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Indiana Region Guide
Ohio River towns, river bluffs, and historic main streets.
Southeast Indiana follows the Ohio River through some of the state's best-preserved towns. Madison anchors the region with a long historic district and Clifty Falls just outside town, while Lawrenceburg and Aurora keep their own riverfront character. It is a region built for a slow drive and long lunches.
Plan the Day
Clifty Falls trails, Madison's historic district, the riverfront overlooks, and the Hillforest mansion in Aurora can each anchor a stop.
Hardy Lake near Scottsburg is home to nine birds of prey at its raptor center, plus water recreation and great trails. Allison has the full guide.
Bobcats were endangered in Indiana for 36 years. Now they've been spotted in nearly every county and the state just held its first hunting season since 1969.
Where to Eat
Madison's Main Street holds the deepest run of restaurants and cafes. The smaller river towns add casual stops worth pulling over for.
Rubbin’ Butts BBQ in Sellersburg, Indiana is a local barbecue hotspot known for its smoky meats, fun atmosphere, and true Hoosier hospitality.
Hidden Gems
Local finds, like the Madison hilltop overlooks, Vevay's Swiss heritage sites, and the back roads tracing the river bluffs.
Visit the free Southeastern Indiana Veterans Museum in Rising Sun to explore military memorabilia, uniforms, and local veteran history.
Events
Madison's Chautauqua festival, the Madison Regatta, and small-town fall festivals lead the calendar. River-town weekends fill lodging early.
Experience 30+ artists on 8 stages at MadHop Musical Festival in historic downtown Madison, Indiana November 7-8, 2025. Music, food, and Hoosier hospitality await!
Small Towns
Vevay, Aurora, and Versailles each reward a stop, adding river history, mansions, and quiet main streets to the drive.
From Freudenfest to a James Beard-winning restaurant, Oldenburg in Franklin County punches way above its 647-person weight. Get the full breakdown.
Greensburg, Indiana is known for the courthouse tower tree, local food, festivals, and Decatur County history. Here's what to see and know.
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Step back in time at Schimpff’s Confectionery in Jeffersonville, Indiana — one of America’s oldest candy shops, handcrafting sweet treats since 1891.
Explore the ruins of Rose Island, a 1920s amusement park destroyed by flooding and reclaimed by nature. It's one of Indiana's most unique hikes.
Uncork fun at Vevay’s Swiss Wine Festival 2025! Enjoy wine tastings, grape stomps, fireworks, and Swiss eats along the Ohio River in Southern Indiana.