West Washington, IN

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.
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 which includes heritage elements, interior views and a house
The History Museum which includes interior views, heritage elements and a house

Popular places to visit

The History Museum which includes heritage architecture

The History Museum

Artwork, curious artifacts from Indiana and the former house of an industrialist family are some of the attractions at this downtown museum.

The History Museum
University of Notre Dame which includes wildflowers, a church or cathedral and a garden

University of Notre Dame

Experience a day in the life of a student at one of the prettiest campuses in the United States. Admire iconic landmarks and experience the passion of a football match.

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 native and exotic animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your trip to South Bend? Attend a football game in this family-friendly area.

Potawatomi Zoo
Studebaker National Museum which includes heritage elements and interior views

Studebaker National Museum

Take a journey through the history of one of the world’s most important automobile manufacturers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

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

Basilica of the Sacred Heart

A dazzling series of stained-glass windows adorn this Gothic Revival-style church set on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.

Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes which includes a garden

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

Join devotees at a replica of a sacred French cave, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared before St. Bernadette Soubirous.

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

West Washington Hotel Deals

The Avanti Houses

The Avanti Houses

3 out of 5
900 Thomas St South Bend IN
The price is NT$2,064 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
NT$2,064
NT$3,464 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 2026/2/22

The Avanti Houses
Art and Lodging

Art and Lodging

2 out of 5
1012 W Washington St South Bend IN
The price is NT$2,151 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
NT$2,151
NT$2,473 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi 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 NT$2,533 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
NT$2,533
NT$3,167 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (853 reviews)
Clean rooms, comfortable bed, and the best part was breakfast delivered to your room. Great way to start the day! We wish we could have stayed another night. Will definitely be returning!

Reviewed on 2026/3/3

Four Winds Casino South Bend
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

3 out of 5
3800 N Main St Mishawaka IN
The price is NT$2,592 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
NT$2,592
NT$2,981 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Mishawaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
The rooms were very spacious. It is an interesting older building I would love to know the history about, but they have maintained it very well.

Reviewed on 2026/3/5

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
The Inn at Saint Mary's

The Inn at Saint Mary's

3.5 out of 5
53993 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is NT$2,516 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
NT$2,516
NT$2,894 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,159 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff!

Reviewed on 2026/3/4

The Inn at Saint Mary's
Larkspur Landing South Bend

Larkspur Landing South Bend

2.5 out of 5
52709 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is NT$2,034 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
NT$2,034
NT$2,339 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Good value for money

Reviewed on 2026/3/3

Larkspur Landing South Bend
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Other neighborhoods around West Washington

Entrance to the University of Notre Dame

Near Northwest

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Near Northwest and surrounding area, you can visit South Bend Civic Theater and The History Museum.

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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.

Downtown South Bend
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East Bank Village

While there might not be top attractions in East Bank Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.

East Bank Village
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Northshore Triangle

Though Northshore Triangle might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center.

Northshore Triangle
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Harters Heights

While Harters Heights isn't home to many top sights, Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harters Heights
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Keller Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Keller Park and surrounding area, you can visit Roseland Town Park and Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Keller Park

West Washington, IN