GIRLFRIEND’S GETAWAY
Culver provides the perfect backdrop and home base for a fun-filled girlfriends’ getaway! For day one, after a filling breakfast at Café Max, plan to spend the entire day shopping downtown. Culver’s colorful downtown has a plethora of unique and locally owned businesses. There are endless options to find one-of-a-kind clothing, handmade goods, art, books and unexpected finds. Enjoy lunch at one of several local restaurants such as Frida’s for Mexican cuisine and margaritas, or for classic American food during the summer – Lake Max Beach Bar and The Original Rootbeer Stand. Each year Culver hosts two annual shopping and dining events, Cupid’s Crawl during Winterfest (February) and Holiday Hop (December), with special deals and retail items. Say CHEERS as you indulge in delicious cocktails from Lucrezia for dinner and a night out!
Day two starts out with a coffee or tea from the Good News coffee truck. Don’t forget to bring your bike. Walk or bike the National Register of Historic Places, the trail in Culver Park and along Main Street. For the more ambitious bikers, be sure to check out the Culver maps section on the Visitor Center website for the 12-mile route around Lake Maxinkuckee. Plan ahead by bringing portable hammocks to the Culver and Union Township Park and enjoy the afternoon relaxing and catching the breeze off the lake.
FAMILY FUN
Start your visit with a morning walking tour of Culver Academies. Afterward, stroll over to The Lakehouse Grille for patio dining and more views of Lake Maxinkuckee.
On day two, spark some creativity with the kids and book an appointment at Art Awakened by Suzi Q. Suzi has an extensive selection of color palettes and staff who can help the most novice artist. In a short span of time and at a very affordable cost, you can create a unique and worthy piece of art which is appealing for all ages – adults included! Bourbon Street Pizza is the perfect dining locations for the kids for lunch and dinner.
Day three starts with breakfast and coffee at The Culver Coffee Company, the town’s upscale and locally-owned cafe. Next, head over to the Culver Beach to rent a kayak or stand-up paddle board, and spend the afternoon out on the lake. You can enjoy the beach at the Culver Park for an affordable daily admission. Swim, paddle, and take in the views. Once you finish, head over to Papa’s for an evening meal.
Consider renting a pontoon boat at the Culver Marina. You can’t go wrong on the lake! During winter months, plan your adventure during Winterfest, an entire weekend of winter fun with sledding, ice sculpting, a beer garden, polar plunge and much more!
For more information or to plan your weekend: findculver.com/ Located two hours North of Indianapolis.
