Swanson Park Travel Guide
South Bend
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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.
Notre Dame Stadium
Catch an event at Notre Dame Stadium during your trip to Notre Dame. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Swanson Park
Four Winds Casino South Bend
Bang for your buck
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
Beautiful room and hotel. Staff were great!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Inn at Saint Mary's
Hockey team
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Morris Inn
The staff was so kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Checkin/out was very easy. Love the rooms, really love the hot tub.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Motel 6 South Bend, IN - Mishawaka
Loud and sketchy scary guests. Avoid.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson Park
River Park
While River Park isn't home to many top sights, Potawatomi Zoo and South Bend Regional Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.
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 South Bend Regional Museum of Art and Morris Performing Arts Center.
