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Best Small Towns in Indiana

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Best Small Towns in Indiana

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Discover Franklin, Indiana – a walkable historic downtown, home of the legendary Wonder Five basketball team, and charming Johnson County courthouse square.

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Discover Franklin, Indiana – a walkable historic downtown, home of the legendary Wonder Five basketball team, and charming Johnson County courthouse square.

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Featured Small Towns Across Indiana

Indiana’s small towns are where you find the heart of the Hoosier State. These communities are full of history, local diners, family festivals, and stories that feel straight out of a postcard. They are perfect for a weekend getaway or a road trip stop that leaves you with memories worth keeping.

Cambridge City, Indiana is a small town with rich history, charming antique shops, and some of the best locally owned restaurants and bakeries along U.S. 40.

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Cambridge City, Indiana is a small town with rich history, charming antique shops, and some of the best locally owned restaurants and bakeries along U.S. 40.

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Cambridge City, Indiana is a small town with rich history, charming antique shops, and some of the best locally owned restaurants and bakeries along U.S. 40.

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Discover Bargersville, Indiana – a small town with a big history, family wine farm, and downtown with self-care and great eats to offer.

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Explore Winchester, Indiana — from the iconic Hummel Drive-In and “World’s Fastest Half-Mile” Speedway to Mrs. Wick’s legendary pies.

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Discover Shelbyville, Indiana — home of Horseshoe Indianapolis, rich Hoosier history, and local favorites like Linne’s Bakery. Explore this growing small town near Indy.

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