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.

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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!

Location

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.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center

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.

Indiana Dunes Tourism is the official destination marketing, planning, and development organization for the Indiana Dunes area/Porter County, IN. We operate the Visitor Center in partnership…

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