Cincinnati is packed with kid-friendly fun. From hands-on museums and underwater adventures and interactive exhibits, there’s plenty to keep little ones entertained all season long. With experiences including a LEGO® art exhibit featuring more than 100 sculptures, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of your spring season. Keep reading for our top must-do activities for families.
This cozy indoor experience featuring over 100 LEGO® sculptures is open in Cincinnati for a limited time, and it’s not to be missed. Get ready to see incredible art by Nathan Sawaya at the Art of the Brick exhibit. Marvel at the 12-foot T-Rex and … If you’re a lover of classic art, spend hours taking in Gustav Klimt’s famous portrait of ‘The Kiss,’ Michelangelo’s ‘David’ statue, replicas of Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Edvard Munch’s The Scream, and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
A favorite with indoor fun for all ages is the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. Kids will love exploring the Children’s Museum, discovering dinosaurs, and catching an OMNIMAX movie.
Newport Aquarium
Perfect for spring days, the Newport Aquarium lets kids walk through shark tunnels, meet penguins, and touch stingrays just across the river in Newport, Kentucky, just minutes from downtown Cincinnati.
Introduce the kids to some of the best cultural experiences in Cincinnati by taking them to one of the many Candlelight Concerts. These magical performances feature live music surrounded by thousands of candles, with programs spanning everything from classical favorites to tributes to artists like Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and more, making it easy to find something the whole family will enjoy.
