Southern Indiana
Madison, Indiana is one of the Midwest's best-kept secrets — a 130-block National Historic Landmark District sitting right on the banks of the Ohio River, drawing 600,000+ visitors a year. Whether you're arriving from Louisville, Cincinnati, or Indianapolis, you're within 90 minutes of a destination worth the drive.
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What to See & Do
Indiana's most dramatic waterfall park. Seven miles of trails wind through a deep canyon carved by Clifty Creek, leading to four waterfalls including the 70-foot Clifty Falls. The Clifty Inn on the park grounds offers a popular Sunday buffet. Summer brings a waterslide; fall turns the canyon walls gold.
TIP:The Inner Loop Trail to Clifty Falls is the most scenic — allow 2 hours. Wear sturdy shoes; the canyon is steep.
One of Indiana's finest examples of Greek Revival architecture, built by financier J.F.D. Lanier whose Civil War-era loans to Indiana arguably saved the Union. The restored mansion and formal gardens overlook the Ohio River and are open for tours. A genuinely beautiful piece of American history five minutes from our property.
TIP:Check the Indiana State Museum website for seasonal tour hours before visiting.
One of the largest intact 19th-century streetscapes in the United States. Walk Main Street for independent shops, galleries, and restaurants. The riverfront park is a perfect evening stop — the Ohio is wide and slow here, with views across to Kentucky. Madison hosts festivals nearly every weekend from May through October.
TIP:Parking is easy and free. The riverfront park at the foot of Broadway has the best Ohio River views at sunset.
The stretch of Indiana Highway 56 along the Ohio River passes through some of Indiana's oldest wine country. Thomas Family Winery and Lanthier Winery are both within 20 minutes of the property — both offer tastings with river views. Pair a winery afternoon with dinner in downtown Madison.
TIP:Thomas Family Winery is in a converted carriage house and has live music on select weekends.
A Renaissance-style cast-iron fountain at the head of Broadway Street, originally exhibited at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition and brought to Madison in 1886. Now cast in bronze and ringed by a pocket park, it’s the unofficial center of downtown — beautifully lit at night and a favorite stop on an evening walk along the historic district.
TIP:Worth a second look after dark — the fountain is gently lit and the surrounding streets quiet down beautifully.
More Coming Soon
Our full Madison guide — including Angela & Marc’s personal restaurant recommendations, Ohio River winery itineraries, and a seasonal event calendar — is coming before opening day. Join the VIP list to get it first.
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