Swanson Park
South Bend
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University of Notre Dame
Experience a day in the life of a student at one of the prettiest campuses in the United States. Admire iconic landmarks and experience the passion of a football match.
Potawatomi Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your trip to South Bend? Attend a football game in this family-friendly area.
Studebaker National Museum
Take a journey through the history of one of the world’s most important automobile manufacturers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
A dazzling series of stained-glass windows adorn this Gothic Revival-style church set on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
Join devotees at a replica of a sacred French cave, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared before St. Bernadette Soubirous.
Notre Dame Stadium
Catch an event at Notre Dame Stadium during your trip to Notre Dame. Attend a football game in this family-friendly area.
Swanson Park Hotel Deals
Irish Lodge South Bend
"Loved everything! Nothing to complain about."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Four Winds Casino South Bend
"Awesome place to stay excellent facility. I would like for the hotel to have a restaurant to serve breakfast Monday through Sunday."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Morris Inn
"Outstanding experience. Room was comfortable. We had an issue with the HVAC - staff corrected it in minutes."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Baymont By Wyndham South Bend
"My mistake- I’ve stayed at other Wyndham properties and they have been great. Clearly Baymont is the Motel 6 of the chain. That said, the staff there were very friendly and helpful and did the best with what they had. The pool and fitness areas need a lot of love and attention. Rooms had no real ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
The Inn at Saint Mary's
"Location is good. Renovations are being done which are okay, but makes the hotel very difficult to navigate for now. Also, we stayed in a renovated room, but I don't feel that the renovations improved it much? Will give it another chance maybe when it is finished."
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Doubletree Hotel South Bend
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson Park
River Park
While River Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Potawatomi Zoo and Studebaker National Museum.
Wooded Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wooded Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium.
Northeast South Bend
When in Northeast South Bend, you can plan a visit to Compton Family Ice Arena and Morris Performing Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Bank Village
While there might not be top attractions in East Bank Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.
Harters Heights
While Harters Heights isn't home to many top sights, Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown South Bend
While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.
