Couples Road Trips

• 1910 81st Ave #5344

Who doesn't love candy? Whether you're traveling with kids or without them, stop by Albanese Confectionery for some Midwest-made, World’s Best Gummies and Chocolates.

• 1100 N Mineral Springs Rd.

Indiana Dunes National Park is a treasure of diverse natural resources located within an urban setting. the park is comprised of more than 15,000 acres of dunes, oak savannas, swamps, bogs, marshes, prairies, rivers and forests. It contains fifteen miles of Lake Michigan shoreline spanning the…

• 345 S Van Buren St

Open-air market & livestock auction with hundreds of vendors selling crafts, clothes & Amish food.

• Four Winds Field

The South Bend Cubs are a Minor League Baseball team of the Midwest League and the High-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. They are located in South Bend, Indiana, and play their home games at Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium.

• 1 Stadium Plaza

A day at Steel Yard is non-stop fun, and that's even without the baseball! The RailCats promise a wide array of laugh-out-loud between-inning entertainment, great giveaways, jaw-dropping fireworks and a family-first, kid-friendly atmosphere.

• 5400 W. 29th Ave

Bringing the flavor of rock and roll to the masses. Enjoy a level of style, service, and signature hospitality. You'll love the way we set the tempo with the best in live music, sizzling entertainment, and exquisite dining.

• 10105 Auburn Park Dr

At DeBrand Fine Chocolates, you can experience an elegant and relaxing atmosphere while you enjoy fine chocolates made with only the highest quality ingredients. Have a taste of a gourmet hot chocolate or enjoy a decadent sundae topped with your choice of toppings, or one of the many other desserts…

• 1100 South Calhoun Street , IN

Surround yourself with nature at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory. This is one of the most serene places to stop on I-69 in Indiana, making it a perfect place to take a break after a few hours on the road. Visit the Showcase Garden with its lush seasonal displays, wander through the…

• 2 N. Salisbury Street

Grab a bite to eat at Triple XXX Family Restaurant! Open since 1929, Triple XXX serves burgers, root beer & other soda-fountain treats, plus breakfast all day.

• 119 E Lincolnway

Indiana Dunes Country is home to many fine dining options for a relaxing, time-to-reconnect dinner. Among favorite “date” restaurants is Don Quijote restaurant in Valparaiso, which serves authentic Spanish tapas and entrees.

• 3421 Cassopolis Street

The annual, award-winning Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail joins quilting, gardening and art into a one-of-a-kind event featuring super-sized hand-painted Quilt Murals and more than one million vibrant blooms in gigantic Quilt Gardens.

• Franke Park W Loop

Franke Park is turned into a spectacular winter wonderland at this drive-through event in Fort Wayne. With over 110 larger-than-life displays and 270,000 LED lights, as well as an interactive experience in the Pond Pavilion, the experience is better than ever!

Franke Park is turned into a spectacular winter wonderland at this drive-through event in Fort Wayne. With over 110 larger-than-life displays and 270,000 LED lights, as well as an interactive experience in the Pond Pavilion, the experience is better than ever!

• 6 On the Lake

The largest, free, drive-through light exhibit in the Midwest. Nearly 30 acres of decorations, 40 displays, 2 miles of extension cords, and millions of bulbs will be found. Lights will be on every evening!

• 500 S Greenlawn Ave

More than a million lights will be wrapped around trees and in free-standing displays at Potawatomi Zoo! Santa will be in the Red Barn every night from 6-8 pm. Timed tickets are required to be purchased online. No in-person ticket sales. Photo by @christiecolpaert on Instagram.

• 1011 N Main St

A ½-mile Promenade Pathway will transport you to a magical setting of lights, sound, and beauty. Featuring professional light displays accentuating the natural beauty of Wellfield, the Pathway is aglow with color and texture, framing the Garden spaces as you’ve never seen them before!

• 345 S Van Buren St

A mile and half-long drive-through with more than 2 million lights creating a symphony of colorful light scenes. When you arrive, tune your radio to the Christmas music broadcast and soak in the Christmas spirit!

• 54721 Burdette St.

Danny Boy Draft Works is a family-friendly South Bend pub located inside the Overlook Complex, near Notre Dame Campus. We are proud to feature 16 taps, 10 taps dedicated to our very own craft beers that are brewed at our location in Carmel, Indiana.

• Various Courses

Golf getaways are all about relaxation with just a touch of excitement, especially when doing the Pete Dye Golf Trail. Imagine golfing surrounded by some of the most stunning views in the state and then dining at a gourmet restaurant or checking out a local brewery or winery. After a wonderful day…

• 317-422-1556

This delightful winery offers free wine tastings (try their best-seller, rhubarb wine) and hosts regular events throughout the year, including a concert series at their amphitheater.

• 2605 N. Cataract Rd.

In 1952, Cagles Mill Lake was built as Indiana’s first flood control reservoir, protecting the Eel and White River watersheds. Mill Creek feeds the 1,400-acre lake and is home to beautiful Cataract Falls. These falls resulted from two pre-glacial bedrock ridges buried beneath ancient lake sediments…

• 979 S. Main St.

Ivanhoe's casual atmosphere will help you to relax and enjoy a meal with friends or family. Their menu offers sandwiches, meal-size salads, and our famous chicken salad. Treat yourself to dessert – you’ll have a difficult time making a selection from the menu of over 100 milkshakes and 100…

Discover how a small Midwestern city became a "modern architecture mecca"! The Columbus Architecture Tour includes over thirty significant structures and works of art in the city to learn about.

• 4000 N Michigan Rd

No romantic trip to Indianapolis would be complete without snapping a selfie in front of Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture at Newfields. Then, immerse yourselves in the dreamy shifting sounds and images of Monet & Friends in THE LUME followed by a walk through the outdoor gardens to see what’s…

• 4500 Dan Patch Circle

Harrah's Hoosier Park is a premier gaming, racing, dining and entertainment destination. All just minutes north of Indianapolis. Open 24/7, year-round.

• 212 S Water St

Lane Place was built for Henry S. Lane in 1845 in what is now called the Elston Grove Historic District. Lane lived continuously at Lane Place until he died in 1881.

• 418 Old State Rd 46

Join us at the Hard Truth Tours & Tastings Center for distillery and ATV tours, mixology classes, single barrel selection experiences, and guided tastings of Hard Truth spirits.

• 702 Virginia Ave

Warehouse-style tasting room of a craft spirits distillery with stone & brick walls & a fireplace.

• 13 S Baldwin St

Since opening in 2013, Taxman Brewing Company has continuously upped the ante on fine dining and locally-made beer. With their own award-winning Belgian-style brews, Taxman Brewing Company has nailed down what local beer fans are looking for: good food, character and a unique beer selection. It has…

• 5211 S. New Columbus Rd.

Indy Scream Park was created by some of the most brilliant minds in the haunted house industry on over 100 acres. It is a truly terrifying and unique experience that has drawn many to the Anderson area. Are you brave enough to visit?

• 127 S Illinois St

St. Elmo Steak House has served up delicious flavors for 100+ years. Voted as one of the best steakhouses in America, you won't want to miss their delicious steaks and incredible shrimp cocktail!

• 939 Poplar St

• 11404 Elliott Rd

Indiana doesn't have mountains, but we do have our hills, and a visit to this one will land you at Indiana's highest point. Read more.

• 4790 W. 16th St

Thirty-three drivers. 200 laps. 500 miles. One bottle of cold milk. The only thing missing from this magical Indianapolis 500 mix is you.

• 534 Virginia Ave

An Indianapolis brunch favorite, Milktooth is a fine diner in the historic Fletcher Place neighborhood of the city. Using local produce and agriculture, they serve world-inspired breakfast and lunch fare.

• 1 Sisters of Providence

From France, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin founded the Sisters of Providence and Saint Mary of the Woods College in Indiana in 1840. For her incredible life's work, she was canonized in St. Peter's Square in Rome in 2006 and bestowed the title of Saint. You can learn about her life and endeavors at…

• 19777 Morse Park Lane

Morse Reservoir is located about 20 miles north of downtown Indianapolis and is one of the premier lakes in the area. The 1500-acre body of water is encircled by beautiful homes, making it a unique boating experience. Relax for the day at Morse Park and Beach, found on the southern side of the…

• 3323 W. Dunlapsville Road

Brookville Lake is home to both Mounds SRA and Quakertown SRA and sits next to Whitewater Memorial State Park. Beyond its great boating opportunities and nationally known recreational and sport fishing, two great beaches make Brookville Lake an ideal family vacation spot. Check out Thistlethwaite…

• 405 W Main St

In downtown Plainfield, you'll find the Oasis Diner filled with retro decor. Your classic, vintage roadside diner, they serve American comfort food and homemade desserts and sodas!

• 455 Market Street, IN

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride returns this holiday season with service to the North Pole. This is the only licensed THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride event in the Greater Cincinnati, Dayton and Indianapolis areas. Tickets will sell out quickly! Don't miss the chance to share this holiday favorite with…

• Cambridge City

The family will love Christmas in downtown Cambridge City. Luminaries will set the stage for holiday spirit! Take a carriage ride or visit the s’mores bar. Shop local antique stores and gift shops for unique gifts, and support the small businesses and restaurants in town and more.

• Creitz Park

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday night during the Holiday Season enjoy a drive through the park aglow with thousands of holiday lights. Free Admission.

• 1200 W Washington St

Christmas at the Zoo has been voted in the top five of USA Today’s 10 Best Zoo Lights for three years in a row! Even more, lights are being added this year to fill the Zoo with a warm glow. Plus, the wintertime animals add to the atmosphere of holiday magic.

Homes and businesses all throughout Mooresville are decked out in the most amazing Christmas decorations. Take a tour through town and see them all! You can vote for your favorite Christmas light display online.

• 1698 E 42nd St

Indy's largest synchronized light show is returning with over 1 million lights at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Get ready to jam to some Christmas music played through your car stereo!

• 1 Monument Cir

Holiday explorers, shoppers, and foodies will be able to enjoy Circle of Lights® this holiday season as the Soldiers and Sailors Monument will be festively lit from Nov. 29 to Jan. 11, 2024.

• 422 N Jackson Pike

You won't want to miss this 60-acre drive-through light display in Harter Park! The Gift Shop, housed in the enclosed shelter house near the horse arena, will be open each Friday and Saturday of the Holiday Season

• 1200 North Minnetrista Parkway,

You won't want to miss this 60-acre drive-through light display in Harter Park! The Gift Shop, housed in the enclosed shelter house near the horse arena, will be open each Friday and Saturday of the Holiday Season

• 360 N. Home Avenue

Holiday light displays are a tradition at Jimmy Nash City Park. There is a sleigh near the Family Pavilion that you are welcome to use for photos.

• 10410 Hague Rd

Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve is the perfect place to take a break from driving. The park is approximately 127 acres. There are nine incredible nature trails totaling over 2 miles and are great for getting in some exercise on your drive. This preserve is one of the best spots around for bird…

Tempt your sweet tooth with delectable, locally-made chocolate specialties - everything from confections, donuts, brownies, and more. The highlight of the trail includes Abbott’s Candies, which has been making premium chocolates for more than 100 years. All you need to do to get started is to pick…

• 10942 S. 400 E.

Looking for something new and different? Try camping at the Madison County Winery and RV Park. Full hookups and drive-through sites. Located around our grape vines. Enjoy a glass of wine on the patio or inside where it's cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Only 10 minutes from the Hoosier…

• 7840 W 56th St

Explore the largest park in Indianapolis! With 3,900 acres of woods, meadows and ponds and 1,300 acres of reservoir, you can hike, fish, golf and even zip-line, to name just a few fun activities to enjoy at the park.

• 8670 West State Road 56

French Lick Resort is made up of two opulent hotels - French Lick Springs and West Baden Springs. Both have been beautifully and carefully restored to their original grandeur, yet are completely welcoming to today's travelers. French Lick Resort is full of fun with a casino, world-class golf…

• 411 SE Riverside Dr , IN

The Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science houses a permanent collection of more than 30,000 objects, including fine and decorative art, as well as historic, anthropological, and natural history artifacts. Over twenty temporary, regional and international exhibitions are displayed each year in…

• 2605 N Cataract Rd

Also, not too far off from I-70 is the largest waterfall in the state, Cataract Falls! Take a short hike to view the beautiful scenery, and be sure to stop at the General Store that's right nearby and has something for everyone.

• 421 NW Riverside Dr.

Bally's Evansville is a single-level casino that encompasses 45,000 square feet of gaming space featuring 1,175 slot games, over 30 table games, a Poker Room, and a High Limit Room. Accommodations include a 243-room hotel tower and a 95-room boutique hotel. The property showcases an ultramodern…

• 106 W 2nd St

Music fans have to visit the John Mellencamp Mural at The Old Guitar Music Store in his birthplace of Seymour, IN! The legend visited and signed the mural himself.

• 2nd Street, Adams Ave

• 22 NW 6th Street

Put a new, antiquated spin on your game nights at Arcademie. Because honestly, they just don’t make arcade games like they used to. With a dozen draughts and classic drinks to boot, you can master the art of the flipper on our timeless antique-style machines.

• 302 South College Avenue

Downtown Bloomington is full of fun things to do day and night, making it yet another one of the best places to stop on I-69 in Indiana. There are a variety of places for people of all ages and interests. Feeling hungry or thirsty? There are tons of restaurants and breweries to choose from. You can…