Location: Michigan City
Top Things to do in Michigan City
What to do and see in Michigan City, Indiana (IN): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Michigan City is a city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. It is one of the two principal cities of the Michigan City-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Chicago-Naperville-Michigan City Combined Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Michigan City
1. Washington Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 364 reviews
Reviewed By Jonathangram - Adrian, United States
There are a number of activities to do in this area. It is a great spot if you’re visiting Michigan city. The pier and lighthouse is highly recommended, fishing out on the pier, splash pad, the park. Great place to take Family for the day.
2. Lighthouse & Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Jonathangram - Adrian, United States
Very unique experience in Michigan city. The pier and lighthouse is off of Michigan city Beach, where are you have a neat experience to go out on the pier to the lighthouse. Lotta fishing off of the pier as well. When we were there we were not able to go inside the lighthouse so I’m not sure there’s access for the public.
3. Stateline Blueberries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
35 Acre u-pick blueberry farm open July and August. Reasonable prices, follow up with a swim on lovely Lake Michigan beaches nearby. Great summer outing for the family! Family owned and operated since 1942.
Reviewed By X6085NHdebbiem - Glen Ellyn, United States
This is a fantastic family experience. This family owned farm has multiple varieties of blueberry bushes which ripen at different times so berries are plentiful. The web site is updated daily during picking season enabling planning to pick your favorites. Staff is available to direct everyone to the sweet, tart, large or small varieties that are ripe when you arrive. Buckets are provided for picking in two sizes. Bring a length of rope if you would like to wear the bucket for two handed picking! The best berries are not necessarily next to the parking lot - so be prepared to walk a bit as the farm is large! Fields and the rows are mowed for easy picking. Helpful hint - boxes to bring home are available - but bring your own Tupperware for easy storage on the ride home. Ready to purchase are limited available. Bushes have berries low enough for children to pick with ease. Fields are wide open so hat, sun screen and plenty of water are helpful. Picnic tables are available to bring a lunch, as well as a few porta potties, and a hand washing station. Also available are honey and syrup. For COVID - masks are not required. The farm is huge so it is very easy to socially distance while picking. During our visit everyone in line to purchase maintained a distance. Cost is per pound and very reasonable. No charge per person, only pay for what you pick!
4. Michigan City Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Blessedsky
A great beach for the family. Everything you need for a great day! One admission price to park, use the beach, and the kids play area. The boardwalk to the lighthouse is an added plus. The sunset is amazing from here. Washington Park Zoo is right across the street, and plenty of area to picnic and park.
5. Friendship Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
These historic gardens are inspired by the 1933 Century of Progress Fair in Chicago and cover land traced with trails used for hundreds of years by Native Americans. The grounds include 105 acres of trails through the woods and open spaces with gardens, a meadow, and Lake Lucerne. The Gardens are open Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. from May through the last weekend of October, and weekends in April and November from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. Thursdays are discount admission days for $5/person. Admission is $9 for ages 13 and over. Children 12 and under are free. Memberships are available for individuals or families. Friendship Botanic Gardens are accessed by walking earthen trails, sprawling, grassy meadows, and paved paths.
Reviewed By TripPhotographer52 - Cincinnati, United States
We were staying in Fennville, Michigan and I picked this place to meet my daughter and her family in Chicago which was about half way in between. We wanted to be outside in this coronavirus situation. Lucky, the weather cooperated. There was a reasonable fee - discount for my wife and I as senior citizens. There was also a set up for a wedding and reception and a lake we sat by. There are benches around which was also nice, or you can bring a blanket to sit on, if you wish. The landscape was well maintained. We did not hike, so cannot comment on that. The info said there was over 100 acres, so I assume you can wonder around and find many nice areas- more of less private, as you like.
6. Washington Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 258 reviews
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.
Reviewed By Jillyjillyjilly - Valparaiso, United States
It’s a nice inexpensive zoo to see lions, deer, wolves, monkeys, lemurs, peacocks, eagles, sea otters and more. The zoo is compact and easy to get around. Also there are some great scenic areas that you can see Lake Michigan and the beach from.
7. Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 492 reviews
Located 60 miles east of Chicago, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets offers a park-like, village setting and is easily accessible as a day trip from downtown Chicago, southwest Michigan and Fort Wayne. South Shore service is available daily via the South Shore Line from Chicago and South Bend. Local Shop & Stay Packages are also available.
Reviewed By nikndug - Edwardsburg, United States
Every year we shop this weekend for Veterans Day Deals. Great sales and lots of places to warm up!!!
