Did you know that Mishawaka is nickname is “Princess City”?
Population: 48,252
Best Way to travel: Bus, Car
#1 Thing to do: Fragrant Lane Candles
#2 Thing to do: Cinemark Movies 14
#3 Thing to do: Cinemark Movies 6
Fun Fact: In 1968, the city opened an outdoor Olympic-sized swimming pool at Merrifield Park.
#1 Car Rental Company: Hertz
Mishawaka is a charming city in the state of Indiana, United States, located more exactly in St. Joseph County, on the banks of the St. Joseph River. The history of Mishawaka goes back to the early 1830s, when bog iron deposits were discovered in the area, so settlers arrived shortly. Mishawaka was founded in 1831, but at that time it was called the town of St. Joseph Iron Works. Mishawaka has always been a very developed city, which earned it an award from BusinessWeek Magazine, ranking it as one of the best places to raise your kids in. Currently, there are 48.252 people living in Mishawaka, according to the 2010 census, making it a major city in the South Bend - Mishawaka Metropolitan Area. A particularly interesting fact about Mishawaka is that it is nicknamed 'The Princess City', so it is definitely worth visiting.
Top Attractions within Mishawaka
The Hannah Lindhal Children's Museum is the place where teaching is combined with interactive games and activities, designed especially for children all ages. Kids will be able to see numerous artifacts and historical items from various fields, which are explained in their own terms.
University Park Mall is a wonderful shopping facility, which has been serving both tourists and locals, since 1979. If you want to go on a shopping spree here, you will find anchors such as Macy's, Sears, JC Penney and Barnes & Noble. You will also find here numerous dining options, where you can enjoy a satisfying meal after a tiring day of shopping.
George Wilson Park is the place in the core of the nature where you will have tons of fun. This Mishawaka park is home to the most popular winter toboggan spot, where many people gather every day. There is also an 18-hole regulation length golf course, which will challenge even the most experienced of players.
Shiojiri Garden is located in Merrifield Park. This Japanese strolling garden was erected in honor of the sister-city relationship between Mishawaka and the Japan city Shiojiri. The beauty of this garden will surely impress you.
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Book At | Miles/km to Mishawaka | Directions to Mishawaka | Latitude | Longitude |
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South Bend | 5/8 | Directions | 41.68338 | -86.25001 |
Elkhart | 9/15 | Directions | 41.68199 | -85.97667 |
Niles | 13/20 | Directions | 41.82977 | -86.25418 |
Plainfield | 17/27 | Directions | 41.7081 | -86.47668 |
Goshen | 18/28 | Directions | 41.58227 | -85.83444 |
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