Location: Newport
Top Things to do in Newport
What to do and see in Newport, Kentucky (KY): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Newport is a home rule-class city at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking rivers in Campbell County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 15,273 at the 2010 census. Historically, it was one of four county seats of Campbell County. Newport is part of the Cincinnati Metropolitan Area, which includes over 2 million inhabitants.
Restaurants in Newport
1. Wooden Cask Brewery Company
2. Sweet Tooth
3. New Riff Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 175 reviews
WE'RE A NEW RIFF ON AN OLD TRADITION. ESTABLISHED 2014. Proud member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour offering in depth tour, unique whiskey experiences, intimate cocktail bar, and exclusive Distillery Shop. Founded in 2014 by Ken Lewis, a visionary Kentucky liquor retailer and entrepreneur, New Riff is led by a team of corporate refugees ranging from craft beer to politics and more. New Riff crafts a range of whiskeys—Bourbon, Rye, and eventually Malted Rye and a host of specialty recipes—as well as Kentucky Wild Gin. Our mission is simple: to someday be counted among the world’s great small distilleries.
Reviewed By edbisig - Loveland, United States
My wife and I took a tour recently and had a great time. Our tour guide, Grover, was very knowledgeable and had a wonderful personality. Having toured several distilleries on the Bourbon Trail, we were impressed by the things that made this new bourbon maker unique. We highly recommend you include New Riff when in the area, and if possible take one of Grover's tours.
4. Dart Rush - Cincinnati
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Dart Rush is a foam dart arena using genuine NERF® blasters in Cincinnati. Play with family, friends and co-workers!
5. Newport Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,144 reviews
Rated #1 U.S. Aquarium by Readers’ Choice Travel Awards and #1 Aquarium in the Midwest by Zagat Survey. Home to thousands of aquatic animals in scores of exhibits, the Newport Aquarium will amaze you with all there is to see and do. You can touch a penguin, pet a shark, hear divers talk to the audience during feeding time, play games in Frog Bog, eat lunch in Sharkey's Cafe and a much, much more!
Reviewed By JourneyAwaits - Anderson, United States
All areas of this aquarium are very well done. Our ticket time was 9 am and we had reservations for the penguin experience at noon so we had plenty of time to explore. We really took our time and enjoyed the exhibits. It was nice being able to get in early before the crowds got heavier. I highly recommend doing the penguin experience. It was informative and fun to see/interact with the penguins in a small group. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The aquarium had some new projects underway, I am anxious to return soon.
6. Newport on the Levee
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 489 reviews
Newport on the Levee is the #1 dining & entertainment destination in Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky. Located just across the river from Cincinnati's dramatic skyline view, the Levee features a year-round schedule of festivals, special events, live bands and a great selection of restaurant offerings.
Reviewed By 46ral66 - Colorado Springs, United States
When we visit the Newport Aquarium, we also enjoy walking around the mall and along the Ohio River. On warmer days, several restaurants have outdoor seating with beautiful views of the Cincinnati skyline and different boats on the river. We have enjoyed our meals at Brothers Bar Grill and Mitchell's.
7. The Southgate House Revival
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By royheizer99 - Cincinnati, United States
Southgate House Revival is an awesome place to see a concert! This medium sized venue has great atmosphere, sound, lighting, and accommodations. I've seen everyone from Reverend Horton Heat to Blaze Bayle here! They have a wide range of acts come through; something for everyone! I especially love that I always get a chance to meet the bands and get a picture with them. Lots of great memories here! Parking is easy, and there are some good restaurants nearby.
8. Axis Alley
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 32 reviews
9. Funny Bone Comedy Club
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 35 reviews
10. GameWorks
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 15 reviews
Located at Newport on the Levee, GameWorks Cincinnati - Newport is the premier esports and entertainment destination for Newport, Cincinnati, and the surrounding areas. The location boasts over 22,000 SqFt of entertainment space offering a brand new esports lounge with over 100 game titles, new and classic arcade and redemption games, gourmet food at The Works Kitchen, and event space for birthdays, corporate events, and more!
