South Bend Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Basilica of the Sacred Heart featuring a park and heritage architecture
Basilica of the Sacred Heart which includes flowers, a park and heritage architecture
South Bend featuring a city
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South Bend

Where to stay in South Bend

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

Northeast South Bend

Though Northeast South Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East Race Waterway and Compton Family Ice Arena.

Northeast South Bend
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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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Wooded Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Wooded Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium.

Wooded Estates
South Bend featuring signage and flowers

Downtown South Bend

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

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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.

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River Park

While River Park isn't home to many top sights, Potawatomi Zoo and East Race Waterway are some notable places to visit nearby.

River Park
Larkspur Landing South Bend
Larkspur Landing South Bend
2.5 out of 5
52709 Indiana State Route 933, South Bend, IN
The price is 2.421.037 ₫ per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
2.421.037 ₫
2.784.193 ₫ total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (967 reviews)
"Remember you asked. Cleanliness: Room exc. dining area- while clean nothing was sanitized after people ate at tables and counter. Serving spoons were caked up should have replaced."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Larkspur Landing South Bend
Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
2.5 out of 5
215 South Dixie Way, South Bend, IN
The price is 1.834.396 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
1.834.396 ₫
2.109.556 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (115 reviews)
"The staff at night was very helpful. I actually lost my headset and they searched the room and the entire property to help me find it. They even returned my call to give me an update. I will recommend this property to anyone if they are in the area. It is very quietand so comfortable. Thank you"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
4 out of 5
123 N Dr. Martin Luther King BLVD, South Bend, IN
The price is 2.782.149 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
2.782.149 ₫
3.199.471 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great folks, great location Hilton should be proud!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Doubletree Hotel South Bend
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The Argyle on Mass Ave
The Argyle on Mass Ave
4 out of 5
615 N East St., Indianapolis, IN
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Indianapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (120 reviews)
Argyle on Mass is perfect!
"The Argyle on Mass is the perfect place to stay in Indy. It’s located in the heart of the city and everything is walkable from this apartment. Check in, check out was seamless and easy. The room was very clean and comfortable. It’s the perfect option in lieu of over priced hotels!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

The Argyle on Mass Ave
The Villas at French Lick Springs
The Villas at French Lick Springs
3 out of 5
8718 W State Road 56, French Lick, IN
Stay at this 3-star condo in French Lick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
"This place was great! Very affordable and lots of great amenities, especially for the price! The place is a bit dated in design and furnishings, but we actually loved that! Especially since it did not detract at all from our enjoyment! New carpet throughout and new flooring downstairs. Excellent ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

The Villas at French Lick Springs
CozySuites at Block20
CozySuites at Block20
2.5 out of 5
423 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Gainbridge Fieldhouse ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Pros: This apartment/hotel was excellent for my party of 4 - with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, full kitchen, dining table area, and living room. It was literally 1 block away from the Murat Theatre/Old National Centre, so it was a quick/easy walk to go see a show there! If I ever see another show ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

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Popular places to visit

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
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
Potawatomi Zoo

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
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

Notre Dame Stadium

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Notre Dame Stadium during your trip to Notre Dame. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Notre Dame Stadium

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