Indiana is full of great towns and places to explore. Some places are perfect for a quick tour or road trip, while others require a bit more time to fully experience. If you’re looking for an amazing weekend trip, try one of these incredible locations.
- Madison
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Brandy Berhelson/Flickr Madison is a gorgeous town to visit, nestled right along the Ohio River. You’ll be delighted by local restaurants and shops and love exploring the incredible architecture here.
Christy Tompkins/Flickr Madison is also home to the gorgeous Clifty Falls State Park where you can spend your weekend camping, hiking, or exploring hidden waterfalls along these gorgeous trails.
- Chesterton
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Ani Od Chai/Flickr If you love beaches, you’ll absolutely fall in love with Chesterton. This town is home to the Indiana Dunes State Park, where you can explore miles of beach, water, and trails.
Anna G./TripAdvisor Chesterton has a small, yet quaint downtown area with amazing restaurants and pubs, and even has a nifty European outdoor market on Saturdays that you’ll definitely love exploring.
- West Baden Springs
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Visit the unofficial eighth wonder of the world when you book a stay at the West Baden Springs Hotel. This extraordinary resort has a world class spa and other fantastic amenities.
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Dan Perry/Flickr You’ll also find amazing golf courses one town over in French Lick, along with scenic train rides!
- Nappanee
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Tom Gill/Flickr Explore Amish Acres located in Nappanee for an unforgettable experience. Learn more about a way of life completely different from your own while also indulging in some incredible home cooked food and freshly baked desserts.
Tom Gill/Flickr Enjoy horse and buggy rides, theatrical performances, and guided tours around this charming town.
- Santa Claus
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Doug Kerr/Flickr Experience Christmas year round at this magical place. Santa Claus, Indiana is always decked out in its Christmas best. Stay the weekend and explore some of the coolest Christmas themed shops and attractions around.
Patrick McGarvey/Flickr Be sure to also check out Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari while you’re here. The kids will love you for it!
- Columbus
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Anthony/Flickr This gem of a city is full of fun activities for all types of visitors. Be sure to check out the awesome indoor Commons playground and Zaharako’s, the city’s old fashioned ice cream parlor and soda shop.
Hans Kundnani/Flickr Columbus is also home to some of the most exquisite and unique buildings in the country, so be sure to check out their architecture tour.
- Nashville
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Serge Melki/Flickr Not to be confused with the city in Tennessee, Nashville is a quirky and charming small town full of interesting places to discover. From local shops (including a fudge kitchen) to historic places, like the Story Inn, you’ll love walking around this fantastic town.
Rain0975/Flickr It’s also where you’ll find the lovely Bean Blossom Covered Bridge, as well as the stunning Brown County State Park.
Will you be taking any weekend trips this summer? For another great Indiana destination to check out, learn more about the state’s most naturally beautiful town.
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Madison is a gorgeous town to visit, nestled right along the Ohio River. You’ll be delighted by local restaurants and shops and love exploring the incredible architecture here.
Christy Tompkins/Flickr
Madison is also home to the gorgeous Clifty Falls State Park where you can spend your weekend camping, hiking, or exploring hidden waterfalls along these gorgeous trails.
Ani Od Chai/Flickr
If you love beaches, you’ll absolutely fall in love with Chesterton. This town is home to the Indiana Dunes State Park, where you can explore miles of beach, water, and trails.
Anna G./TripAdvisor
Chesterton has a small, yet quaint downtown area with amazing restaurants and pubs, and even has a nifty European outdoor market on Saturdays that you’ll definitely love exploring.
Scutter/Flickr
Dan Perry/Flickr
You’ll also find amazing golf courses one town over in French Lick, along with scenic train rides!
Tom Gill/Flickr
Explore Amish Acres located in Nappanee for an unforgettable experience. Learn more about a way of life completely different from your own while also indulging in some incredible home cooked food and freshly baked desserts.
Enjoy horse and buggy rides, theatrical performances, and guided tours around this charming town.
Doug Kerr/Flickr
Experience Christmas year round at this magical place. Santa Claus, Indiana is always decked out in its Christmas best. Stay the weekend and explore some of the coolest Christmas themed shops and attractions around.
Patrick McGarvey/Flickr
Be sure to also check out Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari while you’re here. The kids will love you for it!
Anthony/Flickr
This gem of a city is full of fun activities for all types of visitors. Be sure to check out the awesome indoor Commons playground and Zaharako’s, the city’s old fashioned ice cream parlor and soda shop.
Hans Kundnani/Flickr
Columbus is also home to some of the most exquisite and unique buildings in the country, so be sure to check out their architecture tour.
Jim Grey/Flickr
Serge Melki/Flickr
Not to be confused with the city in Tennessee, Nashville is a quirky and charming small town full of interesting places to discover. From local shops (including a fudge kitchen) to historic places, like the Story Inn, you’ll love walking around this fantastic town.
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It’s also where you’ll find the lovely Bean Blossom Covered Bridge, as well as the stunning Brown County State Park.
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