Evansville, IN: Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden
A zoo and botanic garden on Evansville's west side. Check the zoo's site for hours and ticket prices.
Day trips from Owensboro
Owensboro is within an easy drive of Evansville and southern Indiana. Here are a few trips for a Saturday.
Evansville, IN: Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science
Art, local history and science exhibits on the riverfront. The museum's visit page lists hours, admission and a monthly free-admission day.
Evansville, IN: Angel Mounds State Historic Site
One of the best-preserved Native American mound sites in the country, with trails and a visitor center.
Santa Claus, IN: Holiday World & Splashin' Safari
A family theme park and water park. One ticket covers both parks, and the park advertises free parking and free soft drinks. Open seasonally.
Lincoln City, IN: Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Where Abraham Lincoln grew up. The National Park Service lists no entrance fee. Grounds and trails are open sunrise to sunset; the visitor center keeps shorter hours.
Santa Claus, IN: the town itself
Christmas-themed shops and sights year-round. The local tourism office has a guide to visiting on a budget.
Drive times depend on your route and traffic, so check your map app. Many of these places are seasonal or have changing hours. check before you go
Closer to home? See things to do in Henderson.