If you’re seeking out some fun stuff to look up when you’re bored, have some time to yourself, or anything else, we’ve rounded up a few of the more hidden Indiana roadside gems that you might have otherwise overlooked.
- WHO North America- Doctor Who Collection & Museum
whona.com Loving fans of the world’s oldest sci-fi TV show NEED to check this out! Opened in 1998 when the owner, a diehard Dr. Who fan, wanted to see more Dr. Who merch in a USA full of Star Wars. Since then, it’s become somewhat of a Mecca for Dr. Who lovers around the country.
8901 S. State Road 67 Camby, Indiana
- The Grave of James Dean
M. Jeramy Goldman/Flickr The final resting place of legendary heartthrob James Dean can be found right here in Indiana! Dean, just 24 years old when he died in a horrific traffic accident, rests peacefully at Park Cemetery in Fairmount. Devoted fans still make a pilgrimage here every year to honor him.
7843 S 150 E Fairmount, Indiana
- The Giant Ducky of Vivay
Bill15Q/TripAdvisor This strange little guy sits out in front of a daycare in Vivay, Indiana. There’s just something about that creepy, dead-eyed smile that makes us wonder why we’re featuring it. Yikes.
- The Market Street Catacombs
Nate Davis/Flickr You read that right. Catacombs, right under your nose (or feet) in Indianapolis. These catacombs are underground tunnels that stretch approximately 20,000 square feet beneath what is now the Indianapolis City Market.
If you want to check it out, you’ll need a reservation for a tour. Tours are limited, so make sure to check out the official website here for more information.
- Marengo Cave
Trevor Klatko/Flickr This absolutely amazing cave system was discovered back in 1883 by a couple of children. They’ve been doing tours ever since. It’s home to all kinds of fascinating formations called speleothems; you might know them as stalactites, stalagmites, and other such cave “drippings.”
400 E State Road 64 Marengo, Indiana
- Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
Mary Jo K/TripAdvisor Is that above photo of this idyllic park actually the park, or is it the gorgeous model railroad system at the park that you’re looking at? Guess you’ll have to go check it out to know for sure.
450 W 100 N Valaparaiso, Indiana
Do you have any favorite Indiana oddities you like to check out from time to time? Tell us about them in the comments below!
whona.com
Loving fans of the world’s oldest sci-fi TV show NEED to check this out! Opened in 1998 when the owner, a diehard Dr. Who fan, wanted to see more Dr. Who merch in a USA full of Star Wars. Since then, it’s become somewhat of a Mecca for Dr. Who lovers around the country.
8901 S. State Road 67 Camby, Indiana
M. Jeramy Goldman/Flickr
The final resting place of legendary heartthrob James Dean can be found right here in Indiana! Dean, just 24 years old when he died in a horrific traffic accident, rests peacefully at Park Cemetery in Fairmount. Devoted fans still make a pilgrimage here every year to honor him.
7843 S 150 E Fairmount, Indiana
Bill15Q/TripAdvisor
This strange little guy sits out in front of a daycare in Vivay, Indiana. There’s just something about that creepy, dead-eyed smile that makes us wonder why we’re featuring it. Yikes.
Nate Davis/Flickr
You read that right. Catacombs, right under your nose (or feet) in Indianapolis. These catacombs are underground tunnels that stretch approximately 20,000 square feet beneath what is now the Indianapolis City Market.
If you want to check it out, you’ll need a reservation for a tour. Tours are limited, so make sure to check out the official website here for more information.
Trevor Klatko/Flickr
This absolutely amazing cave system was discovered back in 1883 by a couple of children. They’ve been doing tours ever since. It’s home to all kinds of fascinating formations called speleothems; you might know them as stalactites, stalagmites, and other such cave “drippings.”
400 E State Road 64 Marengo, Indiana
Mary Jo K/TripAdvisor
Is that above photo of this idyllic park actually the park, or is it the gorgeous model railroad system at the park that you’re looking at? Guess you’ll have to go check it out to know for sure.
450 W 100 N Valaparaiso, Indiana
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