Top 10 Places for Holiday Shopping (or Anytime!)

Indiana’s Cool North is is full of awesome opportunities for your shopping -- and especially during the holidays. You can find exceptional works of Amish craftsmanship, one-of-a-kind finds,  retail outlets, and delicious homemade sweets and treats. From local boutiques and downtown shops to the outlets, here are our Top 10 Places for Holiday Shopping!  These are all open year-round, so even when the holidays are over, you can get in some retail therapy.  

Essenhaus Carriage Ride and Mini Golf

Das Dutchman Essenhaus

Enjoy a carriage ride and mini golf at Das Dutchman Essenhaus.  Make a day of it with the family at Das Dutchman Essenhaus. Take a carriage ride through the property, enjoy a session of mini golf, and top it off with multiple dining options, including menu, buffet, and family-style. Don’t forget the pie!

Work off the pie by renting a bike, or walking around The Village Shops.

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  • 43 Minutes to University of Notre Dame
  • 69 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 73 Minutes to Indiana Dunes

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