West Washington

South Bend

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.
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

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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 P3,843 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P3,843
P6,452 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
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! (85 reviews)
Room is unique but bed is comfortable.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

The Avanti Houses
Art and Lodging

Art and Lodging

2 out of 5
1012 W Washington St South Bend IN
The price is P4,005 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
P4,005
P4,606 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Immediate neighborhood great, surrounding areas not as safe

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Art and Lodging
Four Winds Casino South Bend

Four Winds Casino South Bend

3 out of 5
3000 Prairie Ave South Bend IN
The price is P4,718 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
P4,718
P5,897 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (801 reviews)
Spotless room and service was great

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Four Winds Casino South Bend
The Inn at Saint Mary's

The Inn at Saint Mary's

3.5 out of 5
53993 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is P5,620 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
P5,620
P6,464 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,135 reviews)
Everything was fine, fairly average.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

The Inn at Saint Mary's
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

3 out of 5
3800 N Main St Mishawaka IN
The price is P4,815 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P4,815
P5,537 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Mishawaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Everything was great! The 2 king beds 2 bathroom bedroom suite was pretty big. Service was excellent!

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
Morris Inn

Morris Inn

4 out of 5
1399 Notre Dame Avenue South Bend IN
The price is P9,332 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P9,332
P10,732 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Comfortable, clean room and amazing service in a very peaceful setting.

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Morris Inn
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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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.

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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.

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 Roseland Town Park and Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Keller Park

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