The year 2015 is quickly coming to a close. Do you have plans for next year? Are there places in Indiana you want to make sure you visit next year? Maybe places you regret not getting to visit this year? Here is a bucket list with 16 different things to consider doing next year!
- Explore the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
childrensmuseum.org With five levels of interactive exhibits, you should plan to spend at least half a day at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
- Grab a bite to eat at Bloomington’s food scene
WikiMedia Commons Bloomington, with a population of nearly 200,000 people, has an incredibly diverse food scene. If you enjoy good food, you have to check this city out!
- Go cave exploring in the Marengo Cave
marengocave.com Marengo Cave, located in Marengo, is one of only four show caves in Indiana.
- Fall in love with the animals at Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park
tripadvisor.com via Denise H. Enjoy falling in love with over 300 animals at this Shipshewana animal park. They have a combination of both farm and exotic animals.
- Check out the Hostetler Hudson Auto Museum
tripadvisor.com via James A. This auto museum is a must visit for auto lovers in Indiana!
- Grab something to drink at the Oliver Winery
oliverwinery.com Oliver Winery started in the 1960s. It is a must visit in Bloomington for wine fanatics.
- Try your luck at winning some money at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino
tripadvisor.com via Shane G. Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, located in Shelbyville, is a Las Vegas-style gaming establishment. If you have any interest in the Las Vegas scene, it is a must visit!
- Fall in love with the animals at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo
WikiMedia Commons The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is a gorgeous zoo that was started in the 1960s.
- Admire the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Notre Dame
WikiMedia Commons The Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Notre Dame is a gorgeous Roman Catholic church on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
- Be amazed by the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
visitindiana.com The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum is a must visit automobile museum located in Auburn.
- Enjoy the Santa Claus family attractions
WikiMedia Commons The big lure in this family-centric town is Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari. If you love Christmas, you have to check out this cozy town!
- Spend the day at Conner Prairie
WikiMedia Commons Take a day trip to this premier interactive history park stretched across 800 acres in Fishers.
- Get lost at the Indy 500
WikiMedia Commons This Memorial Day weekend race in Indianapolis pumps adrenaline in many each and every year.
- Embrace some culture at the Nappanee’s Amish charm
amishcountry.org Nappanee is an incredible option for embracing and exploring the Amish culture.
- Go exploring at Turkey Run State Park
WikiMedia Commons Turkey Run is recognized as one of the best and most beautiful state parks in the entire Hoosier state. Have you been there yet?
- Enjoy the beach at the Indiana Dunes State Park
WikiMedia Commons Soak up the sun on the beach and watch Lake Michigan sparkle.
Did you do any of these this year? Do you plan on doing them next year? What do YOU have on your bucket list? Tell me in the comments section!
childrensmuseum.org
With five levels of interactive exhibits, you should plan to spend at least half a day at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
WikiMedia Commons
Bloomington, with a population of nearly 200,000 people, has an incredibly diverse food scene. If you enjoy good food, you have to check this city out!
marengocave.com
Marengo Cave, located in Marengo, is one of only four show caves in Indiana.
tripadvisor.com via Denise H.
Enjoy falling in love with over 300 animals at this Shipshewana animal park. They have a combination of both farm and exotic animals.
tripadvisor.com via James A.
This auto museum is a must visit for auto lovers in Indiana!
oliverwinery.com
Oliver Winery started in the 1960s. It is a must visit in Bloomington for wine fanatics.
tripadvisor.com via Shane G.
Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, located in Shelbyville, is a Las Vegas-style gaming establishment. If you have any interest in the Las Vegas scene, it is a must visit!
The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is a gorgeous zoo that was started in the 1960s.
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Notre Dame is a gorgeous Roman Catholic church on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
visitindiana.com
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum is a must visit automobile museum located in Auburn.
The big lure in this family-centric town is Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari. If you love Christmas, you have to check out this cozy town!
Take a day trip to this premier interactive history park stretched across 800 acres in Fishers.
This Memorial Day weekend race in Indianapolis pumps adrenaline in many each and every year.
amishcountry.org
Nappanee is an incredible option for embracing and exploring the Amish culture.
Turkey Run is recognized as one of the best and most beautiful state parks in the entire Hoosier state. Have you been there yet?
Soak up the sun on the beach and watch Lake Michigan sparkle.
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