Ron's Fort Wayne Guidebook
Downtown Vibe
A peaceful park along the river with a downtown vibe. Take a ride on a river boat, rent a kayak, walk the trails, have a picnic, enjoy the very unique playground, or grab a drink at the bar.
42 locals recommend
Promenade Park
202 W Superior StA peaceful park along the river with a downtown vibe. Take a ride on a river boat, rent a kayak, walk the trails, have a picnic, enjoy the very unique playground, or grab a drink at the bar.
Take a nighttime stroll down the lit alleys of Fort Wayne. 77 Steps' color changing lights create a vibey background for photos and leads to three other lit alleyways decorated with mural art.
77 Steps
113 W Berry StTake a nighttime stroll down the lit alleys of Fort Wayne. 77 Steps' color changing lights create a vibey background for photos and leads to three other lit alleyways decorated with mural art.
Enjoy nature from various ecosystems in the comfort of the indoors.
35 locals recommend
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
1100 S Calhoun StEnjoy nature from various ecosystems in the comfort of the indoors.
Grab a pint and a slice of pizza. Located on the same block as 77 Steps. Eat indoors or in the eating area in the lit alley.
17 locals recommend
816 Pint & Slice
816 S Calhoun StGrab a pint and a slice of pizza. Located on the same block as 77 Steps. Eat indoors or in the eating area in the lit alley.
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
311 E Main StEnjoy the finer details of color, line, and soul.
Fort Wayne's Irish pub, located on the same block as Fort Wayne's lit alley ways.
27 locals recommend
J K O'Donnell's
121 W Wayne StFort Wayne's Irish pub, located on the same block as Fort Wayne's lit alley ways.
You can browse for hours in the large Allen County Library downtown. And if you get thirsty, drop in to the Dunkin' Donuts inside for a cup of coffee.
Library Plaza
900 Library PlazaYou can browse for hours in the large Allen County Library downtown. And if you get thirsty, drop in to the Dunkin' Donuts inside for a cup of coffee.
Fort Wayne TinCaps
1301 Ewing StCatch a ball game while you're here.
If you are attending an event at the Grand Wayne Center, it is just minutes from this apartment.
8 locals recommend
Grand Wayne Center
120 W Jefferson BlvdIf you are attending an event at the Grand Wayne Center, it is just minutes from this apartment.
Exhibits on Africa, African-American inventors, musicians & local entrepreneurs, as well as pioneers in business, education, social work & health. Also general local history, the Underground Railroad, and a sports archive featuring athletes who started their sports careers in Fort Wayne.
African-American Historical Museum
436 E Douglas AveExhibits on Africa, African-American inventors, musicians & local entrepreneurs, as well as pioneers in business, education, social work & health. Also general local history, the Underground Railroad, and a sports archive featuring athletes who started their sports careers in Fort Wayne.
Artlink is a nonprofit arts advocacy organization, exhibition, and studio space. The organization is home to two unique studio spaces, immersive virtual reality, as well as a variety of exhibitions and programming throughout the year.
6 locals recommend
Artlink
300 E Main StArtlink is a nonprofit arts advocacy organization, exhibition, and studio space. The organization is home to two unique studio spaces, immersive virtual reality, as well as a variety of exhibitions and programming throughout the year.
The Embassy Theatre is a 2,471-seat performing arts theater in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA. It was built in 1928 as a movie palace and today it is the home of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra.
25 locals recommend
Embassy Theatre
125 W Jefferson BlvdThe Embassy Theatre is a 2,471-seat performing arts theater in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA. It was built in 1928 as a movie palace and today it is the home of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra.
Located in the historic Old City Hall building, the museum is filled with three floors of interactive exhibits showcasing the rich history and unique heritage of our community.
10 locals recommend
History Center
302 E Berry StLocated in the historic Old City Hall building, the museum is filled with three floors of interactive exhibits showcasing the rich history and unique heritage of our community.
Now a great city vibe spot for dinner and drinks, The Landing was home to Fort Wayne's first post office, theatre and hotel. It was on The Landing that our community first became a county, a township - even a city. It is now a destination for a city vibe dinner and drinks.
21 locals recommend
The Landing
116 W Columbia StNow a great city vibe spot for dinner and drinks, The Landing was home to Fort Wayne's first post office, theatre and hotel. It was on The Landing that our community first became a county, a township - even a city. It is now a destination for a city vibe dinner and drinks.
Visit the old Fort. Seasonal live demonstrations of blacksmithing, spinning, gardening, period cooking and baking. Free parking is available east of Spy Run Avenue at Headwaters and Lawton Parks
Old Fort Park
East Main StreetVisit the old Fort. Seasonal live demonstrations of blacksmithing, spinning, gardening, period cooking and baking. Free parking is available east of Spy Run Avenue at Headwaters and Lawton Parks
Parkview Field
1301 Ewing StCome see the Tincaps!
Science Central
1950 N Clinton StPerfect place for the family and kids. Hands on learning and fun.
Food scene
Just a few blocks from your apartment. Locally owned, homestyle food. Great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Hall's Prime Rib (State Street)
2005 East State BoulevardJust a few blocks from your apartment. Locally owned, homestyle food. Great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Granite City Food & Brewery
3809 Coldwater RdStorming Crab - Fort Wayne
520 East Coliseum BoulevardPortillo's Hot Dogs
295 W Coliseum BlvdBurgers, hot dogs, fries, and milkshakes... oldies style.
Owned and operated locally. Served similar to Chipotle, but with a more authentic flavor.
Salsa Grille North
7755 Coldwater RoadOwned and operated locally. Served similar to Chipotle, but with a more authentic flavor.
Delicious Italian food just down the road, across from the Coliseum. Within walking distance.
Casa Ristorante Italiano
4111 Parnell AvenueDelicious Italian food just down the road, across from the Coliseum. Within walking distance.
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Five Guys
801 Northcrest Shopping CenterBurgers and Fries!
Chick-fil-A
1725 Apple Glen BlvdBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
245 W Coliseum BlvdApplebee's Grill + Bar
6525 Lima RdChipotle Mexican Grill
4210 W Jefferson BlvdDos Margaritas
4230 North Clinton StreetIHOP
1535 W Washington Center RdBlaze Pizza
401 Coliseum Boulevard WestCreate your own stone oven pizza.
Panera Bread
2104 E Dupont RdPotbelly Sandwich Shop Fort Wayne
501 East Coliseum BoulevardFirehouse Subs Glenbrook Plaza
4423 Coldwater Roada'Roma Pizza
1123 East State BoulevardPizza King
321 W State BlvdThe Rib Room
1235 East State BoulevardThe Village Tap
1235 East State BoulevardSubway
5788 Coldwater RoadWendy's
3220 North Anthony BoulevardTaco Bell
6608 Lima RdRally's
4810 Coldwater RoadArby's
9831 Lima RdSmoothie King
603 E Coliseum BlvdStarbucks
301 E Coliseum BlvdWu's Fine Chinese Cuisine
4411 Coldwater RoadP.F. Chang's
4201 Coldwater RoadRed Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
4201 Coldwater RoadFort Wayne Colleges
Purdue University Fort Wayne
2101 E Coliseum BlvdIvy Tech Community College Fort Wayne – Coliseum Campus
3800 N Anthony BlvdIndiana University Fort Wayne Nursing (IUFW)
2101 E Coliseum BlvdUniversity of Saint Francis
2701 Spring StIndiana Tech
1600 E Washington BlvdHuntington University
1819 Carew StIn This Neighborhood
Swimming, Tennis, Baseball, Playground... so much to do right down the street.
Northside Park Swimming Pool
2400 Parnell AveSwimming, Tennis, Baseball, Playground... so much to do right down the street.
Walk over and grab a quick drink before you settle in for the night. Located just catty-corner from this apartment.
Shady Nook
2834 Parnell AvenueWalk over and grab a quick drink before you settle in for the night. Located just catty-corner from this apartment.
The Coliseum hosts events of all kinds and is within walking distance.
20 locals recommend
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell AveThe Coliseum hosts events of all kinds and is within walking distance.
Delicious Italian food just down the street, across from the Coliseum. Within walking distance.
Casa Ristorante Italiano
4111 Parnell AvenueDelicious Italian food just down the street, across from the Coliseum. Within walking distance.
Travel
Smith Field Airport
902 West Ludwig RoadA 10 minute drive from this apartment
Shopping
Glenbrook Square
4201 Coldwater RdNeed some retail therapy? Mall shopping is nearby.
No trip is complete without forgetting something. Walmart is just a few minutes away.
10 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter
5311 Coldwater RdNo trip is complete without forgetting something. Walmart is just a few minutes away.
Kroger
4120 N Clinton StGroceries are just down the street, across from the Coliseum.
Old Navy - Best Buy - Kohls - Ulta - Office Depot - T.J. Maxx -Hallmark - Shoe Carnival - Carter's
Northcrest Shopping Center
Northcrest Shopping CenterOld Navy - Best Buy - Kohls - Ulta - Office Depot - T.J. Maxx -Hallmark - Shoe Carnival - Carter's
Sightseeing
Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve
6801 Engle RdExplore nature.