Top 15 Local Favorites in Northern Indiana
Posted on January 17, 2025 by Indiana's Cool North
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.
The Port Drive-In - A Chesterton Icon since the 50's
Show the kids what dining out was like in the 50’s and 60’s in this blast from the past! Friendly carhops come directly to your vehicle to take your order and deliver your food.
An icon in Chesterton since the 50’s, The Port still serves their signature items: the original recipe chili dogs and homemade root beer in frosty mugs. Don’t leave the Indiana Dunes until you’ve tried it!
