Things to Do with Kids in Covington, KY

  • TripBuzz found 136 things to do with kids in or near Covington, Kentucky, including 122 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cincinnati, Mason, Florence and Newport.
  • From Totter's Otterville to Doe Run Lake Park, the Covington area offers 68 different types of family activities, including: Parks, History Museums, Walking Trails and Playgrounds.
  • Covington is a city in northern Kentucky located where the Ohio River meets the Licking River. The waterfront city is the fifth most populated area in the state, home to over 40,000 residents. The city offers visitors a wide selection of attractions and amenities satisfying even the most adventurous traveler. Caving, zip lining and white water rafting are just a few of the activities you can experience in Covington.
  • TripBuzz found 136 things to do with kids in or near Covington, Kentucky, including 122 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cincinnati, Mason, Florence and Newport.
  • From Totter's Otterville to Doe Run Lake Park, the Covington area offers 68 different types of family activities, including: Parks, History Museums, Walking Trails and Playgrounds.
  • Covington is a city in northern Kentucky located where the Ohio River meets the Licking River. The waterfront city is the fifth most populated area in the state, home to over 40,000 residents. The city offers visitors a wide selection of attractions and amenities satisfying even the most adventurous traveler. Caving, zip lining and white water rafting are just a few of the activities you can experience in Covington.
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2.4 Miles
92% 1510 votes
Children's Museums 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45203 MoreLess Info
Museums, theaters, and a library can be found in the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. This is an old renovated railroad station, built in 1928, which also now exhibits items pertaining to the railroad domain.
2.4 Miles
92% 609 votes
Gardens 1501 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, OH MoreLess Info
Completed in 1933, the Krohn Conservatory exhibits more than 3,500 species of plants, in collections such as the following: the Palm House, the Tropical House, the Orchid Display, the Desert Garden, and the Bonsai Collection.
4.0 Miles
98% 160 votes
Zoos 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220 MoreLess Info
Featuring many species of exotic animals, Cincinnati Zoo is divided into different exhibits like the World of Insect and Cat Canyon. During the holidays, the zoo is decorated with LED lights during the Festival of Lights.
4.1 Miles
92% 2383 votes
Botanical Gardens 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220 MoreLess Info
More than 500 animals and 3,000 species of plants are found at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Special events and programs are organized all around the year, such as the Borrows Conservation Lecture and the Festival of Lights. Private events can also be organized in here.
4.2 Miles
Movie Theaters 320 Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220 MoreLess Info
Esquire Theatre shows movies including new Hollywood releases, cult classics, independent and foreign films. They feature a bar that serves beer, wine and cocktails in addition to coffee and baked goods.
5.2 Miles
82% 268 votes
Water Parks 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45228 MoreLess Info
Coney Island is a collection of businesses, attractions and rides, each independently operated. Some of the top attractions at Coney Island include The Mermaid Parade, Coney Island Film Festival, Sideshow School, and Congress of Curious People.
5.3 Miles
56% 207 votes
Theaters Cincinnati, OH MoreLess Info
The Riverbend Music Center is an outdoor performance amphitheater located near Coney Island and the Belterra Park Gaming & Entertainment Center. The location, which has a capacity of 20,500, is the permanent home of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra during the summer months.
5.8 Miles
86% 37 votes
Parks Cincinnati, OH MoreLess Info
Hyde Park Village features a variety of vendors, including Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Brooks Brothers, LA Fitness, and Indigo Coffee. The location also hosts a variety of events, including music festivals and Halloween carnivals.
6.2 Miles
93% 95 votes
Parks 3600 Observatory Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45208 MoreLess Info
Ault Park features many recreational opportunities including gardens, trails, a children's playground, scenic overlook, picnic shelter and pavilion that can be rented for special events. Deer and other wildlife can also be seen there.
8.1 Miles
47% 15 votes
Race Tracks 7500 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41022 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of horse racing events and other amenities at Turfway Park. There is live betting on races as well various other contests and special nights and events.
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