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Northwest Indiana Attractions

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Places of interest in Northwest Indiana

Northwest Indiana is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northwest Indiana, and make it a breeze to explore Northwest Indiana and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northwest Indiana to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Northwest Indiana attractions

Northwest Indiana has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northwest Indiana to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northwest Indiana.

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What to do in Northwest Indiana

Popular places to visit

Indiana Dunes State Park

4/5(1 review)

The southern shores of Lake Michigan consist of a stunning dune landscape, which is ideal for hiking, camping, bird-watching, picnicking and swimming.

Lake View Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake View Beach during your trip to Beverly Shores? Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunrises.

Do you ever just want to sit and listen to the waves lap against the shore? I took this photo way back in February while I was visiting family in southern Michigan. I finally got around to editing it and I tried something new while editing it. I'm super happy with how it turned out! #puremichigan #springfun

Washington Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Washington Park Beach during your trip to Michigan City? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

The best zoo experience I've ever had in my life!! Neat & clean!! Not so much crowd!! Calm & Peaceful!! Surprised with the animals and their health! 4 tigers 🐯 2 Lions 🦁🐵🐿🐫🐗🐷🐑🐈🐆🦉🦍 and much more!! First time saw the kangaroo with joey! You can find so many species of birds as well!!

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.

Beverly Shores Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beverly Shores Beach during your trip to Beverly Shores? Wander the lakeside and beaches while you're in the area.

Notre Dame Stadium

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Notre Dame Stadium during your trip to Notre Dame. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Why not try your luck with a visit to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana during your time in Gary? While in the area, you can find time to visit its casinos.

Four Winds Casino South Bend

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Four Winds Casino South Bend during your visit to South Bend? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Very beautiful scenery here at Marquette Park.

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Miller Beach

If you're spending some time in Miller Beach, Lake Michigan and Marquette Park are top sights worth seeing.

Eddy Street Commons is a retail/apartment planned development on the edge of the University of Notre Dame campus that includes this Irish pub which offers Sunday brunch and allows dogs on the patio!

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.

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.

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.

Studebaker National Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Downtown South Bend

While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.

Michigan lake was a favorite stop and very much like the beach

Porter Beach

While visiting Porter Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park.

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