West Washington Travel Guide
South Bend
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Top hotels in West Washington
The Avanti Houses
"Avanti Guest House is just plain fun especially if you want to learn a little about the history of the Studebaker Avanti line of automobiles. Rooms all include a small refrigerator, a sink and toilet with a shared shower and bathroom down the hall. Rooms 6, 9 and 10 are closest to it. Because the ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Innisfree Bed & Breakfast
"This place is great overall. Owners were very nice and accommodating, breakfast was delicious, private free parking it was an experience for the books. If we come back to south bend we will be trying to stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Art and Lodging
"The kitchen had everything you would ever need to cook a meal, pantry space for goods and a full size fridge. There was complimentary coffee pods and some snacks which was nice. The parking was ample on the street during my stay. The rest of the house was beautiful but during this trip I was not ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Irish Lodge South Bend
"I wouldn’t select this lodge unless it was the last place in South Bend to stay a night in…poorly maintained, dirty, indifferent and clueless night staff. Stay away lone travelers."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Four Winds Casino South Bend
"Great hotel and casino! Everything met or exceeded my expectations."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Inn at Saint Mary's
"You could her a pin drop in the bathroom with the door closed. Rooms were mediocre."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Washington
Near Northwest
Near Northwest might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center 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.
East Bank Village
While East Bank Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.
Northshore Triangle
Northshore Triangle might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Keller Park
While Keller Park isn't home to many top sights, Roseland Town Park and Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes are some notable places to visit nearby.
