Downtown South Bend
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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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown South Bend
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
The room was absolutely amazing, the view was breathtaking, and the atmosphere within the entire hotel made it feel as if it were a city within the city. Absolutely amazing! I wish there were a free continental breakfast as well, and a bathtub shower combo instead of a shower with a door that kept ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Aloft South Bend
The survey says the breakfast was free, however, the desk clerk did not say so upon check in. So we went down the street to a cafe.
Reviewed on 28 Nov, 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
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
Spotless room and Crystal at the front desk was awesome to handle some changes to my reservation during my stay.
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
La Quinta Suites by Wyndham South Bend Notre Dame Area
Room and whole hotel was spotless and staff is great!
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Four Winds Casino South Bend
The hotel and the room were very clean. Staff were very nice and friendly. Lots of parking.
Reviewed on 14 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 The History Museum and Four Winds Field 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 The History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
