Covington, Indiana travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Covington is a small town in Central Indiana. It is the seat of government for Fountain County.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés

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Best things about Covington

Fountain County Circuit Court

See the historic murals inside the courthouse.

Covington Courthouse Square Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.

Covington Apple Festival

One-day festival usually on the last Saturday in September. Food, apple cider, arts, crafts, and more.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Cold months (Jan, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Indianapolis)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
LAF Purdue University Airport, West Lafayette — 30 mi away. Directions
CMI University of Illinois Willard Airport, Savoy — 47 mi away. Directions
IND Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis — 65 mi away (major hub). Directions

Covington is located on Interstate 74 and the Wabash River.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

Typical meal: about $18 per person at listed restaurants.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Fountain County Circuit Court, Covington Courthouse Square Historic District
Lunch Beef House
Afternoon Covington Apple Festival
Evening Northside Pub

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

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Get in

Covington is located on Interstate 74 and the Wabash River.

Get around

There is no bus or taxi service, but you can walk from one end of the town to the other in about 30 minutes.

See

See Fountain County Circuit Court

See the historic murals inside the courthouse.

📍 301 4th StCourthouse Square☎ +1 765 793-3301⚠ Last checked Oct 2018 — confirm before you go

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See Covington Courthouse Square Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.

Courthouse Square☎ +1 765 793-3301⚠ Last checked Oct 2018 — confirm before you go

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Do

Go to a high school football or basketball game in the fall and winter. Small Indiana towns like this one put a lot into their high school sports, and it shows when the entire town shows up for games.

Do Covington Apple Festival

One-day festival usually on the last Saturday in September. Food, apple cider, arts, crafts, and more.

📍 Courthouse Square⚠ Last checked Oct 2018 — confirm before you go

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Eat

Eat Beef House

Steakhouse$$

Voted the best steakhouse in the state. Locally famous for its housemade yeast bread rolls.

📍 16501 North State Road 63a bit outside of town, at the intersection of I-74 and State Road 63🕒 Mon–Fri 10:30AM–10PM, Sat 12:30–10PM, Sun, 11AM–9PM💲 $15 for lunch, $20–40 for supper☎ +1 765 793-3947⚠ Last checked Oct 2018 — confirm before you go

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