What to do and see in Shipshewana, Indiana (IN): The Best Things to do

September 19, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Shipshewana is a town in Newbury Township, LaGrange County, Indiana, United States. The population was 658 at the 2010 census. It is the location of the Menno-Hof Amish & Mennonite Museum, which showcases the history of the Amish and Mennonite peoples.
Restaurants in Shipshewana

1. Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park

6255 N 1000 W, Shipshewana, IN 46565-9592 +1 260-768-7194 ext. 2
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Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park

Reviewed By OrganicMomma - Marietta, United States

We've been to quite a few animal parks and safaris and this was by far the best one we have been to. One of the things that made this a fantastic experience was the wagon ride to feed the animals was being pulled by beautiful horses instead of a noisy tractor with fumes. Since there was little noise, no speaker or bullhorn was needed for the driver to tell us about all the animals. Another unique feature was they have baby ducks and bunnies that the children can pick up and hold with adult supervision. There is also a large walk through / petting section that was different than anything I'd been to. You can let yourself in and out of all sorts of animal areas and feed most of them. There were some very unique animals and some of the most beautiful pheasants I have ever seen. My children (ages 4 & 8) absolutely loved this section, as did my husband and I. Everything was very reasonably priced compared to all the other places we have been. It is run by an Amish family that you could tell worked very hard at keeping all the animal areas very clean. You definitely want to opt for the full price and get the wagon ride and petting area.

2. Buggy Lane Tours

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Buggy Lane Tours

Tour Shipshewana in a relaxed atmosphere in a horse & buggy! Take in different tours & learn about the history & culture of Shipshewana, visit an operating Amish farm, and/or experience an in home Amish meal. A great way to experience Shipshewana!

3. Shipshewana Bike Rental LLC

370 S Van Buren St, Shipshewana, IN 46565-9200 +1 260-215-3656 [email protected] http://shipshewanabikerental.com
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Shipshewana Bike Rental, a young and thriving business that is here to provide a new way of experiencing Shipshewana. We provide 3-speed easy boarding cycles and single-speed tandems. We strive to get you through traffic faster and onto the paths that can only be accessed via cycle, so you can truly enjoy Shipshewana.

4. Shipshewana Pedicabs

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Shipshewana Pedicabs

Shipshewana Pedicabs is a fun, entertaining, and Eco-friendly transportation service in the heart of Downtown Shipshewana. A "Pedicab," is similar to a bike and rickshaw crossover, a bike carriage! We offer rides, tours, and rentals of our Pedicabs. Catch a ride with us to the flea market, take a tour of amish country, or rent our bikes for the pumpkin vine trail!

5. Kids Kreations Custom Dolls

150 N Harrison Street, Shipshewana, IN 46565 +1 260-768-7744 http://babybuzz.net/
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Kids Kreations Custom Dolls

6. Blue Gate Amish Tours

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Blue Gate Amish Tours

On this Amish adventure, participants will not only sight-see through the beautiful farm dotted countryside, but will make three stops along the way to visit with our Amish neighbors. Each host at these stops is anxious to meet you and introduce you to their unique culture. An evening Tour is also available now, see the beautiful countryside and spend an evening visiting in an Amish home.

7. Silver Star Leather LLC

6875 N. 800 West, Shipshewana, IN 46565 +1 260-768-7958 https://www.silverstarleather.com/
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Silver Star Leather LLC

Silver Star Leather LLC, in Shipshewana, IN, is the area's premier leather goods specialist serving LaPorte, Noble, LaGrange, Elkhart and St. Joseph counties since 2006. We hand-make and offer the sale of exotic leather goods, and leather repair. We make belts, handbags, key chains, money clips and gun holsters, and belts. We make over 20 different authentic varieties of wallets. For all your leather good needs, stop by Silver Star Leather LLC in Shipshewana.

Reviewed By flashfire2018 - Howe, United States

A few years back I had a leather belt made of thicker material. Craftsmanship was outstanding and belt held my holster quite well. Very nice owner and will help you with your leather needs. Very reasonable pricing on his merchandise.

8. Menno-Hof Mennonite - Amish Visitor Center

510 S Van Buren St State Road 5, Shipshewana, IN 46565-8983 +1 260-768-4117 http://www.mennohof.org/
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4.5 based on 324 reviews

Menno-Hof Mennonite - Amish Visitor Center

Amish and Mennonite museum and visitor center.

Reviewed By hstufforu - Lansing, United States

This is great lots of info and very nice tour guides. This is mostly a self guided tour with the guides meeting you a points to explain what you will be looking at.There are buttons at each display you can push and get info.You will enter the gift shop first and wpay and wait for the next guide.

9. Blue Gate Theatre

195 N Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN 46565 +1 888-447-4725 [email protected] http://www.thebluegate.com/shipshewana/bluegatetheatre/schedule/
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4.5 based on 3,689 reviews

Blue Gate Theatre

The Blue Gate is best place for evening entertainment in Shipshewana and is fast becoming a household name in the Midwest, featuring over 280 shows per year with 75 different performers, 3 hit musicals and much more. This year will feature the new musical "The Home Game" based on the new book by Martha Bolton. Also enjoy concerts by multiple Grammy winning performers, hilarious comedians, Southern Gospel favorites and other family-friendly entertainment.

Reviewed By 115monaa

Great room & service. Always great food(fried chicken our favorite) Great concert @ remodeled Center, Triumphant Quartet always a blessing & love the new layout of seats. Not the best theater play we've seen there but it was still good. Try to go at least once a year.

10. Davis Mercantile

225 Harrison St., Shipshewana, IN 46565 +1 260-768-7300 [email protected] http://www.davismercantile.com
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Davis Mercantile

21 Distinctive Shopping Experiences Under One Roof! Located in downtown Shipshewana, the Davis Mercantile has something to offer for everyone. Be sure to check out our 1906 Dentzel Carousel, located on the 3rd Floor.

Reviewed By 286dorothyh

Many of the shop owners are local - a huge variety of products are sold here from well known brand name products to locally handcrafted items. Local hand made quilts and other hand crafted fabric items, soft pretzels, Amish made lawn furniture and kitchen cabinets, locally designed ladies clothing, and a few locally made craft items mixed in with other good quality crafts. The building itself is a pleasure to see. Finish your visit with a pie on the 3rd floor baked by a local Amish lady.

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