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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 a house, heritage elements and interior views
The History Museum featuring a house, heritage elements and interior views
The History Museum featuring a house, interior views and heritage elements

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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 featuring wildflowers, a garden and heritage architecture

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 interior views and heritage elements

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 which includes 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 showing 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

Top hotels in West Washington

The Avanti Houses

The Avanti Houses

3 out of 5
900 Thomas St South Bend IN
The price is P4,144 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
P4,144
P6,829 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
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 Feb 22, 2026

The Avanti Houses
Innisfree Bed & Breakfast

Innisfree Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
702 W Colfax Ave South Bend IN
Stay at this B&B in South Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
Stephanie was a WONDERFUL host!! The experience was warm and inviting thanks to her energy. We will be returning!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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Innisfree Bed & Breakfast
Four Winds Casino South Bend

Four Winds Casino South Bend

3 out of 5
3000 Prairie Ave South Bend IN
The price is P6,518 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
P6,518
P8,148 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (881 reviews)
Clean rooms, great breakfast at edgewater, won at the casino!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Four Winds Casino South Bend
Larkspur Landing South Bend

Larkspur Landing South Bend

2.5 out of 5
52709 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is P4,524 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
P4,524
P5,202 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (1,001 reviews)
The pool was closed

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Larkspur Landing South Bend
Morris Inn

Morris Inn

4 out of 5
1399 Notre Dame Avenue South Bend IN
The price is P9,634 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P9,634
P11,079 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
Amazing time at Morris Inn, beautiful, clean , excellent

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Morris Inn
Doubletree Hotel South Bend

Doubletree Hotel South Bend

4 out of 5
123 N Dr. Martin Luther King BLVD South Bend IN
The price is P7,306 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P7,306
P8,402 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Under construction, No pool, broken elevator Just needs some TLC Staff was amazing

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Doubletree Hotel South Bend
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Other neighbourhoods 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 Morris Performing Arts Center.

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 Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.

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 Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes and Basilica of the Sacred Heart.

Keller Park

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