Aurora Welcomes Visitors Back To Their Town

Aurora, IN is a 20 in 20 "Visit Indiana" destination.

(Aurora, Ind.) - While Indiana continues to move forward with the "Back on Track Indiana" plan, many businesses in Aurora are opening within the state's guidelines. 

Although Aurora is small, it is a wonderful place to explore. This includes offering "Visit Indiana" Top 10 Main Street and Top 10 Brewery. 

The town is located along the banks of the Ohio River, 35 minutes southwest of Cincinnati, OH, and an easy drive from Indianapolis or Louisville. 

With plenty of activities to enjoy, such as touring historic landmarks like Hillforest Mansion and Veraestau Historic Site, or walking or biking the Dearborn Trail along the Ohio River, there is always something to do.

There are also a variety of restaurants, including an award winning brewery, great selection of retail stores, antiques, historic walking tours around town, public parks, boat marinas, an award winning bicycle shop and a bike rideshare program to get around the area.

Being situated between 2 casinos, Hollywood Casino in Lawrenceburg, IN and Rising Star Casino in Rising Sun, IN, offer additional options to stay and visit. 

Find additional accommodations around the city with a quick search on various short term rental sites. 

"As we all get back into the swing of getting out and about make sure to put Aurora, IN on your list of “Must See” places to visit. Your effort will be rewarded with an experience rich in history and 21st Century amenities," says Main Street Aurora. 

More information about your stay in Aurora can be found at https://aurora.in.us/ or  https://visitindiana.com/blog/index.php/2020/01/01/2020-small-towns/.

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