- Our list of the best things to do in Michigan City, Indiana, features the top 91 nearby activities — including 35 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Michigan City, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Michigan City, IN , followed by 72 popular activities in nearby cities, including Valparaiso, New Buffalo, Gary, Chesterton, Portage, LaPorte, Michigan City and Hobart
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Teachers offer instructions on how to recreate a painting during courses at studio and venues throughout the city; drinks not included
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Escape to Shady Creek Winery on the southern shore of Lake Michigan to enjoy custom-crafted wines next to rustic fireplaces or out on the expansive patio. Also featuring local artists, live music and wedding or private party accommodations.
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53 votes
9957 North Frontage Road, Michigan City, IN 46360
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Stateline Blueberries is a 35 acre family owned and operated u-pick blueberry farm. Nine varieties of blueberries that ripen throughout the growing season ensure a long June to August harvest. Blueberry blossom honey, jam and syrup are also for sale.
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285 votes
602 Wabash Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
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With more than 120 stores, the Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets is a conveniently located shopping experience between Chicago, Fort Wayne and southwest Michigan. Brand names and great prices highlight this retail therapy attraction.
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The 140-acre Washington Park is located on Lake Michigan's south shore. Featuring two miles of beach, the Oasis Splash Park, a marina, public fishing, boat launches, picnic shelters, concessions, and even a zoo, this is one of the most popular parks in northern Indiana. During the holidays, the park is transfor…
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Known as the 'House that Freight Cars Built', the Barker Mansion preserves the legacy of a founding father of the rail car industry, John H. Baker. Featuring space for private events, guided tours to experience the period opulence, and a schoolroom tour.
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67 votes
1 Washington Park Marina, Michigan City, IN 46361
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The only lighthouse in the state of Indiana is the Old Lighthouse Museum in Michigan City. See exhibits detailing Lake Michigan shipwrecks, climb the lantern tower and discover maritime history from the 1800's.
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Experience a little bit of Vegas right here in the Midwest at the Blue Chip Casino. This full-service casino serves all your gaming needs, features a two tower hotel, spa and event center.
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While visiting the beach and park along Lake Michigan, you can also enjoy a visit to Washington Park Zoo, which first opened in 1928. The 15-acre zoo houses more than 90 species in exhibits like alligators, wolves, tigers and more. A 70-foot-tall stone observation tower, which can be climbed with 220 steps. The…
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With exhibits ranging from nature documentaries to post-modern art, the Lubeznik Center for the Arts also hosts special events and priva6te galleries.
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Walnut Ink Projects is an art gallery that was founded in 2010 and features live workspace, retail merchandise, and event rentals. The gallery holds a variety of workshops including snowboard works and textile workshops.