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Things to Do in South Bend

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Studebaker National Museum, Basilica of the Sacred Heart, History Museums, Arenas & Stadiums.
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Neo-Gothic landmark featuring intricate stained glass, a grand pipe organ, and traditional mass rituals. Highlights include Corinthian columns and symbolic incense.
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  • Vork Travel
    Saint Louis, MO337 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is awesome! The Studebaker and History Museum are within the same building, but they are two separate costs and experiences. We only had time for the Studebaker Museum, and it was amazing! It is really well done, and there is so much cool history to learn. Of course, there are tons of beautiful and interesting vehicles and artifacts to see! Highly recommend!
    Written 31 July 2024
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  • John T
    South Saint Paul, MN146 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Simply absolutely beautiful. It was obviously restored and the University did an excellent job in doing so. If you are visiting campus, it is a must do.
    Written 2 July 2024
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  • Ty A
    Cambridge, MA282 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Was there for game and it was exquisite! Nothing like a game at touchdown Jesus. Highly recommend. There is no holier site when it comes to football. Granted they’ve been up and down as as of late, but any game at Notre Dame is definitely a religious experience, no pun intended.
    Written 25 August 2024
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  • Bruce M.
    Harrow, Canada21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A tour of this place was include in the price of admission to the Studebaker museum. Starting off with a video of the history of the family who made their fortune making field plows and building this house to when the house was donated to the city. The house and all its furnishings were donated when the last surviving family member died at the age of 99. Everything which included their clothing, artworks, dishes, silverware, etc. was handed over to the city and museum. The house itself is quite impressive and the interior is very opulent. Words cannot adequately describe the many rooms and items on display. It has to be seen to be believed. If you only see one thing in South Bend, this is the place to see.
    Written 30 July 2024
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  • Lesley F
    30 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely stunning. If visiting Notre Dame for any reason it’s worth a quick stop. They ask for a $3 donation to replace candles if you use one.
    Written 17 July 2023
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  • drob1146
    Muskegon, MI6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    When we paid and asked a question we felt like we were interrupting the zoo staff. The zoo itself was okay. Made for an interesting day. I wish I could report a great view but unfortunately customer service is not what it use to be.
    Written 17 September 2024
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  • MrsPsPicks
    Butler, PA522 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My nephew’s wedding cocktail hour was held in the lobby… a spectacular venue! The reception was in the ballroom… also an amazing venue.
    Written 18 December 2023
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  • Sherry C
    Wadsworth485 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very nice ballpark and like most minor league teams, very family friendly. There is paid parking available, but we parked on the street for free and only had to walk a few blocks to the ballpark. (Well, one of us had to walk back to the car because one of our group thought we could take food (peanuts) into the park, and he was wrong.) There is a great playground for kids (ticket required) and also a splash pad that anyone can enjoy, and it was great since the temp the day we were there was very hot. Tickets are very reasonably priced for the games and the stadium is very clean. Lots of fun. Would have been more enjoyable if the Cubs won, but that wasn't the case.
    Written 28 July 2024
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  • Dec
    Glen Ellyn, IL5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cute classic diner counter in the market. We waited a bit longer then expected for our food given thr light crowd. However everything tasted good.
    Written 1 October 2022
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  • Nancy K
    South Bend, IN12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My Ohio family visited and had fun rafting at the East Race. It is very reasonably priced entertainment. It also enabled my grandchildren to spend time in the great outdoors.
    Written 7 September 2017
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  • bobbya
    Fort Wayne, IN53 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Snite Museum is no more..it is Raclin Museum....different location...be sure to check new address or you will waste yi=our time
    Written 8 March 2024
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  • Tim W
    Peru, IN397 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Compton Family Ice Arena is a great venue for hockey! I had not been to a Notre Dame hockey game since before this venue had opened and what a pleasant surprise it was for us. It starts with extremely easy parking that left us with a very short walk to the entrance of the facility. There is not a bad seat in the venue and you feel like you are right on the ice! This may have been because it was winter break at the university, but they invited all attendees to move to the lower section after the first period. That was just one of many nice touches by the staff at the game.
    Written 2 January 2023
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