- TripBuzz found 76 things to do with kids in or near Valparaiso, Indiana, including 61 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Michigan City, Gary, Portage and Schererville.
- From Zao Island to Inman's Recreation Center, the Valparaiso area offers 79 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Bowling and Laser Tag.
- Just an hour from Chicago, Valparaiso, IN has a rich history with Potawatomi Indians and is located on the ancient trail from Detroit to Rock Island. The Battle of Valparaiso was fought in the town during the War of 1812 and there are many exhibits in the local museums to illustrate this past.
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Open to the public for cycling, walking, and jogging, The Riverwalk has a path that circles the St. Joseph River. One section of the path takes visitors over the river on a bridge.
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197 S East Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901
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Kankakee Model Railroad Club & Museum displays pieces that exhibit Kankakee's railroading history, including three different model train layouts of varying scale. They also have restored train cars such as a trolley, caboose, and a 1947 Pullman coach.
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Now the site of a park, Perry Farm is open from dawn to dusk all year. The park offers picnic areas, extensive orchards and flower gardens, a children's museum, and playgrounds.
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Accessible over a stone bridge or by boat, Miami Monkey Island covers five acres of land on the small island itself. Standard park features like children's playground equipment, picnic tables with grills, and a boat launch are available.
48.9 Miles
Focusing on water activities, Splash Valley Aquatic Park features youth, speed, tube and body water slides, a lazy river and a lap pool. The park also includes a cafe with deck, volleyball courts and a picnic area.
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3630 Tennis Ct, St. Joseph, MI 49085
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Opened in 1976, the South Shore Health & Racquet Club is a recreation center housed in an 85,000 square-foot facility. Several indoor and outdoor tennis courts, racquetball courts, and a modern fitness center are among the many amenities available.
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Founded in 1906, the Kankakee County Historical Society is one of the oldest historical societies in Illinois. It contains historical displays, provides education, and hosts events. The professionally designed support facilities include climate-controlled collection storage areas, and an archival library.
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5224 East Indiana Beach Road, Monticello, IN 47960
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Rides, a water park, and an adventure point are found at the Indiana Beach Amusement Resort. The Cornball Express roller-coaster which is in here was voted the nr 1 wooden roller coaster in the world, by Theme Park Critic. Lodging is available for those wishing to prolong their stay.
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The Indiana Beach Camp Resort has RV camping sites, tent camping sites, as well as cabins for rental. Playgrounds, picnic areas, a miniature golf course, and a marina are some of the amenities in here.