Indiana

Some of Indiana’s most beautiful lakes remain surprisingly overlooked. Nestled within Deam Lake State Recreation Area in southern…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 4

Coffee shops are common, but cafés where you can sip a drink while spending time with adoptable cats…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 4

Great steakhouses don’t always sit in busy downtown districts or behind flashy signs. Bonge’s Tavern in the tiny…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 4

Finding a thrift store that’s both enormous and well organized is rarer than it sounds. Mission 27 Resale…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 3

No two Indiana state parks tell quite the same story. One might lead you through rugged sandstone canyons…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 3

You don’t expect to be greeted by a towering praying mantis in the middle of an Indiana downtown,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 3

Towering limestone walls, soaring Gothic arches, and intricate Tudor-inspired details make the Scottish Rite Cathedral one of Indianapolis’…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 2

Some restaurants are remembered for the food. Others stay with you because of what you see between bites.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 2

Brick-lined sidewalks, locally owned cafés, and easy access to the beaches and shores of Lake Michigan give Chesterton…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 1

Finding a meal that’s both satisfying and affordable feels like a win, and Indiana is full of restaurants…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 1

Forget everything you think you know about Indiana’s landscape. Turkey Run State Park quickly replaces images of flat…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 1

The farther you wander from Indiana’s busiest highways, the more surprising the state becomes. Hidden among forests, winding…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 31

Some places encourage you to slow down the moment you arrive, and Nashville, Indiana is one of them.…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 31

The aroma of warm cinnamon, fresh-baked dough, and rich cream cheese frosting greets visitors long before they reach…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 31

The first glimpse of Lake Michigan from atop West Beach’s towering dunes is enough to make the drive…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 30

Every brick sidewalk, courthouse square, and centuries-old storefront tells part of Indiana’s story. Scattered across the state are…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 30

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern has quietly become one of Indianapolis’ go-to spots for outstanding fish and chips,…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 29

Perfectly seared ribeyes, buttery filet mignons, dry-aged cuts, and legendary shrimp cocktails have earned Indiana a reputation as…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 29

Farina’s Supper Club brings the timeless appeal of classic supper club dining to Michigan City, blending traditional Italian…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 29

asthof Amish Village has earned a reputation as one of Indiana’s premier Amish restaurants, attracting diners to Montgomery…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 28

Shapiro’s Delicatessen has been serving one of Indiana’s most legendary Reuben sandwiches for generations, making this historic Indianapolis…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 28

Warm weather has a way of pulling people toward the water, and Indiana offers far more waterfront escapes…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 28

JoJo’s Pretzels has become one of Indiana’s most beloved snack stops, drawing visitors to Shipshewana with hand-twisted soft…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 27

Indiana’s best free museums prove you don’t need an admission ticket to enjoy world-class art, fascinating history, unique…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 27

Traders Point Creamery in Zionsville offers one of Indiana’s most memorable farmhouse brunch experiences, pairing a farm-to-table restaurant…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 27

Indiana is home to outstanding Italian restaurants that locals return to again and again for handmade pasta, wood-fired…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 26

Great budget meals are getting harder to find, which makes Julie’s Tell Street Cafe in Tell City all…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 26

Escaping the daily rush doesn’t always require a long vacation. Across Indiana, peaceful small towns offer scenic lakes,…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 25

Indiana’s famous pork tenderloin sandwich reaches its full potential at Edinburgh Diner, where the crispy hand-breaded cutlet famously…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 25