Northwest Indiana

Travel Guide

Panoramic landscape view of the beach and the Michigan City Lighthouse in summer with dramatic cloudscape
Panoramic landscape view of the beach and the Michigan City Lighthouse in summer with dramatic cloudscape
Naperville Town view in Illinois State
Stormclouds part over lighthouse along beach in michigan city indiana
Indiana’s first national park!

Where to stay in Northwest Indiana

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.

Miller Beach
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.

Northeast South Bend
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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.

Harters Heights
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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.

Wooded Estates
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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.

Downtown South Bend
Home base.

Ogden Dunes

You'll enjoy the beaches and lake views in Ogden Dunes. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Michigan or Ogden Dunes Beach.

Ogden Dunes
Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa

Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa

3.5 out of 5
777 Blue Chip Drive Michigan City IN
The price is HK$806 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
HK$806
HK$1,034 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Michigan City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,927 reviews)
Everyone was very nice. But unfortunately as soon as u walk in, all u smell is cigarettes. I'm a smoker, but that was bad! We

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa
The Inn at Saint Mary's

The Inn at Saint Mary's

3.5 out of 5
53993 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is HK$745 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
HK$745
HK$857 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,135 reviews)
Everything was fine, fairly average.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Inn at Saint Mary's
Morris Inn

Morris Inn

4 out of 5
1399 Notre Dame Avenue South Bend IN
The price is HK$1,144 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,144
HK$1,316 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Staff is awesome. The Inn and all its aspects. Are a wonderful representative of Notre Dame for anyone who is visiting.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Morris Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Retreat-Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free WiFi-Pool Table-Bikes-Grill-Golf Cart

Family Retreat-Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free WiFi-Pool Table-Bikes-Grill-Golf Cart

Michigan City IN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Michigan City. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and a pool table. Popular attractions Blue Chip Casino and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
Cozy but comfortable rental house in the popular Beachwalk community. Even though we rented in the winter off-season, the owner was very communicative during our stay. I would recommend this house to others, especially in the warm months, as the house is fully equipped for outdoor relaxation.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly

Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly

Porter IN
Stay at this beach cabin in Chesterton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
I don’t know what to say other than it’s a great property! Excellent view of the beach and lake. We walked on the beach all the days even tho it’s December. Everything you need is supplied. It’s clean and fully functional. Our family, including our pups, really enjoyed it there! Would definitely ...

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly
Beachwalk - 7 bedrooms near the beach. Hot tub & golf cart.  Great family house

Beachwalk - 7 bedrooms near the beach. Hot tub & golf cart. Great family house

Michigan City IN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Michigan City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Blue Chip Casino and Sand ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (230 reviews)
This is our go-to for an annual Friendsgiving— great for three families with teens

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Beachwalk - 7 bedrooms near the beach. Hot tub & golf cart. Great family house
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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