We're Northern Kentucky, aka NKY, aka one of Condé Nast Traveler's "Best Places to Go in the U.S." And your guide to visiting the Southern side of the Cincy Region — one of the nation’s most unique destinations.

In Northern Kentucky, the South literally begins at our front door — where the small-town warmth and hospitality of Northern Kentucky go hand-in-hand with the big-city amenities and attractions of Midwestern Cincinnati, Ohio, just a bridge-walk away across the Ohio River.

We invite you to come meet NKY. But really meet NKY. Shake hands with a craft distiller. Find quirky treasures at a magic boutique. Bet on an afternoon of fun at the racetrack. See the world's largest wooden structure up close. Walk across a shark tank on the first of its kind Shark Bridge at the Newport Aquarium.

You’ll find in NKY we do Southern with a bit of German fusion and a whole lot of sass! From how we make our Kentucky bourbon, to our vibrant culinary scene, unique shops, and remarkable amount of things to do, NKY has something for YOU.

Here’s a sampling of our one-of-a-kind offerings:

As the Official Gateway to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and home of The B-Line®, a self-guided trail of craft distilleries and bourbon-centric establishments, we’re America’s ultimate bourbon destination and home to a dozen of The Bourbon Review’s best bourbon bars in the U.S.
Or, if you prefer IPAs to Old Fashioneds, we have more than 80 craft breweries in the area, thanks to the Cincy Region’s sizable German-American population — including the first Hofbräuhaus outside of Munich.
Looking for another kind of spirit? Visit the Ark Encounter, a faith-based attraction that’s 510 feet long and seven stories high with exhibits centered on the religious tale of Noah’s family and the flood. The property also boasts a world-class zip line, petting zoo and buffet restaurant.
Jump from one boat to another with a ride on BB Riverboats. Climb aboard an opulent paddlewheel that recalls the by-gone opulence of the steamboat era. Enjoy an Ohio River sightseeing cruise, or snag tickets for a sunset dinner cruise. You can even reserve the ships for private events.
Or go underwater at the Newport Aquarium, ranked one of the nation’s best by USA Today, and located at Newport on the Levee, a bustling mixed-use riverfront hangout with bars, restaurants, attractions and hotels, including Aloft Newport.

Learn more at meetnky.com.