Location: Lafayette
Top Things to do in Lafayette
Top 10 Things to do in Lafayette, Indiana (IN)
Lafayette is part college town, part natural landscape and part lively urban center. Across the Wabash River in West Lafayette, Purdue University draws a diverse young student population to the city. A walking tour of downtown Lafayette reveals a historic core of Victorian architecture, unique shops and public art. Nature abounds in the city and area parks, including Columbian Park, the Celery Bog wetlands, the Jerry E. Clegg Botanical Garden along Wildcat Creek and Wolf Park in Battle Ground.
Restaurants in Lafayette
1. Exploration Acres
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By JoshB2218 - Lafayette, United States
My college students and I focused on 4 activities: the corn maze(s), the pumpkin patch, a fire pit for s'mores, and food (elephant ears, hot chocolate, etc.). Everything was terrific. There is great attention to detail and taking care of customers. We took a hayride to the pumpkin patch (which you can easily walk to instead, if you wish), and there's a wide range of sizes and types of pumpkins to pick and buy. It costs $20 to reserve a fire pit, but they provide the firewood and keep the fire going for you. When our group came out of the corn maze, the fire was ready to go and we were ready for s'mores. Oh, and the bathrooms are surprisingly nice!
2. Main Street Amusements
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Arcade featuring a variety of modern and classic pinball machines and arcade games, with a pinball repair shop
Reviewed By bobneuro - Defiance, United States
Parents visit - stopped in after dinner with freshman daughter and had absolute blast. Smiles across the board/. She asked us next night if we could return . Highly recommend to all parents visiting Purdue - Blast from past and fun end to dinners or stop to local bars : it’s a treat and surrounded by great bars and restaurants so easy for before or after fun
3. Climb Lafayette
4. Haan Museum of Indiana Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
**Please note that due to COVID-19, we are only open at specific dates and times for scheduled tours. Sign up for a tour at haanmuseum.org!** Take a tour of the Haan Museum, an art museum inside a 1904 World's Fair mansion! Enjoy looking at beautiful impressionist Indiana paintings, amazingly detailed Renaissance Revival furniture, and uniquely eccentric ceramics, all within a grand 15,000 square-foot mansion! The Haan Museum's collection includes work from T.C. Steele, William Forsyth and the rest of the Hoosier Group artists, Brown County Art Colony artists such as Adolph and Ada Shulz, Scott Frankenberger, Marvin Bartel, and many, many more famous Indiana artists. Artwork and furniture date from the 19th century to present day. Don't forget to check out our Sculpture Garden, bike trail, and nature trail to complete your Haan Museum experience!
Reviewed By 715carolg
My wife and I went to their special evening Christmas tour. It was our first visit there, but we will definitely be back again. Wonderful art, Christmas trees in every room, beautifully decorated for Christmas. They had several working model trains, complete with Lafayette buildings and winter scenes. We were given a personal tour by Bob Haan, who told us many great stories how he and Ellie renovated the home. Exquisite one of a kind furniture pieces. You have to see it to appreciate it. A great treasure in our home town with a world class history!
5. Sell It Here INC
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Sell It Here is Lafayette's largest upscale resale mall hosting hundreds of booths in a clean, climate controlled environment. You can find anything from old to new and in between. The main store is a mix and match of everything you could ever want while the Antique portion hosts many collectibles and vintage items. If you want a trip down memory lane, browse our diverse group of vendors and see what treasures you might find.
6. Mission: Breakout Lafayette
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
You have 60 minutes. Can you breakout? Mission: Breakout is an escape game adventure brought to life. Players are "locked" in a themed room and have to work together with other players to solve clues, to work on puzzles, and to find the key to breakout before time runs out! Think you've got what it takes? Give one of our three uniquely themed rooms a try. It's fun and addicting!
Reviewed By SaraClapp85
I think it is an important when looking at businesses to see that they are supporters of their community and surrounding area. Eric has gone above and beyond for our non profit in Montgomery County, donating several items to our silent auction. When a business owner is generous to those around him, it shows true character and I believe those are the businesses that should be supported. Thank you Eric for an awesome escape room experience as well as for your generosity to our silent auction.
7. Rugged Xscape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 311 reviews
Can you and your friends solve puzzles, find clues and escape our themed rooms in under 60 minutes using only your wit and problem solving skills? Escape rooms are the hottest entertainment phenomena that has been sweeping the globe. Great for parties, school trips, church functions, business team building, family fun or just a unique night on the town. Note - we highly recommend making a reservation on our website to ensure you get the time slot you want. While our hours are posted, we only take walk-ins on the weekend. All other slots must be pre-booked.
Reviewed By krisdang
This place is amazing!!! I've done two rooms now, the Bank Heist (with Cynthia as our game master) and The Morgue (with Misty as the game master). Both times were excellent and both game masters were fantastic. I cant wait to to back and do another one!!!
8. Merlin’s Beard
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Mnightin - Minneapolis, United States
Had a great time with my teenage son. Large tables with every board/card game you could imagine. Good food and good beer selection (also mixed drinks and wine). There were big groups of friends, date night couples and it would have been fine for a family too. Good pub style food - we had buffalo wings and nachos and a great chocolate shake. Played pandemic and Azul. They host tournaments and a standing D&D night. Plus it’s nice that underage people can be there along with people of legal drinking age - it can be hard in a college town to go out with a mixed group. The staff are very helpful, willing to guide you through games, help you select one for you, and answer questions as you play. Stop in - you won’t regret it!
9. Painting with a Twist
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
It's a little bit of paint, a little bit of wine and a whole lot of FUN in an entertaining upbeat atmosphere! Public classes, private parties and kids classes available. Perfect for birthday parties, date night, girls night out, team building bachelorette parties and more! Paint on canvas, wine glasses, wood boards and screens! No experience required. Follow along with a local artist!
Reviewed By Terirex - Lafayette, United States
We had a 12th birthday party for my daughter and 10 of her family and friends. We were in the party room at the back of the studio. The painting instructor was super fun and made sure the kids were having fun while they made their creations. She walked them through the steps, and they all had a blast and were excited about their paintings. We were able to keep the room for an extra 30 minutes for $25, which was perfect so we could let my daughter open gifts and serve cupcakes for the kids. Overall, we’d highly recommend hosting a birthday party here.
10. Bask Aroma
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By SusanH913 - Lafayette, United States
A great place for date night or family fun! Guests at Bask create and blend their own scents and pour their own candle or make their own room spray. Wine is served for those that enjoy a sip and the atmosphere is great for families, date night, girls night or groups ! Book your next office party at Bask! You won’t be disappointed.
