Downtown South Bend Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown South Bend
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Century Center Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Century Center Convention Center during your trip to South Bend. Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.
Our pick of the best Downtown South Bend Hotel Deals
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
This is the second time staying at doubletree it fit all our needs and we felt safe and secure we will keep doubletree at the top of our list
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Aloft South Bend
It was a great experience and I will be going back staff friendly and very professional thank u
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott South Bend Downtown
It was easy to navigate. Was on the pricier side due to the ND game. Would return. Only suggestion is change the bathrooms. The one glass door concept isn’t pleasing and tends to flood the bathroom. Also the rusty soap tray wasn’t necessary in the shower.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Four Winds Casino South Bend
Room was spotless and staff on their game. The only suggestion we have is to provide scooters on site for those who need them. We were unaware until check in that they had to be reserved in advance. It was our first trip there and living in northeast Ohio with access to about 5 different casinos, ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
The Inn at Saint Mary's
Great staff. Comfy bed.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
La Quinta Suites by Wyndham South Bend Notre Dame Area
Hotel was clean, breakfast had options and employees were very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown South Bend
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.
West Washington
West Washington might not have many top sights, but Four Winds Field and South Bend Civic Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Near Northwest
Near Northwest might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and The History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
