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.

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  1. Lighthouse Restaurant, Cedar Lake
  2. Public Bar & Rec,  Crown Point
  3. The Caribbean on Lake George
  4. Local Outdoor Dining in Indiana Dunes
  5. Sweet Treats in Indiana Dunes
  6. Locals Love Date Night Restaurants
  7. Leeds Public House, Michigan City
  8. Fiddlehead Restaurant, Michigan City
  9. Trattori Enzo, LaPorte
  10. The Vine, Elkhart
  11. Goshen Brewing Comany
  12. Ruhe 152, Nappanee