Title: Things to Do in Gary in 2026 | Expedia.com [Gary Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gary.dx7549)[Hotels in Gary](https://expedia.com/Gary-Hotels.d7549.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gary](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Gary.d7549.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Gary](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gary.d7549.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gary Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Gary.d7549.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Gary ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gary Types of activities Where to stay [Gary Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gary.dx7549) ![Very beautiful scenery here at Marquette Park. Instagram: @Lawrencetellez](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7549/ca815c7c-baf4-4d29-9e7d-e863dfd43c83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Very beautiful scenery here at Marquette Park. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Gary | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Indiana Dunes National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/indiana-dunes-national-park-with-audio-tour-guide.a49704628.activity-details): $20 | | Top 5 things to do | [Indiana Dunes National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/indiana-dunes-national-park-with-audio-tour-guide.a49704628.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Indiana Dunes National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/indiana-dunes-national-park-with-audio-tour-guide.a49704628.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Gary --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Gary? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Gary ![Very beautiful scenery here at Marquette Park. Instagram: @Lawrencetellez](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7549/ca815c7c-baf4-4d29-9e7d-e863dfd43c83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marquette Park 4/5(15 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Marquette Park, a lovely green space in Miller Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Marquette-Park-Miller-Beach.d553248621532658632.Vacation-Attraction) ![Marquette Harbor Light, lighthouse in Marquette, Michigan, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983992388/6234e377-d178-472a-bc1e-b69da9df1424.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marquette Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marquette Beach during your trip to Miller Beach? [](https://expedia.com/Marquette-Beach-Indiana.d553248635983992388.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Michigan waves crash against the East Pierhead Outer Lighthouse and catwalk, in Michigan City, Indiana.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983990429/f9e50797-fb1d-42bd-8d1d-d927c43df320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### East Shoreline Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Shoreline during your trip to Miller Beach? [](https://expedia.com/East-Shoreline-Indiana.d553248635983990429.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Why not try your luck with a visit to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana during your visit to Gary? While in the area, you can find time to visit its casinos. [](https://expedia.com/Hard-Rock-Casino-Northern-Indiana-Gary.d689582177477787648.Vacation-Attraction) #### Majestic Star Casino 3.5/5(48 reviews) Why not try your luck with a visit to Majestic Star Casino during your visit to Gary? While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos. [](https://expedia.com/Majestic-Star-Casino-Gary.d553248621532658627.Vacation-Attraction) #### Indiana University Northwest 5/5(5 reviews) Explore the campus of Indiana University Northwest as part of your travels around Gary. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment venues in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Indiana-University-Northwest-Gary.d553248622008953889.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lake Street Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Street Beach during your trip to Miller Beach? [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Street-Beach-Indiana.d553248635983994013.Vacation-Attraction) #### Indian Boundary Park Explore the great outdoors at Indian Boundary Park, a lovely green space in Gary. [](https://expedia.com/Indian-Boundary-Park-Miller-Beach.d927123510827159552.Vacation-Attraction) #### Micheal Jackson Family Home Find out about the history of Gary when you spend time at Micheal Jackson Family Home. While in the area, you can find time to visit its casinos. [](https://expedia.com/Micheal-Jackson-Family-Home-Gary.d949591453827420160.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Gary ![Very beautiful scenery here at Marquette Park. Instagram: @Lawrencetellez](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7549/ca815c7c-baf4-4d29-9e7d-e863dfd43c83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miller Beach While visiting Miller Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Michigan and Marquette Park. [](https://expedia.com/Gary-Miller-Beach.dx553248635976478178) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Gary.dx7549.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Gary ![Indiana Dunes National Park (Indiana) Road Sign Against Blue Sky and Clouds.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8265/a67db07a-bb52-4b20-8d0c-ed4b2f3f77b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hammond ![Walking along the boardwalk at the Portage Riverwalk in Indiana Dunes National Park was a peaceful stroll with a great view of Lake Michigan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9307/8cc203db-bfbd-41da-8d3b-cf7c00a41ff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portage ![A peaceful place to take some nice photos and from fishing. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55127/e21fd18e-b451-49ec-8f40-438f0205a709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hobart ![Oil Refinery, Steel Mill, Lake Michigan, East Chicago, Indiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/99148/91db5c26-9484-478f-ada2-714a537535f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### East Chicago ![Griffith Park sign and bear statue - Los Angeles, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/111027/1d862c3e-5483-413a-803a-26665d93c20e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Griffith ![Al Capone's old Prairie avenue home before and today, 7244 South Prairie Avenue. Built by it's original owners in 1914 at a cost of $5,000. With their roots still in New York , Al Capone and family began to move into the place on August 8, 1923. The ownership was under Mae and Theresa Capone. Frank Capone's funeral was held here. Theresa Capone passed away in this house in 1952. On November 26,1947, the ownership was transferred to Mafalda Maritote. (Al's sister). After Theresa's death, she sold the house on January 15,1953, to a William B. Petty. It has changed hands since then and is currently for sale. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177657/87fb36ed-26eb-46b0-a77d-72c76798465e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Highland ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gary worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gary? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gary? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gary? ### What are some activities to do in Gary with kids? ### What to do in Gary for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gary? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app