Sightseeing
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Yes, great hikes, beach access.
Friendship Botanic Gardens
2055 US-12Place for quite walks, maybe a picnic?
Essentials
Al's Supermarket
1002 N Karwick RdGood neighborhood grocer.
Michigan City Public Library
100 E 4th StFree Wifi, great book and magazine selection
Shopping
Lighthouse Place
Lighthouse PlaceOutlet Mall
Entertainment & Activities
Garwood Orchards
5911 W 50 SYes, great in-season fruit picking
Washington Park Zoo
115 Lake Shore Drvery good zoo, child friendly
Ibhishi leWashington Park
access to beach and lighthouse. Parking fee.
Everything Else
Shady Creek Winery
2030 Tryon Rdlocal winery