About this city
Also known as: The Parlor City
Bluffton is a historic scenic city perched beautifully atop the high bluffs overlooking the Wabash River, serving as the proud county seat of Wells County, northeastern Indiana. Incorporated in 1851, the city expanded rapidly as a thriving commercial center during the regional oil and natural gas booms of the late 19th century. Bluffton features an exceptionally charming historic downtown corridor centered around the magnificent Wells County Courthouse, built out of robust local stone in 1889. Bounded by dense state nature preserves, it effortlessly pairs an active manufacturing economy with beautiful riverfront parks and a tranquil, welcoming Midwestern personality.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Photograph the striking limestone architecture of the historic Wells County Courthouse. Hike or birdwatch along the lush marshland pathways of Ouabache State Park. Bike the paved Rivergreenway trail stretching seamlessly parallel to the Wabash River. Tour the dynamic historic houses along Market Street.
