- TripBuzz found 76 things to do with kids in or near Valparaiso, Indiana, including 61 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Michigan City, Gary, Portage and Schererville.
- From Zao Island to Inman's Recreation Center, the Valparaiso area offers 79 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Bowling and Laser Tag.
- Just an hour from Chicago, Valparaiso, IN has a rich history with Potawatomi Indians and is located on the ancient trail from Detroit to Rock Island. The Battle of Valparaiso was fought in the town during the War of 1812 and there are many exhibits in the local museums to illustrate this past.
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With access to a beach and fishing pier, Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk is a popular location for activities and scenic views. It includes a 3,500 square foot public pavilion with restrooms, a snack bar and a meeting room.
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2590 Southlake Mall Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Offering RealD 3D technology, AMC Showplace Hobart 12 shows the latest indie and blockbuster films in its auditoriums. Its concession stand offers standard movie snacks like popcorn, in addition to chicken tenders and fruit flavored sodas.
12.7 Miles
Ogden Dunes Beach in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, is not a public beach. In order to visit the beautiful beach in the summer months, you will need to purchase a permit in the town. The mile-long beach is actually divided into two separate beaches: East Beach and West Beach.
12.7 Miles
West Beach, Indiana Dunes is a beach-side park featuring three looping walking trails. Visitors to the beach can swim (with lifeguards on duty in the summer,) go hiking or bird watching on one of the trails, or go fishing.
13.3 Miles
Bouncers, slides, wacky worlds, and all sorts of other inflatable obstacles are found at Funflatables. There is also a small children's area in here.
13.8 Miles
Gary Aquatorium is also known as Chanute Aquatorium. It is a flight museum honoring octave chanute and tuskegee airmen. The view of Lake Michigan is stunning here. The private garden on two levels is ideal for organizing events.
13.9 Miles
Guests can enjoy a recreational facility with a mix of architectural styles at the Marquette Park Pavillion. The pavilion is available to host special events and offers access to the natural areas at Marquette Park.
14.2 Miles
As one of most picturesque parks of Indiana, Marquette Park hosts an array of special events throughout the year. The stately historical pavilion and spacious park grounds offer rental spaces, a lagoon, hiking and biking trails, and beautiful views.
14.2 Miles
Gary Bathing Beach is a museum that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The facility is a museum of flight and features artifacts that honor Octave Chanute and the Tuskegee Airmen.
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Surrounded by a wetland forest, Miller Beach is set on Lake Michigan and has several dunes to climb. The parking lot is decorated by a graffiti artist and is often used for photo-ops.