The blending of tiny, laid-back farm towns with vibrant small cities helps create Amish Country’s unique character. For that classic small-town America experience, head for Bristol, Middlebury, Nappanee, Shipshewana and Wakarusa. With their revitalized downtowns, the larger, prospering riverside communities of Goshen and Elkhart provide more energetic settings and upbeat atmosphere. Though each claims its own distinct personality, all share one thing in common: friendly hometown hospitality. In communities throughout Amish Country, the welcome mat always is out for visitors.

Explore our seven hometowns

Bristol
1,500 residents 20 Shops & Restaurants Locals love . . . Picnicking at Bonneyville Mill ...

Elkhart
Along the Heritage Trail . . . Elkhart  See a video about Elkhart below Past Mee...

Goshen
Check out all of the fun things Goshen has to offer! Kelly Jae’s Cafe  ...

Middlebury
2,990 residents 32 shops & restaurants Locals Love…Village Inn Restaurant ...

Nappanee
7,070 residents 72 Shops & Restaurants Locals love . . . The Dutch Kitchen at Borkholder Du...

Shipshewana
Browse & Buy Shipshewana is a bustling village with shop-lined streets, specialty retailers ...

Wakarusa
1,667 residents 18 Shops & Restaurants Locals love . . . Cook’s Pizza A Tiny...