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Magical Memories Are Waiting to Be Made

Discover the wonder and tradition of the University of Notre Dame through experiences that spark curiosity and ignite joy. Revel in the beauty of a sunset walk around our picturesque lakes. Light a candle at the Grotto or visit the sacred space of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Lose yourself in a melodic symphony, immerse in a world of art, or challenge yourself to a memorable round of golf.

With so much to experience and explore, every moment at Notre Dame is a treasure waiting to be discovered.

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  • Front of the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore with a green Notre Dame banner hung above the door

    Shop at ND

    Get your gear for Gameday and commemorate your visit at one of our many shopping locations.

  • Eck Center, a brown brick building, at the University of Notre Dame, featuring a large arched window above the entrance, framed by green leaves.

    Eck Visitors Center

    The starting point for free public campus tours and also home to the Notre Dame Alumni Association.

  • Aerial view of Notre Dame Stadium at dusk during a concert. A large crowd holds up lights, creating a glowing effect throughout the stadium. The stage, lit in purple and blue, is visible, and the press box is illuminated in the background. The Golden Dome can be seen in the distance.

    Stadium Experiences

    See the iconic Bob Hinton Tunnel and take photos in the North End Zone at Notre Dame Stadium.

  • The Basilica of the Sacred Heart's main spire and clock tower, framed by green trees, against a partly cloudy sky.

    Basilica of the Sacred Heart

    Pray, reflect, and celebrate momentous occasions at this sacred and breathtaking location on campus.

  • Aerial view of a small chapel, known as All Souls Chapel, with a brown roof and gold cupola situated within a cemetery, known as Cedar Grove Cemetery, with rows of headstones and a paved pathway on a sunny day.

    Cedar Grove Cemetery

    A peaceful location for memory and reflection, inhabiting 22 acres of land at the entrance of Notre Dame's campus.

  • Clarke Memorial Fountain, also known as "Stonehenge," on the University of Notre Dame campus. Multiple stone pillars, with water in the middle, form a memorial fountain. The sun shines through the structure and a bright blue sky encapsulates the scene.

    Clarke Memorial Fountain ("Stonehenge")

    Take a moment of silence at the Clarke Memorial Fountain, paying tribute to those Notre Dame graduates who gave their lives in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

  • Interior of Debartolo Performing Arts Center

    DeBartolo Performing Arts Center

    See a world-class performance to complete your visit to Notre Dame.

  • The Grotto at the University of Notre Dame surrounded by vibrant pink tulips. A stone path leads through the flowers to the arched grotto, where a statue of Mary stands.

    Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

    A special place to spend a few quiet moments, no matter your connection to the University.

  • Hesburgh Library at the University of Notre Dame, featuring the iconic "Word of Life" mural known as "Touchdown Jesus," under a bright blue sky with white clouds.

    Hesburgh Library

    A hub for Notre Dame’s intellectual pursuits and an enduring symbol of the University’s commitment to academic excellence.

  • Pink tulips bloom in front of the Main Building at the University of Notre Dame, its golden dome shining against a cloudy sky.

    Main Building

    The Main Building, with its famous Golden Dome, is a centerpiece of Notre Dame’s past and present.

  • Interior picture of the Raclin Museum of Art

    Raclin Murphy Museum of Art

    Opening this fall, immerse in a world of art with one of the most significant and largest collections of any academic museum in the country.

  • The Golden Dome and Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame are seen across St. Mary's Lake, framed by blooming purple trees.

    The Lakes

    Admire the picturesque views of campus at St. Mary's and St. Joseph's Lakes.

  • A student in a navy blue t-shirt and athletic shorts sits on a park bench reading, with the University of Notre Dame's Log Chapel in the background. Several bicycles are parked near the chapel.

    The Log Chapel

    Reflect on the earliest days of Notre Dame at this quiet lakeside space.

  • Pink magnolia blossoms on a branch frame and a blurred view of a jogger in red along the shore of St. Mary's Lake.

    Walking and Running Paths

    Take in the beauty of the University while walking or running on the many paths woven throughout campus.

  • Warren Golf Course Clubhouse and 18th hole green with the Warren Golf Course 25th anniversary logo in the bottom right corner

    Warren Golf Course

    Play a memorable round at one of the top collegiate courses in the country or take part in Morris Inn's Stay and Play packages.

  • Overhead image of Downtown South Bend

    Visit South Bend

    Venture off campus to discover both the well-known and the roads less travelled around The Bend and Mishawaka.

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