Head to the artsy city of Merrillville
The area's theater scene and live music are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Merrillville. This city's shopping, restaurants and local tours draw many visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or friends trip, vacation rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Sightseeing in and around Merrillville
Are you searching for attractions to see during your stay? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Merrillville a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Albanese Candy Factory (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- Deep River Water Park (5.6 mi / 9.1 km)
- Turkey Creek Golf Course (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
- The Course at Aberdeen (11.7 mi / 18.8 km)
- Ravisloe Country Club (18.3 mi / 29.5 km)
- Team Combat LIVE (2.7 mi / 4.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Merrillville
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to take in the scenery, Merrillville is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Indiana Dunes National Park (18.7 mi / 30.1 km)
- Crown Point Sports Complex (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Lake County Fairgrounds (5.1 mi / 8.3 km)
- Centennial Park (9.7 mi / 15.6 km)
- Hammond Sportsplex & Community Center (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
- West Beach (12.2 mi / 19.6 km)
Transportation to and around Merrillville
The nearest airport is in Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), located 30.3 mi (48.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is 45.6 mi (73.4 km) away.