Jay & Elisa’s Michigan City Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Washington Park Zoo was founded in 1928, encompasses 15 acres on a hilly sand dune close to the lake, and is home to more than 200 animals. It is owned and operated by the City of Michigan City, Indiana.
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Zoológico de Washington Park
115 Lake Shore DrThe Washington Park Zoo was founded in 1928, encompasses 15 acres on a hilly sand dune close to the lake, and is home to more than 200 animals. It is owned and operated by the City of Michigan City, Indiana.
The only lighthouse museum in Indiana
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Old Lighthouse Museum
100 Washington StThe only lighthouse museum in Indiana
The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has long been considered a national treasure, but it gained even more recognition when it became a national park in 2019. Along with miles of Lake Michigan beaches and shoreline, this 15,000-acre haven offers wonderful ways to get out and enjoy nature. Inland from the lake, discover woodlands, rivers, bogs, and rich wetlands that are home to more than 350 species of birds, making this area one of the top birding spots in the nation, particularly in spring and fall.
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Parque Nacional de las Dunas de Indiana
1215 North State Road 49The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has long been considered a national treasure, but it gained even more recognition when it became a national park in 2019. Along with miles of Lake Michigan beaches and shoreline, this 15,000-acre haven offers wonderful ways to get out and enjoy nature. Inland from the lake, discover woodlands, rivers, bogs, and rich wetlands that are home to more than 350 species of birds, making this area one of the top birding spots in the nation, particularly in spring and fall.
A tour of this elaborate 1857 mansion brings to life turn-of-the-century Michigan City and reveals the wealth and extravagance of the Gilded Age when it was built.
Modeled after an English manor house, the home is filled with art and opulent décor that complement the story of John H. Barker, a railroad industrialist and philanthropist, who lived there with his family.
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Barker Mansion
631 Washington StA tour of this elaborate 1857 mansion brings to life turn-of-the-century Michigan City and reveals the wealth and extravagance of the Gilded Age when it was built.
Modeled after an English manor house, the home is filled with art and opulent décor that complement the story of John H. Barker, a railroad industrialist and philanthropist, who lived there with his family.
Fun:
Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa is the region’s ultimate live entertainment destination, featuring everything from local bands to A-list entertainment, your favorite acts from yesteryear, hilarious comedy acts and more.
they also offer a 10,000-square-foot spa, salon and fitness center — spa blu — it's the perfect retreat where relaxation and rejuvenation come together in a luxurious destination
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Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa
777 Blue Chip DrBlue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa is the region’s ultimate live entertainment destination, featuring everything from local bands to A-list entertainment, your favorite acts from yesteryear, hilarious comedy acts and more.
they also offer a 10,000-square-foot spa, salon and fitness center — spa blu — it's the perfect retreat where relaxation and rejuvenation come together in a luxurious destination
Explore the majestic shores of the Great Lakes with Harbor Country Adventures. Whether by land or by sea, we create unique experiences for our guests that satisfy their taste for adventure. Step aboard the Emita II for a unique 2 hour excursion that tells the story of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area.
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Harbor Country Adventures
200 Heisman HarborExplore the majestic shores of the Great Lakes with Harbor Country Adventures. Whether by land or by sea, we create unique experiences for our guests that satisfy their taste for adventure. Step aboard the Emita II for a unique 2 hour excursion that tells the story of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area.
Prepare to be swept up in the excitement as you experience our action-packed games, sizzling nightlife and one-of-a-kind entertainment. Lose yourself in our luxurious hotel, enjoy headliner entertainment, indulge in our sensational restaurants, and bask in the beautiful Lake Michigan setting while experiencing the region's most attentive service.
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Four Winds Casino
11111 Wilson RdPrepare to be swept up in the excitement as you experience our action-packed games, sizzling nightlife and one-of-a-kind entertainment. Lose yourself in our luxurious hotel, enjoy headliner entertainment, indulge in our sensational restaurants, and bask in the beautiful Lake Michigan setting while experiencing the region's most attentive service.
Michigan City’s premier bar & restaurant destination is conveniently located near the marina, beach, outlet mall and casino boat. Matey’s offers quality food with great prices so you’ll never leave hungry. The multiple attractions with different atmospheres allows you to barhop without leaving the parking lot. Our service is second to none.
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Mateys Restaurant
110 Franklin StMichigan City’s premier bar & restaurant destination is conveniently located near the marina, beach, outlet mall and casino boat. Matey’s offers quality food with great prices so you’ll never leave hungry. The multiple attractions with different atmospheres allows you to barhop without leaving the parking lot. Our service is second to none.
Food scene
Enjoy a rustic family dining experience in the restaurant, or a cozy cocktail in the steak house bar with fireplace. Specializing in steaks (8 to 24 oz.), chops, chicken, ribs and more!
Live bands on Fri and Sat in the lounge. Tue buy one get one free dinner. Wed all you can eat perch
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Galveston Steakhouse
10 Commerce SquareEnjoy a rustic family dining experience in the restaurant, or a cozy cocktail in the steak house bar with fireplace. Specializing in steaks (8 to 24 oz.), chops, chicken, ribs and more!
Live bands on Fri and Sat in the lounge. Tue buy one get one free dinner. Wed all you can eat perch
A fun, casual, family oriented restaurant near the riverboat casino and the outlet mall. Enjoy seafood, salads and sandwiches while watching boats and the rotating Amtrak bridge.
Call for entertainment schedule.
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Bridges Waterside Grille
508 E 2nd StA fun, casual, family oriented restaurant near the riverboat casino and the outlet mall. Enjoy seafood, salads and sandwiches while watching boats and the rotating Amtrak bridge.
Call for entertainment schedule.
Awesome local restaurant serving hearty burgers with varied toppings plus fries & onion rings.
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Royale
827 Franklin StAwesome local restaurant serving hearty burgers with varied toppings plus fries & onion rings.
Blind Pig has a casual atmosphere with southern inspired food from fried green tomatoes to a blackened chicken sandwich. With a 48' bar, customers are able to enjoy local craft beer, specialty cocktails, and variety of wine.
Featuring an amazing outdoor patio
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Blind Pig Tavern & Grill
3103 US-12Blind Pig has a casual atmosphere with southern inspired food from fried green tomatoes to a blackened chicken sandwich. With a 48' bar, customers are able to enjoy local craft beer, specialty cocktails, and variety of wine.
Featuring an amazing outdoor patio
Cool Runnings Restaurant & Bar, the Caribbean Experience of the Beaches, provides you with the best authentic Caribbean cuisine, spanning the islands from Jamaica to Trinidad to Barbados and beyond.
Notorious for our Jerk Chicken, Oxtail and Curry Goat, you will enjoy our mouth-watering menu of Caribbean flavors across the board, complimented by our paired wines, or our selection of Caribbean Rums, Beers, and Caribbean specialty juices & sodas.
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Cool Runnings Jamaican Restaurant
501 Center StCool Runnings Restaurant & Bar, the Caribbean Experience of the Beaches, provides you with the best authentic Caribbean cuisine, spanning the islands from Jamaica to Trinidad to Barbados and beyond.
Notorious for our Jerk Chicken, Oxtail and Curry Goat, you will enjoy our mouth-watering menu of Caribbean flavors across the board, complimented by our paired wines, or our selection of Caribbean Rums, Beers, and Caribbean specialty juices & sodas.
Local Breweries
Relax and enjoy the journey at Zorn Brew Works Co. Serving exceptional craft beers in a cherished piece of history.
Zorn brew Works Co. offers 24 craft beers on tap and delicious light pub fare ranging from small bites to sandwiches and flatbreads in a smoke-free atmosphere. The taproom is open 7 days a week, scheduled live music and features a dog friendly patio with firepits (weather permitting). All college/pro games on tv every day. Come get a great taste today!
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Zorn Brew Works Co.
605 E 9th StRelax and enjoy the journey at Zorn Brew Works Co. Serving exceptional craft beers in a cherished piece of history.
Zorn brew Works Co. offers 24 craft beers on tap and delicious light pub fare ranging from small bites to sandwiches and flatbreads in a smoke-free atmosphere. The taproom is open 7 days a week, scheduled live music and features a dog friendly patio with firepits (weather permitting). All college/pro games on tv every day. Come get a great taste today!
Located near the stunning shores of Lake Michigan, we offer a rotating selection of 12 hand crafted, award-winning beers as well as an innovative, eclectic menu. Come unwind in our beer garden, featuring outdoor dining and entertainment. Enjoy our warm, family friendly environment in a beautiful brewpub setting. Sit back, relax, cheers!
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Shoreline Brewery & Restaurant
208 Wabash StLocated near the stunning shores of Lake Michigan, we offer a rotating selection of 12 hand crafted, award-winning beers as well as an innovative, eclectic menu. Come unwind in our beer garden, featuring outdoor dining and entertainment. Enjoy our warm, family friendly environment in a beautiful brewpub setting. Sit back, relax, cheers!
t this hip gastropub in the Uptown Arts District, match delicacies such as hangar steak, lamb chops or their special LPH burger that blends short rib, brisket, and chuck with a craft beer from one of many Northern Indiana breweries.
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Leeds Public House
401 Franklin Stt this hip gastropub in the Uptown Arts District, match delicacies such as hangar steak, lamb chops or their special LPH burger that blends short rib, brisket, and chuck with a craft beer from one of many Northern Indiana breweries.
Great craft beers with “fun-tastic” names and labels rule at this microbrewery, where you can pull up a seat or carry out growlers, bottles, cans of top picks such as Farmaceutical, a light farmhouse-style brew, or Alky Seltzer, a hard seltzer with huckleberry and hibiscus. From pale ales to Irish stout and a changing array of seasonal brews, this classic establishment also offers a rotating snack food menu of pretzels and cheese, hummus, and more.
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Burn 'Em Brewing
718 Freyer RdGreat craft beers with “fun-tastic” names and labels rule at this microbrewery, where you can pull up a seat or carry out growlers, bottles, cans of top picks such as Farmaceutical, a light farmhouse-style brew, or Alky Seltzer, a hard seltzer with huckleberry and hibiscus. From pale ales to Irish stout and a changing array of seasonal brews, this classic establishment also offers a rotating snack food menu of pretzels and cheese, hummus, and more.
Shopping:
Fit for the most avid shoppers, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets boast the best brands at bargain prices.
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Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
601 Wabash StFit for the most avid shoppers, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets boast the best brands at bargain prices.
Wineries
Taste, relax and enjoy our award-winning wines vinted and bottled in our winery.
Custom-crafted wines, delicious food, friendly tastings, and a casual, welcoming atmosphere distinguish this destination winery near Lake Michigan’s southern shore.
The Anderson family, consisting of siblings and spouses, creates their wine on the premises using grapes harvested from area vineyards. The gleaming, modern facility with soaring ceilings is situated on 20 expansive acres and invites tasting and lingering on patios, covered porches and around cozy fireplaces. In the winery’s tasting rooms, visitors enjoy trying different varieties and learning the background and composition of the vintages.
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Shady Creek Winery
2030 Tryon RdTaste, relax and enjoy our award-winning wines vinted and bottled in our winery.
Custom-crafted wines, delicious food, friendly tastings, and a casual, welcoming atmosphere distinguish this destination winery near Lake Michigan’s southern shore.
The Anderson family, consisting of siblings and spouses, creates their wine on the premises using grapes harvested from area vineyards. The gleaming, modern facility with soaring ceilings is situated on 20 expansive acres and invites tasting and lingering on patios, covered porches and around cozy fireplaces. In the winery’s tasting rooms, visitors enjoy trying different varieties and learning the background and composition of the vintages.
LIVE MUSIC
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons
2 pm - 5 pm
Enjoy Anderson's with good music, good friends and good wine.
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Anderson's Winery and Vineyard
430 E U.S. Hwy 6LIVE MUSIC
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons
2 pm - 5 pm
Enjoy Anderson's with good music, good friends and good wine.