Downtown South Bend Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown South Bend
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
Great
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott South Bend Downtown
Enjoyed thectv soze and wall bracket made it movable. The staff was super courteous. Ibwould stay there again
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Aloft South Bend
The elevators really need work. They were loud and shaky. Other than that our stay was great. Room were nice and staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
Staff were courteous. Building as a whole and our room, in particular, were clean and spacious. I was truly astonished about how terrific and what a great value the Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend was! When I return to the South Bend area, I will like to stay here again!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
La Quinta Suites by Wyndham South Bend Notre Dame Area
It was ok
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Motel 6 South Bend, IN - Mishawaka
Shower curtain was old and room was small
Reviewed on 3 Nov 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.
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.
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.
