Location: Covington
Top Things to do in Covington
What to do and see in Covington, Kentucky (KY): The Best Free Things to do
Covington is a city in Kenton County, Kentucky, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking Rivers. Cincinnati, Ohio, lies to its north across the Ohio and Newport, Kentucky, to its east across the Licking. Part of the Cincinnati–Northern Kentucky metropolitan area, Covington had a population of 40,640 at the time of the 2010 U.S. census, making it the fifth-most populous city in Kentucky. It is one of its county's two seats, along with Independence.
Restaurants in Covington
1. St Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By MsEditor2 - Cincinnati, United States
We recently moved to the area and had seen this beautiful church which reminded me of Notre Dame. We stopped on a Monday morning to walk through. While it isn't on the size scale of most Western European churches I've visited, it is equally impressive, especially the stained glass windows. We were surprised at what a phenomenally beautiful cathedral, which reminded us of Europe, could be found in Covington. It is indeed a treasure. The marble along with the intricate mosaics from Germany pair well with the Venetian glass and make this a must see if you are in Northern Kentucky.
2. Devou Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By 845laf - Daytona Beach Shores, United States
The overlook is the best view in the tri state area. I could sit and look at Covington and Cincinnati's skylines for hours. There are many playgrounds for kids, a golf course, a museum, shelter houses, an event location, a historic bandshell, and so many green spaces with picnic tables and places to relax and hike.
3. George Rogers Clark Park
4. Roebling Murals on the Floodwalls of Covington, KY
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By uryfan - Cincinnati, United States
One of the best kept secrets in Cincinnati is actually hiding in plain sight. As you cross the Roebling bridge, which is famous in its own right, you will see huge murals on the wall on the Kentucky Riverbank, that are now termed the Roebling Murals. These beautiful murals trace the history of the area including bison migration pathways of old crossing the Ohio River, uncle Tom's Cabin story of Eliza the slave escaping across the Ohio River, and paintings of Roebling Bridge architect John Roebling who went on to design the Brooklyn Bridge in nearly identical fashion. The view from the murals, of the great Ohio River, the highlights of the architecture over on the Cincinnati shoreline, and the Roebling bridge itself are simply outstanding and photogenic, in any season. Stop over and have a scenic view with a history lesson that can be enjoyably absorbed. I have brought numerous international visitors, scholars and students to see this spectacular site, and they all insist on its being a great spot.
5. Braxton Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By DeborahV319 - Hudson, United States
We sat outside the front door in the parking lot for a couple hours on a great September day and enjoyed a few of their draft brews. A bouncer at the door was monitoring mask usage and monitoring a queue of people waiting to go up to the rooftop bar. Although it took a couple hours, we got a text and went up to the roof for another round. Everyone was appropriately spaced and the bartenders were all very attentive. We'll be back!
6. Garden of Hope
7. Bourbon Haus 1841
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Built in 1841, this gem of Covington's Mainstrasse Village has been restored to its original glory. Today it is the home of over 200 Bourbons and was recently selected one of "America's Best Bourbon Bars" by The Bourbon Review magazine. Bourbon Haus 1841 is well known for its lengthy list of bourbon flights and bourbon crafted cocktails. This is the perfect place to sample America's only native spirit in an upscale, yet incredibly comfortable, cozy environment!
8. MainStrasse Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 217 reviews
A kitschy faux-German village in Covington with lots of restored 19th century shops, restaurants, and homes.
Reviewed By T5871AMjulief - Dayton, United States
Mainstrasse Village is unbeatable for lunch, dinner, a snack or dessert. So many restaurants from cheap eats to formal dining. Cleaner and safer than anywhere in Cincinnati. Safe both day and night. Great area for bar hopping and enjoying happy hour or late night food and drinks. Variety is the spice of life, and MV has variety and quality. Can't say enough good about this area. Most shops do close early, even on weekends. If you are going for the shopping, plan to go early. Many nice, unique shops. If you are visiting downtown Cincinnati, skip the typical and overpriced restaurants and bars, and take a quick walk across the blue bridge or a five minute Uber/Lyft to Covington/Mainstrasse Village. Over-the-Rhine is dangerous and your safety and fun are worth the short trip across the river.
9. Northern Kentucky Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 48 reviews
Be the center of attention in the center of it all... great meeting spaces to inspire creativity and great people who make it seamless for you to meet in NKY. Connect with us and connect with the best of the South on the banks of the Ohio.
Reviewed By unacceptable21
Nice conference venue. Clean restrooms and meeting spaces. Attended in November and enjoyed the Christmas decor. Dinner was okay. They served some type of steak.
10. Pioneer Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By wckdtrix - Taylor Mill, United States
Pioneer park is a decent, well maintained park. It experiences flooding quite a bit, but and flood damage is quickly fixed and left looking better than ever. The park is very easy to get too, plenty of parking, and has a nice dog park. The picnic shelter is nice as well.
