Swanson Park Travel Guide
South Bend
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Popular places to visit
University of Notre Dame
Experience a day in the life of a student at one of the prettiest campuses in the United States. Admire iconic landmarks and experience the passion of a football match.
Potawatomi Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your holiday in South Bend? Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
Studebaker National Museum
Take a journey through the history of one of the world’s most important automobile manufacturers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
A dazzling series of stained-glass windows adorn this Gothic Revival-style church set on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
Join devotees at a replica of a sacred French cave, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared before St. Bernadette Soubirous.
Notre Dame Stadium
Catch an event at Notre Dame Stadium during your trip to Notre Dame. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Swanson Park
Irish Lodge South Bend
I enjoyed the hotel the staff was great only thing I didn't like was the breakfast I thought it should have been a buffet style breakfast but maybe this can help the hotel out
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Four Winds Casino South Bend
The room was very spacious and the layout was great.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
When we checked into our room there was a used towel hanging on the back of the bathroom door, hair on the floor of the shower, and used soap in the soap dish. I parked in the back lot and the scanner never worked to let me in the parking lot.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Morris Inn
Great experience and location
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
Helpful staff
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Inn at Saint Mary's
The hotel was under renovation but will be really nice upon completion. Hotel down the street from the Notre Dame campus and several dining options.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson Park
River Park
While River Park isn't home to many top sights, Potawatomi Zoo and Studebaker National Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wooded Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Wooded Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium.
Northeast South Bend
Though Northeast South Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Compton Family Ice Arena and Morris Performing Arts Center.
East Bank Village
While East Bank Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.
Harters Heights
Harters Heights might not have many top sights, but Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown South Bend
While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.
