
Super Bowl Bellewood
1211 Waterworks Road
Newport, KY
(859) 781-1211
Thirty-two lanes with automatic scoring, plus Racers Edge sports lounge, game room and billiards.
Super Bowl Erlanger
510 Commonwealth Avenue
Erlanger, KY
(859) 727-2000
Sixty-four lanes with automatic scoring, plus SkyBox Sports Bar, High Rollers Club, billiards and game rooms.
Walt’s Center Lane Bowling
1809 Monmouth St.
Newport, KY
(859) 431-2464
Automatic scoring and well-kept equipment and lanes – plus game room and pro shop.
AJ Jolly Golf Course
11541 Alexandria Pike
Alexandria, KY
(859) 635-2106
Scenic views and plenty of trees with 6,219 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 (ladies’ par is 75).
Boone Links
19 Clubhouse Dr.
Florence, KY
(859) 371-7550
Two public courses and 45 holes of golfing in the heart of Oakbrook in Florence, Kentucky.
Devou Park Golf Course
1344 Audubon Rd.
Covington, KY
(859) 431-8030
Featuring skyline views in a park setting – located five minutes from downtown Cincinnati and 10 minutes from CVG.
Flag Springs Golf Course
46 Smith Rd
California, KY
(859) 635-2170
One mile from the picturesque Ohio River, 6,137 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71.
Kenton County Golf Courses
3908 Richardson Rd.
Independence, KY
(859) 371-3200
Three courses within a 54-hole complex – golf for all abilities including the Pioneer, the most challenging public course in Kentucky.
Lassing Pointe
2266 Double Eagle Dr.
Union, KY
(859) 384-2266
One of the top public courses in the country – 6,724 yard layout including a practice range and short game center.
Meadowood Golf Course
1991 Golf Club Drive
Burlington, KY
(859) 585-0422
Golf course landmark since early 1950 – enjoyable and challenging nine-hole course for all skill levels.
The Golf Center at Kings Island
6042 Fairway Drive
Mason, OH
(513) 398-7700
Designed by Jack Nicklaus, 40 holes of golf on two courses – the Grizzly PGA championship course and the Bruin mid-length family course.
The Golf Ranch – Burlington
5390 Limaburg Rd.
Burlington, KY
(859) 282-1110
Northern Kentucky’s premier four season driving range – 50 practice tees and short game area.
Twin Oaks & Plantation Club
450 E 43rd St
Covington, KY
(859) 581-2410
Bermuda grass fairways and Bentgrass greens, with plenty of mature trees with water and sand challenges.
World of Sports
7400 Woodspoint Dr.
Florence, KY
(859) 371-8255
Eighteen-hole executive course, 25 station lighted practice range – plus miniature golf, billiards and arcade.
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