Things To Do
Eddy Street Commons
Eddy Street Commons is located directly across the street from the Golden Dome at Notre Dame. Eddy street has a bunch of fun spots to eat if you are looking for somewhere to hang out close to campus.
Bin 23 Bistro
Bin 23 Bistro is a locally owned traditional French bistro serving French-influenced favorites. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner. They also offer wine tastings!
Villa Macri
Jack and Christina's favorite Italian restaurant in the area. We went here on our anniversary and it has been on of our favorites ever since.
Cafe Navarre
Café Navarre brings you modern American cuisine with European influences. Navarre offers prime steaks, fresh fish, and seafood along with dishes created with seasonal elements from local farms that are unmistakable in flavor and quality.
Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
One of the Lombardi family's favorite dining spots! Tabor Hill is one of the only wineries in Michigan to offer a dining experience in the heart of the vineyard, this picturesque setting is the perfect destination for a night out with friends and family. (Just note it is about 30 minutes away from campus)
Nick's Patio
For those who have been long time Notre Dame fans and visitors of South Bend, then you know that Nick's Patio is a must for breakfast. "We are a family-run, independent restaurant and have been a Michiana tradition for over 30 years. We are proud to serve homemade recipes of daily specials and soups made by our in-house Chef. We cut all of our meats in house and prepare unique entrees from scratch you can't find anywhere else. Enjoy our Award-Winning Breakfast served 24 hours along with our lunch and dinner menu. See you soon!"
Rohr’s
If you are looking for a bite to eat on campus, Rohr's is a modern tavern – a casual, warm gathering place with a focus on bright, flavorful food. Imagine a classic steakhouse with a twist highlighting colorful vegetables, fresh fish, and of course, signature steaks.
Carmela's Restaurant
Another great Italian restaurant. They are also known for their bakery if you are looking for something sweet!
Bonefish Grill
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
If you are interested in touring campus, The Grotto is a must see at Notre Dame. The grotto is an artificial rock-cave structure and replica of the Lourdes grotto in France. It is one of the quietest and most serene spots on the campus, and is used for reflection, prayer, and meditation, and outdoor masses. It is a popular spot for wedding proposals and photoshoots. The grotto is also popular with campus visitors and tourists, and it is quite busy during football weekends. After lighting a candle, you can walk around the St. Mary's Lake for a breathtaking view.
Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore
If you are looking for souvenir's, The Notre Dame bookstore has it all. You can also grab some coffee and food at the Gilded Bean, which is located inside.
Four Winds Casino South Bend
Here you can find gaming, bars and restaurants, including a steakhouse and buffet.
Notre Dame Golden Dome
An absolute must see if you are visiting the University of Notre Dame as it is the University's most recognizable landmark. Fun Facts: 1. The building is the location of many administrative offices of the university, including that of the president, Office of Admissions, and various other offices and services of the university. Additionally, it has classrooms and meeting rooms. 2. In campus lore, if a student ascended the front steps of the Main Building before graduation, that student was doomed never to graduate. This legend stems from traditionalist smoking rituals. Students were not deemed worthy to climb the steps and smoke with their professors until they received their degrees and were educational equals. 3. The statue of Mary atop the dome weighs 4,000 pounds and stands 19 feet tall. It was a gift from the sisters, students, and alumnae of adjacent Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame's sister school.
Notre Dame Stadium
The Notre Dame Stadium was built in 1930 under the guidance of Knute Rockne, regarded as one of the greatest coaches in college football history, which gave rise to the stadium's nickname "The House that Rockne Built". Prior to the stadium's construction, the Fighting Irish played in Cartier Field. The stadium seating capacity was nearly 60,000 for decades, until a major renovation between 1994 and 1997 added an upper bowl and more than 20,000 additional seats, which increased the capacity to over 80,000. In 2014, the Campus Crossroads renovation decreased the seats to 77,622. The stadium has sold out regularly for home games since 1964. It is one of the oldest, most recognizable and iconic venues in college football. It is also famous for its view of the Touchdown Jesus mural.
The Word of Life Mural (Touchdown Jesus)
The side of the library facing the stadium is covered with a mural called The Word of Life, more commonly known as Touchdown Jesus. The mural's image of Jesus, visible from Notre Dame's football stadium, has arms raised in the same fashion as a referee signifying a touchdown. From this similarity came the mural's nickname, Touchdown Jesus.