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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Top Seven Things to Do at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center | Indiana Dunes

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!

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.

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.

Itinerary Planning

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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