13 Things To Do In Indiana When You Thought You’ve Done Everything

Discover 13 unique and exciting activities to do in Indiana beyond the usual tourist spots.

You've been to the Indianapolis 500 and checked out the Indiana Dunes. You loved the Children's Museum and had a blast at Holiday World and Splashin' Safari. So what else is there to do? If you're beginning to feel like you've done just about everything there is to do in Indiana, then read on for 13 unique things to do in Indiana when you thought you've done everything. We know you will LOVE these options!

1. Go glamping

Not up for pitching a tent in the middle of nowhere, but love the beauty of nature? Compromise by combining the outdoors with the modern comforts of home at the Mary Rose Herb Farm & Retreat where you can rent out a yurt packed full of amenities. You will find it at 23112 Cattail Rd, Bristow, IN 47515.

2. Play in a treehouse

This incredible treehouse at Conner Prairie is the perfect place to let kids (and kids at heart) go crazy with creativity. Enjoy crafts, making music, and checking out every inch of this awesome treehouse. Find it at 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038.

3. Stay in a floating cabin

Enjoy a night or weekend on the water in these awesome, unique floating cabins. Wake up to the beauty of Patoka Lake every morning. Check them out at 2991 N Dillard Rd, Birdseye, IN 47513.

4. Take a ride on the wine train

Enjoy a scenic train ride, incredible German food, local chocolate, and of course, lots of wine on the Spirit of Jasper Excursion Train! You can climb aboard at 201 Mill Street, Jasper, IN 47546.

5. Take a walk on the wild side

If you love animals, then you'll love the Exotic Feline Rescue Center. Not only do they have over 200 large cats to check out, they also offer an amazing overnight experience. You can visit them at 2221 E Ashboro Rd, Center Point, IN 47840.

6. Unwind in a salt cave

Every day stress getting you down? Unwind and help heal your body at the soothing The Cave On The Square. You'll relax in a salt cave sauna where you breathe in salt-infused air, helping to clear your body and mind. Find out more with a welcome visit at 108 N Buffalo St, Warsaw, Indiana.

7. Seek adventure at a castle

Step back in time to the medieval period at the amazing Clayshire Castle in Indiana. Stay overnight and enjoy jousting, royal dinners, music, a giant sized chess board, and much more. Get the full scoop when you visit at 8780 East County Road 75 N

Bowling Green, Indiana 47833.

8. Get up close with elephants at the Wilstem Wildlife Park

What would you do for the opportunity to see and even touch an elephant up close? The Wilstem Wildlife Park offers different elephant experiences including one where you actually help bathe them. Check them out at 4229 W US Highway 150, Paoli, IN 47454.

9. See a million year old piece of history

Jug Rock is an incredible ecological wonder that few Hoosiers know about. This massive collection of freestanding rocks formed over 200 million years ago and stands 20 feet wide by 60 feet tall. It is one of the most unique places in Indiana, and find you will find it off of Albright Ln, Shoals, IN 47581.

10. Experience a treetop adventure

Rum Village Park is hiding an incredible secret: a park high above the treetops! Enjoy treetop trails, ziplines, and a variety of different level courses at this hidden gem. Get your treetop adventure on at 2626 S Gertrude St, South Bend, IN 46614.

11. Enjoy a fall foliage scenic train ride

Check out the stunning colors of fall in southern Indiana during this epic, leisurely train ride aboard the French Lick Scenic Railway. You will find the railway at 1 Monon Dr, French Lick, IN 47432.

12. Get interactive at this living history museum

This incredible little village offers Hoosiers an amazing glimpse into Swiss life over a century ago at the Swiss Heritage Village & Museum. Enjoy touring traditional Swiss structures, learning Swiss crafts, and even playing Swiss games. Head on over to enjoy it at 1200 Swiss Way Box 88, Berne, Indiana.

13. Explore an abandoned theme park island

Check out Rose Island (accessible from Charlestown State Park) to uncover the fascinating remains of a former amusement park. Bring your camera for this trip as you uncover how beautifully nature has reclaimed this amazing spot. It is located at 12500 Indiana 62, Charlestown, IN 47111.

We bet you didn't know you could have this much fun in the Hoosier State! How many of these hidden gems in Indiana have you visited?

For more things to do, be sure to check out these 21 unique places in Indiana.

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