Near Northwest Travel Guide
South Bend
Visit Near Northwest
Popular places to visit
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.
Potawatomi Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your holiday in South Bend? Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
South Bend Civic Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at South Bend Civic Theater during your trip to South Bend. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Near Northwest
Irish Lodge South Bend
"The staff was great. Elevator 1 of 2 was out of order. Back door key entry was out of order. The pool was EMPTY. Breakfast was very limited - Pretty much just a bagel and apples. Bed wasn't comfortable. Cheap rate though."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Four Winds Casino South Bend
"Staff was amazing and went above and beyond for the conference I was attending as a vendor. Very clean and rooms were spacious as well as clean. Walls are a little thin but still very nice!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Inn at Saint Mary's
"The hotel was beautiful. The staff was great to me helping me out with everything took me to the things I needed to go to for the funeral home and the funeral. They picked me up and I would say there and again in a heartbeat thank you so much."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Morris Inn
"We loved this hotel. We visited Notre Dame for a football camp and the hotel was absolutely wonderful. Big rooms, proximate to everything, clean, great food, wonderful service."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
"Everyone on staff was helpful."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
"Very friendly staff, very clean facilities."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Near Northwest
Northeast South Bend
Though Northeast South Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Compton Family Ice Arena and Morris Performing Arts Center.
Wooded Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Wooded Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium.
Harters Heights
Harters Heights might not have many top sights, but Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown South Bend
While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.
River Park
While River Park isn't home to many top sights, Potawatomi Zoo and Notre Dame Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
