Indiana means “the land of Indians.” And as far as inhabited land in North America, indigenous tribes have called this state home for thousands of years. Even as early settlers moved West, migration was rather horizontal, and folks from their respective parts of the Eastern US found the land of Indians to be the new place to call home, bringing a melting pot of Americana that lives and breathes to this day. All of these poignant moments in time are preserved for tourists attractions by the Indiana Historical Society, and will delight and educate everyone from the Native American researcher to the whole family.

The nature lover has much to do on an Indiana vacation getaway. Spring flourishes with her lush bounty each year, and the destinations to hike, camp, climb, swim, fish, boat, kayak or canoe are in abundance. And Indiana is also home to the longest cave system in the United States. The novice and experienced spelunker alike will be thrilled with the many options to explore the remnants of the ice age, express awe at the underground waterfalls, or enjoy a boat tour with an experienced cave tour guide. Whether you visit the stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, and sheets of flowstone in the Indiana Caverns, or learn about the early native Americans in the Wyandott Caves, there are yet more sites the select from while looking for the spelunking destination that will fit your vacation plans.

Indiana’s historic destinations will also enthrall your family on your vacation getaway, as will the museums of art, science living history and natural resources. But whether you’re touring a state park, making time for culture in the city, or playing a few rounds of golf, your quest for the perfect Indiana getaway ends here. Let your adventure begin!