West Washington Travel Guide

South Bend

This is John Oliver’s office left as it was when he died. The house and all its contents were given to a foundation in Elkhart by a daughter of the original owner who had lived in the house most of her life. The decision was made to keep all the contents with the house so a tour is really like a step back in time.
The National Studebaker Museum also contains a History Museum. That museum includes this fully furnished mansion which you can tour. It was constructed between 1885-97 for John Oliver and his family. He was a local business man who had developed a process to cool a cast iron casting of a plow blade which allowed it to be as smooth and strong as iron for a fraction of the price. There was a time when the Oliver plow was was the #1 plow in the world!
The History Museum featuring a house, interior views and heritage elements
The History Museum which includes interior views, a house and heritage elements
The History Museum which includes interior views, heritage elements and a house

Popular places to visit

The History Museum showing heritage architecture

The History Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The History Museum in South Bend. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

The History Museum
University of Notre Dame showing a garden, wild flowers and heritage architecture

University of Notre Dame

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of University of Notre Dame, a top university in South Bend. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

University of Notre Dame
The best zoo experience I've ever had in my life!! Neat & clean!! Not so much crowd!! Calm & Peaceful!! Surprised with the animals and their health! 4 tigers 🐯 2 Lions 🦁🐵🐿🐫🐗🐷🐑🐈🐆🦉🦍 and much more!! First time saw the kangaroo with joey! You can find so many species of birds as well!!

Potawatomi Zoo

Why not visit the animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your holiday in South Bend? Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Potawatomi Zoo
Studebaker National Museum showing interior views and heritage elements

Studebaker National Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Studebaker National Museum in South Bend. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Studebaker National Museum
Basilica of the Sacred Heart which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral as well as a small group of people

Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Learn about the local history of Notre Dame with a stop at Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes showing a park

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

You can find out about the history of Notre Dame when you stop by Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

Top hotels in West Washington

The Avanti Houses

The Avanti Houses

3 out of 5
900 Thomas St South Bend IN
The price is 1.822.590 ₫ per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
1.822.590 ₫
3.003.329 ₫ total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
Very clean. Enjoyed the Avanti memorabilia. Just what we needed for our stay.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Avanti Houses
Innisfree Bed & Breakfast

Innisfree Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
702 W Colfax Ave South Bend IN
Stay at this B&B in South Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
Stephanie was a WONDERFUL host!! The experience was warm and inviting thanks to her energy. We will be returning!

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

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Innisfree Bed & Breakfast
Art and Lodging

Art and Lodging

2 out of 5
1012 W Washington St South Bend IN
The price is 1.788.400 ₫ per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
1.788.400 ₫
2.056.660 ₫ total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located nearby.
Art and Lodging
Four Winds Casino South Bend

Four Winds Casino South Bend

3 out of 5
3000 Prairie Ave South Bend IN
The price is 2.866.700 ₫ per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
2.866.700 ₫
3.583.375 ₫ total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (880 reviews)
Clean rooms, great breakfast at edgewater, won at the casino!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Four Winds Casino South Bend
Larkspur Landing South Bend

Larkspur Landing South Bend

2.5 out of 5
52709 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is 1.989.595 ₫ per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
1.989.595 ₫
2.288.034 ₫ total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room itself was great. Hallway had an unpleasant odor. Ice machines were not working.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Larkspur Landing South Bend
Morris Inn

Morris Inn

4 out of 5
1399 Notre Dame Avenue South Bend IN
The price is 4.189.590 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
4.189.590 ₫
4.817.897 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
Excellent service and well done rooms. Randall was great help when checking in and understanding the Inn and area.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Morris Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around West Washington

Entrance to the University of Notre Dame

Near Northwest

Near Northwest might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Near Northwest
Studebaker National Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Downtown South Bend

While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.

Downtown South Bend
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East Bank Village

While East Bank Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.

East Bank Village
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Northshore Triangle

Northshore Triangle might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Northshore Triangle
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Harters Heights

Harters Heights might not have many top sights, but Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Harters Heights
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Keller Park

While Keller Park isn't home to many top sights, Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes and Basilica of the Sacred Heart are some notable places to visit nearby.

Keller Park

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