Indiana Insider Blog

In a time when many Americans get their books from Amazon and big-box retail, Hyde Brothers Booksellers in Fort Wayne is a refreshing alternative. With thousands of books in stock, Hyde Brothers offers patrons titles on any subject imaginable. Founded... Read more

The little town of Westfield in northern Hamilton County is building a big reputation for itself as a one-stop destination dining hotspot thanks to a walkable grouping of Park Street restaurants. You will love Westfield’s Restaurant Row. Parking’s a little... Read more

Main Street is the liveliest place to be in a small town, and Indiana has more Main Streets than any other state in the US! Often historic and always beautiful, Main Street’s have been an importance piece of American culture... Read more

Whether you are picking apples, playing fun farm-themed games, eating, drinking the state’s best apple cider or just relaxing on the farm, visiting Beasley’s Orchard near Danville in Hendricks County is like a trip into the carefree of childhood.  History... Read more

Canyons, Waterfalls, Swamps, Dunes and even an Abandoned Theme Park! Indiana’s hiking trails are as different as they are challenging. The Indiana Department of Resources put together a list of 33 nominees to go head-to-head for the crown of the... Read more

I was so happy to finally plan a romantic getaway to Serenity Springs, which is just outside Michigan City, after having it on my radar for years.  It completely lives up to the name – it’s absolute serenity from the... Read more

Ale, Stout, or Lager, no matter what your favorite may be, the Hoosier State has a craft brew for you. Hoosier breweries consistently rank as some of the best in the world at prestigious competitions, like the Great American Beer... Read more

Pumpkin spice everything has arrived and fall frenzy is in full swing. If a Nickel Plate Express train ride isn’t on your fall bucket list, it should be! A relaxing and comfortable way to see Indiana’s stunning fall foliage, here are four... Read more

Voting is open for Visit Indiana’s 2019 Best of Indiana people’s choice campaign.  This year, voters can select the top Brewery, Hiking Trail and Main Street in Indiana. We enlisted the experts from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural of... Read more