Bloomington, Monroe County, IN

Places to go in Bloomington

57 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Lower Cascades Park

Outdoors

Lower Cascades Park

Green space with an extensive fully accessible playground, picnic shelters & a paved trail.

2851 Old State Rd 37, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

Malibu Grill

Food & Drink

Malibu Grill

Seafood, steaks & pasta served with local beers & craft cocktails in a laid-back yet stylish bistro.

106 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

McCormick's Creek State Park

Outdoors

McCormick's Creek State Park

Site offers hiking & horseback-riding trails, river fishing, indoor recreational center & campsites.

250 McCormick Creek Park Rd, Spencer, IN 47460, USA

Mira Salon And Boutique Spa

Wellness

Mira Salon And Boutique Spa

581 E Hillside Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA

Needmore Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Needmore Coffee Roasters

104 N Pete Ellis Dr Ste E, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

Nick's English Hut

Nightlife

Nick's English Hut

Bi-level sports bar mainstay offers market-driven American eats & a hopping post-dinner crowd.

423 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

Osteria Rago

Food & Drink

Osteria Rago

Quaint Italian restaurant featuring housemade pasta & pizza, weekend brunch & gourmet foods to-go.

419 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

Otis Park

Sports & Recreation

Otis Park

607 Tunnelton Rd, Bedford, IN 47421, USA

Port Hole Inn

Nightlife

Port Hole Inn

Unfussy option serving beers, pizzas & steaks in a low–key locale with a family room.

8939 E South Shore Dr, Unionville, IN 47468, USA

Salt Creek Golf Retreat

Sports & Recreation

Salt Creek Golf Retreat

Straightforward condos in a casual golf resort featuring a sports bar, a pro shop & an outdoor pool.

2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA

Sample Gates

Arts & Culture

Sample Gates

Built in 1987 by Edson Sample, these gates mark the entrance to Indiana University's Old Crescent.

E Kirkwood Ave & S Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405, USA

Scenic View Restaurant

Food & Drink

Scenic View Restaurant

4600 State Hwy 446, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA

Social Cantina

Food & Drink

Social Cantina

Hip restaurant with an industrial-chic vibe serving tequila, craft beers & classic Mexican dishes.

125 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

Soma Coffeehouse and Juice Bar

Food & Drink

Soma Coffeehouse and Juice Bar

322 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

Spring Mill State Park

Outdoors

Spring Mill State Park

Hiking/biking trails, caves, a nature center, campsites & an inn surround a restored 1814 village.

3333 IN-60 E, Mitchell, IN 47446, USA

Switchyard Park

Outdoors

Switchyard Park

1601 S Rogers St, Bloomington, IN 47403, USA

The Bluebird

Nightlife

The Bluebird

Straightforward rock club/bar hosting everything from cover bands & emerging acts to karaoke nights.

216 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

The Chocolate Moose

Food & Drink

The Chocolate Moose

Enduring joint doling out ice cream & shakes, plus burgers & hot dogs, in modern, counter-serve digs

405 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA

The Comedy Attic

Nightlife

The Comedy Attic

Lively comedy club with stand-up shows & weekly open mic nights, plus pub food & a full bar.

123 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

The Elm Restaurant

Food & Drink

The Elm Restaurant

614 E 2nd St, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA

The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe

Sports & Recreation

The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe

Relaxed condos on a casual golf resort offering an outdoor pool, dining options & a bar.

2250 E Pointe Rd Ste B, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA

The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe

Food & Drink

The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe

105 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

The Runcible Spoon

Food & Drink

The Runcible Spoon

Bustling option for casual cafe fare served all day in a whimsically decorated space with a patio.

412 E 6th St, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

The Upstairs Pub

Nightlife

The Upstairs Pub

430 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA