Top 15 Local Favorites in Northern Indiana

History, festivals, and exquisite dining collide in Indiana’s Cool North. We asked locals to list their favorite attractions, events, and activities so you can get the most authentic experience possible on your visit to Northern Indiana. Whether you take in one or go for the full 15, you’ll learn just what makes our corner of the country so special.

Old Lighthouse Museum

Old Lighthouse Museum

 

The Old Lighthouse Museum opened for the 2022 season on April 1.  Located in Michigan City, you can visit an original light station structure, as well as learn more about the Great Lakes, disastrous shipwrecks, and more.

Tour eight rooms of this charming lighthouse and maritime museum, originally built in 1858, on the shores of Lake Michigan.  Includes a gift shop

For information on nearby lodging and  Deals and Packages   Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.

    • 16 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
    • 45 Minutes to University of Notre Dame
    • 56 Minutes to Elkhart County

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