A You + Me Kentucky Town

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Covington

Kentucky· Est. 1815

Local spots: 48
Est.: 1815

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The Local Heartbeat

Why we love Covington

Where the Ohio River whispers tales of pioneers, German heritage, and architectural marvels, adventure awaits.

Where Covington is

Plan your visit to Covington

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Did you know?

01
Covington is home to the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, a stunning example of Gothic architecture and one of only 36 minor basilicas in the United States.
02
The iconic Roebling Suspension Bridge, connecting Covington to Cincinnati, was a prototype for the Brooklyn Bridge and a marvel of engineering in its time.
03
Covington's MainStrasse Village is a beautifully preserved historic district that showcases the city's German heritage with its charming architecture, shops, and restaurants.
04
Before Covington became the city that it is today, the area was a frontier settlement with farms and a few mills.

Mark your calendar

MainStrasse Village Original Goettafest - late July/early August
Maifest - May
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati (held in Cincinnati, but draws heavily from Covington)
Covington Farmers Market - seasonal

The story of Covington

Covington, Kentucky, boasts a rich history intertwined with the Ohio River and the burgeoning industrial era. Founded in 1815 by Thomas Kennedy on land formerly owned by Revolutionary War hero General James Taylor Jr., the city quickly became a vital transportation and commercial hub. Its strategic location across from Cincinnati, Ohio, fueled its growth, drawing German immigrants who shaped its distinctive architecture and cultural heritage. Covington played a significant role in the Civil War era, serving as a key Union supply depot and witnessing firsthand the anxieties of a border state grappling with divided loyalties. Its role in industry, especially distilling and manufacturing, contributed significantly to the economic development of the Northern Kentucky region.

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Local Spots

Places in and near Covington

Art of the States Inc

Gallery

329 W 34th St, Latonia, KY 41015, USA

Why we love Covington

Where Covington is

Plan your visit to Covington

Did you know?

Mark your calendar

The story of Covington

Are you a chamber that loves Covington?

Local Spots

Art of the States Inc

Devou Park Golf & Event Center

Fassler Florist & Event Designers

Frisch's Big Boy

Graeter's Ice Cream

OLLA Taqueria

Reality Tuesday Cafe

Remke

The Christian Store

The Inspired Heart

United Dairy Farmers

Village Gallerie

Action Ministries

CareFirst Urgent Care

Coinme

Cultivate Counseling & Community Services

DietzDriveline

Edgewood Spine & Rehab

Fidelity Investments - Corporate Office

First Financial Bank

Hamilton's

JW Contract Screen

Marathon Gas

Masterpiece Audio Video

Merry Maids

Ms Classic Car Wash

Parkland Homes

Patron Graphics

Paul Davis Restoration of The Tri State Area

Payless ShoeSource

PODS Moving and Storage

QuikStop Oilube

Saylor & Son Auto Repair

Softball City Sports Complex

Speedy Wash Coin Laundry

Tin Cup Golf

Weir - ESCO Division

Aunt Millie's

Ralice Custom Framing & Fine Art

Bavarian Brewery Exhibit

Handmade by Hillary

Honey & Fetch

Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati

Little Flour Baked Goods

Vent Haven Museum

The Roost Latonia

Emerson's Bakery

BIGGBY COFFEE

Supporting Local Operations

Why we love Covington

Where Covington is

Plan your visit to Covington

Did you know?

Mark your calendar

The story of Covington

Are you a chamber that loves Covington?

Local Spots

Art of the States Inc

Devou Park Golf & Event Center

Fassler Florist & Event Designers

Frisch's Big Boy

Graeter's Ice Cream

OLLA Taqueria

Reality Tuesday Cafe

Remke

The Christian Store

The Inspired Heart

United Dairy Farmers

Village Gallerie

Action Ministries

CareFirst Urgent Care

Coinme