Indiana Travel Guide: Explore the Best Parks, Historic Sites, and Hidden Gems
Discover Indiana with this Roam Your Home travel guide. Explore scenic lakeshore parks, historic landmarks, museums, and small-town destinations throughout the Hoosier State.
Discover Places to Explore
Looking for more places to explore? Browse all of our Roam Your Home articles about Indiana, including historic towns, museums, parks, and roadside attractions. From covered bridges to presidential history and outdoor adventures, discover some of the best things to do in Indiana.
Shades State Park
From rolling forests and quiet lakes to dramatic dunes along Lake Michigan, Indiana’s parks offer diverse landscapes and scenic outdoor escapes. Our featured Indiana park highlights one of the state’s most beautiful places to explore.
John Dillinger’s Grave
Indiana’s historic sites preserve stories of frontier life, early industry, and important moments in American history. Our featured Indiana historic site offers a closer look at one location that reflects the state’s rich heritage.
Best National Parks in Indiana
- George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
- Indiana Dunes National Park
- Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Top 5 Indiana State Parks
- Turkey Run State Park
- Shades State Park
- Clifty Falls State Park
- Charlestown State Park
- Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
Top 5 Indiana Museums
- Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
- Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
- Indiana State Museum in Indianapolis
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
- Studebaker National Museum in South Bend
Know Before You Roam: Inidana Quick Facts
- Largest City: Indianapolis
- High Point (Rank): Hoosier Hill 1,257 ft (44)
- Lowest Elevation: Ohio and Wasbash Rivers Confluence: 320 ft
- State Nickname: “Hoosier State”
- State Flower: Peony
- State Tree: Tulip Tree
- State Bird: Northern Cardinal
- State Fish: Largemouth Bass
Explore Indiana on the Roam Your Home Travel Map
Navigate Indiana with the Roam Your Home map.
Each pin marks a destination we’ve explored—from historic sites to scenic parks and cultural museums. Click a location to discover the story and start planning your Indiana adventure.