The Studebaker-Bendix Heritage Trail

The Studebaker-Bendix Heritage Trail takes you on a path highlighting some of South Bend’s influential titans of industry. Their successful endeavors employed thousands of people and impacted the community from the factories and homes they built to the churches they funded.

Directional signage throughout the city will help you navigate the trail. Watch for signs at each site indicating your stopping location. Driving the entire trail will take approximately 90 minutes. Allow additional time for stopping at museums, etc.

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South Bend Attractions

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Visit South Bend Mishawaka
Visit South Bend/Mishawaka provides unique experiences for Northern Indiana sports, arts and cultural heritage attractions and events, vibrant downtown riverfront communities and extensive outdoor recreation and shopping venues.

Visit Indiana
Indiana’s Official Travel Planning Source.

The City of Mishawaka
The City of Mishawaka, Indiana, located next to South Bend, is nestled along the meandering path of the St. Joseph River.

The City of South Bend
Experience South Bend, Indiana! South Bend is Northern Indiana's regional center for Arts, Education, Commerce and Medicine.

 

 

Things to Do

Downtown South Bend (DTSB)
With 70 shops, 52 restaurants, 20 arts and entertainment venues, 4 museums and an abundant number of outdoor parks and plazas, Downtown South Bend is the perfect destination from sophisticated urban experiences to exciting outdoor excursions.

The History Museum
The History Museum offers rotating gallery exhibits as well as the Oliver Mansion and Gardens.

Tippecanoe Place Restaurant
A tradition of over 100 years of fine dining at Tippecanoe Place! Tippecanoe Place inspires reminiscence of the charm and grace of yesteryear.

South Bend Chocolate Company
Sweet treats, coffee, and factory tours are available at The South Bend Chocolate Company.

South Bend Cubs
South Bend’s High-A Affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

Places to Stay

The Oliver Inn
Whether you are visiting South Bend for business or pleasure, The Oliver Inn Bed & Breakfast in South Bend is the perfect choice for comfort, relaxation, and modern amenities.