If you’re seeking the perfect small Indiana town to explore this weekend, you ought to consider the absolutely gorgeous town of Culver. Situated right on Lake Maxinkuckee, there’s so much to do here that we think it’s the ideal Indiana getaway.

Culver might just be Indiana’s friendliest small town.

Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr First things first: On the morning of day one, pick up some breakfast at the famed Culver Coffee Company. It’s the #1 café in Culver for a reason! After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll down Main Street.

Kill a few hours browsing the unique shops and stores downtown.

Mediaryte/Flickr We suggest stopping in at Main Street Studio and Jonathan’s Fine Art & Antiques to get your art fix. You could spend hours lost in Culver’s #1 antique shop!

Have lunch at the Lakehouse Grille on Lake Shore Drive, and top it off with a root beer float from The Original Root Beer Stand.

Rick Pecoraro/Flickr These aren’t your only choices, of course- there’s plenty of local spots to choose from. One could spend their entire Saturday simply browsing Main Street and Lake Shore Drive. They’re chock-full of shops and things to see!

Spend the night at the famous Culver Cottage Bed & Breakfast, which you’ll stumble upon while strolling Main Street.

The Culver Cottage This bed and breakfast has an at-home vibe and a warm, cozy atmosphere. We think you’ll love it; it truly encapsulates the spirit of Culver.

Wake up on day two and prepare to spend a whole day at Lake Maxinkuckee.

Stephen A. Wolfe/Flickr This gorgeous lake is the second-largest in Indiana, and there are so many activities to choose from that it’s hard to pick just a few! Boating, fishing, hiking, walking, swimming - there’s something for everyone at this awesome lake.

Rent a boat and sail the day away, stopping only to picnic on the blissful shore.

Caleb Dorfman/Flickr If boat rental isn’t your thing, you can also simply hit the beach and lounge. What’s better than a day at the beach? The beaches in Culver are going to be a little more low-key than a busy day by the sea. It’s perfect for relaxation!

Once you’ve had your fill of the water, check out the Culver-Union Township Public Library.

Chris Huffman/Flickr There are almost always fun activities going on for every member of the family. The library acts as a hub for the community, offering plenty of resources for both citizens and visitors.

Finish out your exciting (and maybe a little exhausting) second day of exploration by enjoying dinner at Culver’s famous Papa’s restaurant. There are rumors that Papa’s has the best pizza in Indiana. Do they, though? That’s up to you!

Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr

First things first: On the morning of day one, pick up some breakfast at the famed Culver Coffee Company. It’s the #1 café in Culver for a reason! After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll down Main Street.

Mediaryte/Flickr

We suggest stopping in at Main Street Studio and Jonathan’s Fine Art & Antiques to get your art fix. You could spend hours lost in Culver’s #1 antique shop!

Rick Pecoraro/Flickr

These aren’t your only choices, of course- there’s plenty of local spots to choose from. One could spend their entire Saturday simply browsing Main Street and Lake Shore Drive. They’re chock-full of shops and things to see!

The Culver Cottage

This bed and breakfast has an at-home vibe and a warm, cozy atmosphere. We think you’ll love it; it truly encapsulates the spirit of Culver.

Stephen A. Wolfe/Flickr

This gorgeous lake is the second-largest in Indiana, and there are so many activities to choose from that it’s hard to pick just a few! Boating, fishing, hiking, walking, swimming - there’s something for everyone at this awesome lake.

Caleb Dorfman/Flickr

If boat rental isn’t your thing, you can also simply hit the beach and lounge. What’s better than a day at the beach? The beaches in Culver are going to be a little more low-key than a busy day by the sea. It’s perfect for relaxation!

Chris Huffman/Flickr

There are almost always fun activities going on for every member of the family. The library acts as a hub for the community, offering plenty of resources for both citizens and visitors.

Culver is easy to find; it’s ten minutes off the US-31, just two hours north of Indianapolis and two hours southeast of Chicago. They pride themselves on being friendly and the perfect home away from home that you’ve been craving.

Have you ever paid a visit to Culver? What was it like? Tell us about it in the comments below!

 

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