10 Things to Know When Visiting Notre Dame

Author: Molly Di Carlo

Whether you’re here for an hour or for a weekend,  Experience Notre Dame can help you make the most of your time.  Here's the answers to 10 questions to get you started on your time under the Dome. 

  1. What should I see while on campus?
    You’re probably familiar with the Golden Dome of Main Building, but there are several famous landmarks to explore when stopping by campus including the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Log Chapel, the Hesburgh Library, and Notre Dame Stadium. Stop by the Eck Visitor Center to sign up for a free tour. And do not miss the chance to visit the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore to make sure you have the latest spirit wear.

  2. Is there Wi-Fi on campus?
    Notre Dame’s Wi-Fi network is free and open to the public. Just look for “nd-guest” in your settings.

  3. Is Notre Dame a cashless campus?
    Notre Dame is a cashless campus. Convert cash to prepaid credit cards and use anywhere Visa is accepted. Two convenient kiosks are available: one on the lower level of the LaFortune Student Center, next to the ATMs, and one in the Duncan Student Center on the first floor, next to the ATMs.

  4. How can I order quick service food from campus eateries?
    Notre Dame food pickup and delivery are powered by Grubhub. We recommend you download the Grubhub app before your visit to order pickup from many of our locations.  Once downloaded, choose Campus Dining under 'account’ to see all of our campus restaurant locations including Chick-fil-A, Modern Market and Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh. Some quick service locations have walk-up kiosks for ordering food on site. For more information, visit How to Dine on Campus.

  5. Where are public restrooms located on campus?
    There are several public bathrooms available on campus. Try Morris Inn or Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore on the south side of campus, LaFortune Student Center on the north side, or Duncan Student Center on the east side.

  6. Does Notre Dame recycle?
    The University is working toward a goal of reaching 75 percent diversion by 2030. Paper, bottles, cans, and cardboard can be recycled—just look for the blue toters found across campus.

  7. What are the accommodations for nursing moms?
    A public lactation room is available in Duncan Student Center—Room W211 o the second floor via the south elevator bank. If you’re attending an event at Notre Dame Stadium, nursing mothers have access to the first aid rooms in the stadium. All pumping supplies are deemed for medical use and are allowed within the gates of Notre Dame Stadium and the Joyce Center.

  8. Are strollers and bikes allowed on campus?
    Cruise campus with your little ones. Strollers are allowed on campus grounds; however, they are not permitted in Notre Dame Stadium or the Joyce Center. Guests can bring their own bikes to ride on campus. Bike racks are placed in dozens of locations around campus, including outside academic buildings and residence halls. All visitors are encouraged to lock bikes to racks when not using them. Morris Inn guests also receive complimentary access to campus cruiser bikes and helmets from the front desk. 

  9. Can I bring my dog to campus?
    Campus is dog friendly, and so is Morris Inn. Morris Inn has pet-friendly rooms and welcomes your furry friends with dog biscuits and a water bowl at the entrance of the hotel. 

  10. Where can I park when I visit campus?
    Visitor parking is available in the Walsh Visitor Lot (paid parking), Joyce and Compton Lots (paid parking), Baseball Lot (paid parking), Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore (one-hour parking), Morris Inn (for guests of the hotel or its restaurants), and Legends of Notre Dame (for customers only). Note: Visitor lots will convert to event parking guidelines for all home football games, concerts, or major events.