North Indiana offers something for everyone and is also budget-friendly, allowing visitors to comfortably fit in everything they want to do without hurting their wallet. Whether you're looking to relax, strike it rich at a casino, take the kids on an adventure or hit the outdoors, you won't be disappointed in the many treasures this region offers. Many North Indiana destinations are nestled between corn and bean fields, which add to the rustic beauty of the region.
Shipshewana offers the Midwest region's largest flea market, theaters, lodging (including several bed and breakfasts), buggy rides and an indoor water park. Shipshewana is the heart of Indiana's Amish country. Take a step back in time as you eat home-cooked Amish meals and shop for handmade gifts, furniture and foods. Shipshewana.com offers information on lodging, attractions and dining, as well as contact information and maps.
Fort Wayne offers something for everyone in the family. Take the kids to Fort Wayne Children's Zoo (rated one of the top 10 zoos in the nation by Parents Magazine) for a family-friendly day. Tour DeBrand Chocolates Headquarters and take in the beauty at the Botanical Conservatory. Catch a concert or Broadway show at the Historic Embassy Theater before enjoying a ball game at the brand new minor league baseball park, Parkview Field. You can also relax at one of the many spas, or get some world-class shopping done at Jefferson Pointe Shopping Center. Fort Wayne, Indiana is located in northeast Indiana and is accessed by Interstate 69.
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
3411 Sherman Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
(260) 427-6800
kidszoo.org
DeBrand Chocolates
DeBrand Corporate Headquarters and Shoppe
10105 Auburn Park Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 969-8335
debrand.com/about_us/tour.cfm
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
1100 South Calhoun St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 427-6440
botanicalconservatory.org/
Fort Wayne Embassy Theater
125 West Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 424-6287
fwembassytheatre.org/home.htm
Parkview Field/Fort Wayne TinCaps
1301 Ewing St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 482-6400
Angola is a must-see destination for water-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled among 101 lakes, this area has a quaint, historic downtown full of antique shops and locally owned restaurants and shops. It is also home to Pokagon State Park, which hosts the Potawatomi Inn on beautiful Lake James and a 1/4-mile toboggan track. Angola is located in the northeastern corner of Indiana, and is accessible by Interstate 69.
Pokagon State Park
450 Lane 100 Lake James
Angola, IN 46703
(260) 833-2012
in.gov/dnr/parklake/2973.htm
Potawatomi Inn
Offering rooms, cabins and suites from $65/night-$185/night
450 Lane 100 Lake James
Angola, IN 46703
(260) 833-2012
http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/inns/potawatomi/lodging.html
Lake James
http://lakejames.org/history.html
Northwest Indiana offers the great outdoors, shopping and casinos. Spend a weekend at Indiana Dunes State Park, nestled around Lake Michigan. The dunes offer cross-country skiing in the winter, hiking and swimming in the summer. Blue Chip Casino--which includes a resort hotel and spa--is located in Michigan City, Indiana, and is easily accessible via Interstate 94. The northwest region also offers small-town charm, casinos, museums and lodging for every budget and taste.
Indiana Dunes State Park
1600 North 25 E.
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 926-1952
in.gov/dnr/parklake/2980.htm
Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa
777 Blue Chip Drive
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 879-7711
Toll Free: (888) 879-7711
bluechipcasino.com/
