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Our Bloomington Visitors Center is your one-stop-shop for all travel and tourism inquiries related to Monroe County. Our helpful information specialists are here to answer your questions, assist in planning your trip, suggest things to do, and provide guidance on any other topic you're interested in during a visit to the area. Feel free to stop by for an in-person chat, or call us at (800) 800-0037.

You'll also find brochures and guides on Monroe County's many  attractions , as well as information about other Indiana destinations, at our Visitors Center. Stop by once you get to town to pick up publications pertinent to your visit, and browse the wonderful collection of locally-made gift items for purchase at our  B-Town Store  while you're in.

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Indiana’s Cool North is calling.

Experience the state’s best kept secret. Come explore our eight eclectic counties filled with all sorts of gems—hidden and otherwise—that you might be surprised to find side by side.

Where else you can visit the Indiana Dunes, ride in a real Amish buggy, hit a Vegas-style casino, and walk the grounds of the University of Notre Dame in the same day? Yeah, it’s eclectic mix—but we’d suggest that’s part of what makes it so cool. Plan your visit to Indiana’s Cool North.

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Indiana Dunes

Chesterton, Portage, Valparaiso, Porter, Hebron, Kouts

Rolling sand dunes. A national park. Relaxing beach vibes. Endless aquatic adventures. And that’s just what you’ll find along the shore. Explore a little more in Indiana Dunes and you’ll discover world-class dining, unique shopping experiences, and fantastic accommodations. A mecca for lovers of the great outdoors, you might need to add another day to your stay with all there is to see and do!

Michigan City Laporte

Michigan City, LaPorte, Westville, Wanatah

Looking for a laid-back vacation, or is it time to let loose and live it up? You’ll find the perfect blend of both in Michigan City LaPorte. Roll the dice or shop till you drop. Explore the area’s unique history or carve out your own outdoor adventure. Whatever you decide, one thing is for sure—authentic Midwestern spirit comes standard.

South Bend Mishawaka

Notre Dame, South Bend, Mishawaka, New Carlisle, North Liberty

Big city attractions and small town charm. You’ll find the best of both worlds when you visit this vibrant Northern Indiana county. The iconic campus of the University of Notre Dame is a must-see, and each community holds its own hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Kid-friendly fun? Definitely. Outdoor activities? Absolutely. The ideal getaway to suit your travel style is waiting in South Bend Mishawaka.

Elkhart County

Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury, Nappanee, Bristol, Wakarusa, Shipshewana

Amish life and culture play a big part in daily life here in Indiana’s Cool North, and Elkhart County is no exception. Whether by car, by bike, or by buggy, tour the Heritage Trail and discover the communities that Northern Indiana is famous for. Winding nature trails, quilt gardens and historic downtowns all add to an experience that is original, authentic, and a little outside of the ordinary.

Warsaw, Syracuse, Winona Lake, North Webster, Pierceton

It doesn’t get any better than life on the lakes. And with over 100 of them, you’re sure to find a unique experience around every turn. Dine on the water’s edge at The Village at Winona, explore eclectic artisan’s shops, or take an old-school ride on a sternwheeler boat. The name might be a little tricky, but there’s definitely nothing complicated about life in Kosciusko County.

Shipshewana LaGrange County

Shipshewana, LaGrange, Topeka

You won’t hear phrases like “daily grind” or “rush hour commute” in these parts. Life in Shipshewana LaGrange County is unhurried, uncomplicated, and definitely unlike anywhere else. Amish culture thrives here, and combined with a focus on the great outdoors, this truly is the place to get away from it all.

South Shore

Whiting, Gary, Saint John, Merrillville, Hammond

Discover the City of Whiting, nestled between Chicago and the shores of Lake Michigan, with their World of Mascots at the Mascot Hall of Fame, interactive children’s museum. You won’t want to miss the Hard Rock Casino or Miller Beach in Gary, and the Albanese Candy Factory in Merrillville, Stop at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond to view exhibits, purchase your gifts, or get information about the area.

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Free Notre Dame Home Sporting Events

August 01 - May 31, 2024

The University of Notre Dame home athletic events - not including football, basketball and hockey - that fans can attend free of charge

Shipshewana Auctions

Auctions are held every Wednesday and Friday, year-round

Antique and miscellaneous auctions and a livestock auction is held every Wednesday. A horse auction is held every Friday, in addition to special yearly sales.

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Indiana's Cool North has a number of theatres. See the individual theatres for their show and concert schedules.

The Path That Ventures Within: Inspirations Found Along Indiana Dunes Trails

January 13 - May 12, 2024

Color photographs of Herb Barghusen depict a familiar landscape and are paired with poems by Robert Longoni.

South Bend Cubs Baseball

April 9 - September 1

These Cubs are a High-A affiliate of the big league squad., and has been recognized as one of the best ballparks in the Minor League. 

CALUMET VOICES, NATIONAL STORIES

April 19 - October 06, 2024

Developed by the Field Museum, the exhibition series showcases Calumet’s natural environment, industrial might, and cultural richness.

Shipshewana Ship-Chic Craft & Vintage Shows

April 20, October 26, & December 7, 2024

A show featuring gifts, vintage items, home decor, crafts, clothing, accessories, jewelry, baked goods, signs and more!

WAKARUSA MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL

April 26 - April 28, 2024

Hot from the griddle pancakes smothered in pure maple syrup are a highlight at this event that’s been a town tradition

Shipshewana Swap Meets

Swap Meets are held on select Saturdays, daylight to 1pm, Apr-Oct

The Swap Meet is an outdoor, open-air marketplace, selling fowl, poultry, small animals, pets, produce, baked goods, antiques, guns, flowers, trees, shrubs, and food

Annual Nappanee Spring Market

April 27 - April 27, 2024

A unique shopping experience offering a blend of handcrafted artisan vendors, direct sales companies, and local specialty shops.

Hoosier Coho Club Pro/Am Fishing Contest

April 27-28; May 4-5

Hoosier Coho Club’s Pro/Am is a Lake Michigan salmon and trout fishing contest with cash prizes.

Shipshewana Flea Market & Auctions

Flea Market every Tuesday and Wednesday, Apr 30 to Sept 25, 2024

The Shipshewana Flea Market is a do-not-miss Hoosier tradition with an open-air market the size of 30 football fields.

Classic Car Cruise In

Thursday evenings from 4:30pm-8pm, May 2 through September 26

Whether you are a classic car owner or a car enthusiast this event is for you

Shipshewana Mayfest

May 03 - May 04, 2024

Ole’ fashioned hometown fun, bustling with kid’s activities, live entertainment, tournaments, food trucks, benefit breakfast and more!

Munster Car Show

May 04 - May 04, 2024

Enter your car or truck in this spectacular car show or join us for a terrific display of vehicles.

CHESTERTON’S EUROPEAN MARKET

Every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October

Our European Market provides a strong tradition of quality shopping, live entertainment, and a festive community experience.

3RD ANNUAL BIRDS OF PREY JAMBOREE

Meet the bird of prey ambassadors of Humane Indiana to learn about different species of hawks, owls, and falcons

Gary SouthShore Railcats

May 10 - Sept 2

The three-time champion RailCats are the South Shore's professional baseball team.

INDIANA DUNES BIRDING FESTIVAL

May 16 - May 19, 2024

The Indiana Dunes Birding Festival is an annual event hosted by the Indiana Audubon Society that showcases the abundance of migratory birds in the Indiana Dunes.

Memorial Day Weekend at Hesston Steam Museum

May 25 - May 27, 2024

The three different railroads will be running,  with exhibits that demonstrate the tremendous power of the steam locomotive.

Michigan City Food Truck Festival

May 25 - May 26, 2024

Michigan City will host an assortment of gourmet food trucks, live music games and delicious drinks off the beach.

Extended Shipshewana Flea Markets

Memorial Day: May 27-29; Independence Day: July 2-4; Labor Day: Sept 2-4, 2024

The Midwest’s Largest Flea Market has extended markets on Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.

Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail

May 30 - September 15, 2024

This colorful patchwork of quilt inspired gardens and quilt-themed murals is linked by the roads that form the Heritage Trail.

Hobart Lakefront Festival

May 30 - June 02, 2024

This four-day event features live entertainment, an arts and crafts area, children’s activities, food vendors and beer garden.

Elkhart County Quilt & Fiber Expo

June 06 - June 08, 2024

Three days of seminars, demonstrations, presentations, and workshops.

Singing Sands Sand Sculpting Festival

June 07 - June 09, 2024

A professional sand sculpting 3-day competition and exhibition on Michigan City's lakefront

GOSHEN FIRST FRIDAYS – Wheels & Deals

June 07 - June 07, 2024

This event places a special focus on Goshen’s bicycle-friendly outlook.

RHAPSODY ART AND MUSIC FESTIVAL

June 07 - June 08, 2024

A waterside celebration of summer at Island Park

Shipshewana Weekend Flea Markets

June 14-15 and August 2-3, 2024

The Shipshewana Flea Market will be open for a special weekend flea market!

Elkhart Jazz Festival

June 20 - June 23, 2024

Downtown Elkhart’s Arts & Entertainment district comes alive with a 4 day celebration of jazz, including free concerts.

Cedar Lake Summerfest

July 04 - July 07, 2024

Family fun festival, carnival, bingo, entertainment, food vendors, cardboard boat race, car show and rides along with two nights of fireworks.

FESTIVAL OF THE LAKES

July 17 - July 21, 2024

Five nights of fun on Wolf Lake with rides, live entertainment, Polka Party and fishing derby.

Elkhart County 4-H Fair

July 19-27, 2024

Non-stop action and 9 days of family fun are guaranteed at one of the largest county fairs in the nation.

Pierogi Fest

July 26 - July 28, 2024

Taking place in Whiting, Indiana, Pierogi Fest® celebrates Eastern European food and culture with a wacky familial twist.

City of LaPorte Lakefest

LakeFest boasts three days of music, AquaX racing, artisan market, venetian boat parade, fireworks, food and fun for the whole family on LaPorte’s lakes.

XINSURANCE Great Lakes Grand Prix

July 31 - August 04, 2024

Thousands of visitors head to Michigan City’s Washington Park each summer for a spectacle of speed and sound as some of the world’s fastest and most colorful powerboats roar across Lake Michigan

Gary Air Show

August 17 - August 18, 2024

Come see aerial acts perform along the south shore of Lake Michigan at the beautiful Marquette Park, just outside of the Indiana Dunes National Park.

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Southern Indiana Visitor Center

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Whether you’re here on vacation, on a business trip, camping, or have walked or biked over the  Big Four Bridge  to see us, our Visitor Center is a great place to begin your southern Indiana visit!

Conveniently located in downtown Jeffersonville, our helpful staff can answer your questions and provide directions and insider tips on area hotels, restaurants, parks, campsites, entertainment, and attractions. The visitor center also offers unique memorabilia, so you can purchase a gift or memento to remember us by.

228 Spring St., Suite 106, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 812-280-5566 Hours: Mon-Sat: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun. Noon – 5 p.m. Email: [email protected]

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Directions to the Southern Indiana Visitor Center from Interstate 65

I-65’s Lincoln and Kennedy Bridges connecting Kentucky & Indiana are tolled. More information on tolls and how to get here. From I-65 South:

• Cross the Lincoln Bridge into Indiana
• Use the right lane to take exit 0 for 6th St. toward Court Ave.
• Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto W Court Ave.
• Turn Right onto Spring St.
• The Southern Indiana Visitor Center will be on the left

From I-65 North:

• Take exit 1 to merge onto US-31 S toward Stansifer Ave./10th St.
• Merge onto US-31 S
• Use the middle lane to take the 6th St. ramp to 10th St./Court Ave.
• Use the right lane to merge onto US-31 S
• Take the exit toward 10th St.
• Continue onto 10th St.
• Turn right onto Spring St.

Opened to the public in February 2024, the new Southern Indiana Visitor Center in Downtown Jeffersonville puts the visitor center within walking distance of some of Southern Indiana’s top attractions including:

• Big Four Station Park – Indiana’s end of the Big Four Pedestrian Bridge and host of Abbey Road on the River
• Jeffersonville RiverStage - home of Jammin’ in Jeff, a free summer concerts series featuring local bands and major acts
• Ohio River Greenway – a 7.5-mile multi-use trail connecting Jeffersonville, Clarksville and New Albany
• Schimpff’s Confectionary – a more than 130-year-old family owned and operated candy shop offering free candy-making demonstrations
• NoCo Arts & Cultural District – one of 12 accredited arts districts in Indiana featuring colorful murals, maker space and museums
• Restaurants – pizza, pubs, international cuisine and more
• Shops – locally-owned boutiques, antique shops and gift shops
• And plenty of places to stay , including riverside Stays and a historic bed & breakfast.

SoIN Tourism’s new visitor center and offices were designed by arc , a Southern Indiana-based “innovation company” that specializes in creating unique and interactive spaces.

Southern Indiana Mobile Visitor Center

You can interact with the SoIN Tourism team as we take our show on the road. Our Mobile Visitor helps deliver more information about all of the area’s fun places, as well as events and happenings, at major events in SoIN and beyond. Look for our colorful vehicle with its eye-catching design and come interact with our friendly travel counselors. We look forward to seeing you and sharing how Southern Indiana is “SoIN”!

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Indiana Dunes Visitor Center

The best way to live like a local is to learn from a local. Start your trip at the Visitor Center and chat with our destination ambassadors — they’re our experts on everything Indiana Dunes has to offer. From activities and attractions to dining and shopping, they’ll help you curate the perfect vacation itinerary.

Top Seven Things to Do at the Visitor Center

The Indiana Dunes Visitor Center is open 362 days a year. And while yes, we do have bathrooms, there's a lot more going on here than serving as a pit stop. Stop by to see for yourself!

The Visitor Center is conveniently located at 1215 N. State Road 49, Porter, IN 46304, just north of the Indiana Toll Road and Interstate 94, and south of U.S. 20.

Visitor Center Amenities

• Guides and brochures detailing all the great attractions, restaurants, lodging, and more in the Indiana Dunes area.
• An exhibit hall featuring Indiana Dunes artwork from the Indiana Dunes National Park’s Artist-in-Residence program, wildlife displays, and interactive displays for children.
• A gift shop operated by the Indiana Dunes National Park featuring clothing, books, stuffed animals, and other great merchandise.
• Display cases highlighting local businesses and attractions.
• Restrooms and drinking fountains.
• Art walk with photo opportunities
• An after-hours lobby with 24/7 access to brochures and a phone that people can use to call directly to local lodging facilities.

Exhibit Room

Get a taste of local Hoosier history before you explore. With our ever-changing exhibit room, you can learn about the history and ecology of the Indiana Dunes at our in-house movie theatre, peruse educational materials in our bookstore, and take in the building’s eco-friendly architecture. You might even pick up a few ideas about some environmentally-friendly things you can do at home.

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Want a personalized tour of the Indiana Dunes area? We do that too! Just stop by the Visitor Center and one of our front desk destination ambassadors will handpick the perfect itinerary full of Indiana Dunes attractions, activities, and accommodations tailored for you.

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For more information, please reach out via phone or email, and one of our helpful destination concierges will assist you.

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Welcome to Madison Indiana, a picturesque community that not only celebrates its rich history, but also incorporates the convenience of 21st century living. Madison sits along the banks of the mighty Ohio River surrounded by beautiful Clifty Falls State Park and retains the distinction of the largest contiguous National Historic Landmark District in the U.S.

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The best way to experience our beautiful campus is by taking a campus tour. On designated Sundays*, the IU Visitor Information Center offers a student-led tour at 1pm. Our tours on Sunday afternoons are open to prospective students, alumni, visitors to campus, and community members. We also offer group tours and provide information for self-guided tours.

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Our Sunday tours are led by students eager to show you our beautiful campus.  Tours depart at 1:00pm from the IU Visitor Information Center and cover the central campus.

Sunday Campus Tours with the IU Visitor's Information Center are currently full for the rest of the Spring 2024 semester. Please check back soon for Fall 2024 dates.

Group Tours

Group visits are available by request for schools or organizations with elementary or middle school students. After we receive your group visit request, we will work to accommodate your group (subject to availability). Please submit your request at least four weeks before your intended visit date. If you have questions about a group visit request, please email [email protected] .

We are no long accepting Group Tour reservations for the Spring 2024 semester.

Additional Resources

*If you're looking for a tour on Monday - Saturday or a tour with an admissions presentation , please visit The Office of Admissions website to sign up for one of their tours.

Virtual Tour

If you are unable to visit Bloomington, but would still like to explore campus, we encourage you to view IU's  interactive virtual tour .

Office of Admission’s Interactive Virtual Tour

Self-guided Tours

If you are unable to join a guided tour, or would prefer to take a tour on your own, you may pick up information in our office or download the document below to facilitate a self-guided tour. Our staff is here to help you personalize your experience.

**Please note: Some buildings on campus may not be accessible to visitors.**

Download our Self-Guided Tour

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Partnership is Key

The Indiana County Tourist Bureau (ICTB) works with a widespread network of partnerships and cooperatives to attract visitors from across the country and the world through broad tourism marketing initiatives.  The tourist bureau’s close connection with area businesses and organizations on the local level, coupled with the personal relationships of organizations at the state and national level, have made Indiana County a national player in the tourism industry.  In addition, forging strong partnerships with fellow tourist bureaus in neighboring counties, such as Armstrong, Butler and Lawrence, the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, as well as with the Pennsylvania state tourism office, has created a united tourism presence in the region, bringing bottom line dollars to this area of Pennsylvania.

Marketing and Promotions

Comprehensive marketing and promotions are targeted to specific audiences, including motor coach tour groups, sports and leisure groups, meetings and conventions, educational trips and corporate groups.  Working to bring large groups to the county for single and multi-day excursions, whether business-related, for recreation, or a combination of the two, brings tourism-related dollars to the area.  Indiana County employs nearly 2,000 residents within the tourism & hospitality industry, making it a multi-million dollar contributor to Indiana County’s economy.

In addition to the marketing and promotion of Indiana County, the tourist bureau offers memberships to businesses, non-profit groups, clubs, organizations, one-time event groups and individuals.  Membership benefits include free internet exposure on the ICTB website and event promotion through an online calendar, weekly email-blast, and social media outlets. Additional ICTB membership benefits include a complimentary listing (with option for paid advertisement) in the visitor guide , the latest industry news, networking opportunities, group-target marketing and free distribution of printed marketing collateral.

The tourist bureau serves as an integral distribution center for tourism-related news and information in Indiana County. Assisting both visitors and residents alike, ICTB provides information and resources about their members and local events and attractions as well as the county and region in general. Whether you are looking for a place to stay while visiting the area, planning to bring your convention or sports tournament to the region, seeking a great place to dine, unique places to shop, or just want to explore the region, the Indiana County Tourist Bureau can assist you in your needs.

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