The secret’s out: Covington is one of America’s favorite cities. People across the country are discovering what our 40,000+ residents have known all along. This is a community that honors its history while continually evolving, with neighborhoods and streets shaped by thoughtful planning and a culture that gives it a style entirely its own. 

In the past two years alone, Covington has been celebrated as one of Money Magazine’s “50 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” (2024), ranked among Food & Wine’s “Top Small U.S. Cities for Food and Drink” (2025), and named one of HGTV’s “Most Charming Small-Town Downtowns in America” (2025). These aren’t just titles; they’re recognition of our dynamic, forward-looking community.  

A Taste Like No Other 

Covington’s food scene is as bold as its personality. Food & Wine praised local chefs for blending tradition with innovation, celebrating the City’s vibrant food culture and combination of “small-city soul with big character.” The magazine singled out favorites like Anchor Grill and Otto’s serving up comfort food classics, while Bouquet and Carmelo’s showcase modern farm-to-table fare. 

Here, bourbon isn't just a menu item; it’s part of our identity. Covington is a proud stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail’s B-Line, home to dozens of bourbon bars. HGTV praised how the City’s charm comes alive in Mainstrasse Village, which the network describes as a lively, 19th-century German-inspired section of town, where cobblestone streets, Bavarian architecture, and the Carroll Chimes Bell Tower’s hourly puppet show draw visitors year-round. 

A Great Place to Call Home 

Covington is both affordable and inclusive. According to Money Magazine, the city not only offers one of the lowest median home listing prices among its top picks ($246,000), but also creates a strong sense of belonging. From honoring Juneteenth and hosting NKY Pride, to banning conversion therapy and supporting organizations like the Esperanza Latino Center, Covington is actively building a community where everyone feels at home.  

Building the Future, Honoring the Past  

Covington is investing in local businesses like the veteran-owned KeAloha’s Kitchen to new bike lanes and EV charging stations, making it easier to live, work, and explore in the city. Each project contributes to a community that grows thoughtfully by blending modern amenities with local character, offering a welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.  

Streetcraft, a YouTube channel focused on urban planning and city design, featured Covington’s Central Riverfront neighborhood in a video called This City Gets to Start From Scratch. With over 500,000 views, the video highlights the City’s 23-acre IRS redevelopment project as a “principled and community-focused approach” that respects Covington’s character while building an inclusive future.  Whether you’re walking along the cobblestone streets of MainStrasse, catching a skyline view from Devou Park, or putting down roots in one of the City’s historic neighborhoods, Covington offers something for everyone. But beyond the headlines and the accolades, what truly defines “The Cov” is its community.  

Come see Covington for yourself and see why the rest of the nation is finally taking notice.