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Indiana tourism brochures, scroll down to order brochures to be mailed directly to you, click the tabs to get more information on the brochures, then use the form to order them, 2024 indiana travel guide.

Download the digital copy or pick up a copy at your local INDOT rest area or welcome center! 

2025 IN Indiana Travel Guides will be available in March.

2024 Indiana Festival Guide

The must-have book for travelers and locals IN Indiana. It is always festival season IN Indiana!

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2024 Adventures in Festival Country Indiana

Located just south of Indy, Festival Country has festivals, music, charming downtowns, wine, craft brews, water…

2024 SoIN Visitor Guide

Visit SoIN on the Ohio River: Clarksville, Jeffersonville, New Albany, Charlestown & Starlight.

3rd Largest Amish Community in US, Visit Shipshewana Indiana

See Shipshewana Indiana - including Amish cooking, animal farms, charming B&Bs, outdoor fun & more!

A Fun Family Getaway in Fort Wayne

Explore Indiana's 2nd-largest city, with a top-10 in the US Children's Zoo, & new Riverfront Park!

Along the South Shore

Minutes from Chicago! Explore the Indiana Dunes, casinos, candy factory, waterpark, & more!

Amish Country - Northern Indiana

Visit Bristol, Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury, Nappanee, Wakarusa and Shipshewana along the scenic Heritage Trail.

Anderson Madison County Visitors Bureau

Plan your next visit to Anderson Madison County today.

Bloomington Visitors Guide - 2024

Explore Bloomington including Indiana University, unique attractions, special events & festivals.

Chautauqua Wawasee Program Calendar - 2024

Join us for Life Enriching Programs for the whole family on Indiana’s Largest Natural Lake.

City of Evansville and Downtown Evansville Map

With sweeping views of the Ohio River, you’ll always enjoy discovering all there is to love about Evansville’s…

Covered Bridges in Putnam & Parke Counties

40 Covered Bridges, Turkey Run & Lieber State Parks, Raccoon & Rockville Lakes, Golf, Art & more.

Daviess County - Authentic Amish Tours

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Dubois County Visitors Guide

The official Dubois County Visitors Guide is your go-to resource for all there is to discover in southern Indiana.

Experience Madison

Madison is a picturesque community that celebrates a rich history and offers year-round activities.

Explore Kokomo

Explore Kokomo Opalescent Glass factory tours, Elwood Haynes and Greentown Glass museums, Seiberling Mansion, art experiences, antiques, trails, breweries, boutiques and more.

Forge Your Path - East Central Indiana

You matter here. East Central Indiana has 9 counties, nearly 400,000 people and endless opportunities for you to build a life and make a difference here.

Fulton County Brochure

Nestled along the Tippecanoe River and conveniently located off of US 31, Fulton County will give you plenty of reasons to become a repeat visitor. Come visit our charming communities and fall in love with our laid-back vibe and friendly hospitality.

Hamilton County- Just north of Indy

Visit Hamilton County, just north of Indy. A safe, memorable visit is closer than you think.

Hendricks County

Discover small-town charm combined with big-city adventure just west of Indy.

Indiana DNR Recreation Guide

Official guide to state parks, inns, reservoirs, forests, fish and wildlife areas, historic sites and more.

Kosciusko County

Visit Kosciusko County in Northern Indiana and enjoy our over 100 lakes, 11 trail systems, and many opportunities for outdoor recreation. The place to plan your getaway is Clearly Kosciusko. 

Muncie Visitors Bureau

Muncie is you premiere location in East Central Indiana for a wise variety of entertainment, dining, culture, and recreation. We invite you to pick up an Experience Guide and let us share all of these amazing features with you.

Noble County Visitor's Guide

Welcome to Noble County, where nature rejuvenates you IN Indiana! We are delighted you've picked Noble! Noble County is a destination where nature rejuvenates you. With a state park, miles of trails, and 117 lakes, this is a peaceful place to unplug and unwind from your busy schedule. Noble County is home to one of the only perfumeries in the US, along with a state historic site, the only windmill museum east of the Mississippi River, and an animal sanctuary. Noble County has many experiences for you and your family to enjoy... engage with us for a closer look! Explore the many things that await your visit to Noble County when you download our digital visitor's guide.

Relive the Story in Vincennes/Knox County

Indiana's first city, an ideal getaway for history enthusiasts.

Ripley County - Southeast Indiana – Adventure Awaits

Milan '54 Basketball Museum, Versailles State Park (mountain biking, hiking, boating, & camping), fun & more!

South Bend Mishawaka and Notre Dame

Get ready to explore The Bend with the official guide to South Bend Mishawaka. Home to the University of Notre Dame, stunning museums, whitewater rafting, winter adventure, amazing dining and much more.

Spencer County Visitors Bureau

Santa Claus, Indiana, is home to Holiday World & Splashin' Safari and Christmas-themed attractions.

Steuben County Visitor's Guide

With more than 101 natural lakes and Indiana’s most beautiful state park, Steuben County is a recreational wonderland. 

Owen County, Indiana

Indiana's first State Park, McCormick's Creek and Rustic Canyon Inn; Cataract Falls SRA; a Winery & more!

Visit French Lick West Baden

Relive the extraordinary history and vibrant lifestyles: ultimate luxury, and many opportunities for all ages.

Visit Michigan City LaPorte

Discover why Michigan City is a favorite lake vacation escape. Download or request a free Visitors Guide.

Visit Richmond-Wayne County

Enjoy alluring outdoor adventures, chocolate trail, Antique Alley & Check out our lodging packages.

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i-80 Hammond

I-80/94 at Illinois/Indiana state line

us 30 Merrillville

NB I-65 at US-30 (-0.1 miles)

WB I-94 at I-80 (+0.1 miles)

i-65 Merrillville

NB I-65 at 61st Ave (+0.1 miles)

i-65 Sellersburg

I-65 at Sellersburg, Ind.(Exit 9 - SR 311)

i-65 Crown Point

NB I-65 at 101st Ave (+0.1 miles)

i-65 Jeffersonville

I-65 just South of I-265 Exit 6 Indiana

NB I-65 at IN-231 (-0.2 miles)

i-64 New Albany

I-64 at New Albany, Ind.

31 New Albany

Sherman Minton Br (Indiana side)

n county road 225 e Fishers

Fishers: I-69: 1-069-202-7-1 96TH ST

NB I-65 at 73rd Ave (+0.3 miles)

WB I-80 at US-41

NB I-65 at I-80 (-0.5 miles)

i-265 New Albany

I-64 at I-265 in Ind.

interstate blvd Indianapolis

Indianapolis

WB I-80 at Burr St (-0.1 miles)

us 50 Lawrenceburg

I-275 at US-50, Exit 16, Indiana

i-94 Chesterton

WB I-94 at IN-49

WB I-80 at Kennedy Ave

I-64 at Ind. 150

I-65 at Eastern Ave. Ind. Exit 2 Indiana

NB I-65 at IN-231 (+0.7 miles)

WB I-80 at IN-912 (-0.1 miles)

WB I-94 at Beam St (+0.6 miles)

I-65 at SR 60 Exit 7 Indiana

WB I-80 at Hohman Ave (+0.2 miles)

us 20 Chesterton

WB I-94 at US-20

NB I-65 at 153rd Ave (-1.3 miles)

i-65 Shelby

NB I-65 at 217th Ave

I-275 at US-50 Underpass (E of OH/IN Line)

i-94 Portage

WB I-94 at IN-149 (+0.9 miles)

WB I-80 at Grant St (-0.2 miles)

WB I-94 at IN-249 (+0.8 miles)

WB I-94 at IN-149 (+0.3 miles)

NB I-65 at 15th Ave (-0.1 miles)

NB I-65 at 137th Ave (-0.6 miles)

us 30 Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne: I-69: 1-069-309-2-1 US 30/US 33/SR 930/GOSHEN RD

us 50 Vincennes

US 50 WB at Lawrenceville - West

Indianapolis: I-70: itmc-test1

NB I-65 at 53rd Ave

i-465 Indianapolis

Indianapolis › East: I-465: 1-465-042-7-1 N OF I-70 EAST

NB I-65 at 37th Ave (+0.1 miles)

WB I-94 at US-20 (-0.7 miles)

WB I-94 at Jensen Dr (+0.3 miles)

i-65 Lafayette

Lafayette: I-65: 1-065-172-1 SR

WB I-94 at Waverly Rd (-0.1 miles)

i-80 Lake Station

WB I-80 at Central Ave (-0.1 miles)

NB I-65 at US-20 (-0.3 miles)

WB I-80 at IN-53 (-0.1 miles)

US-12 Granger

@ Anderson Road - West

US 50 WB at Lawrenceville - East

NB I-65 at 49th Ave (+0.4 miles)

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With winter storm impacting road conditions, what Indiana's travel advisory map means

For a general sense of road conditions in each county, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security has created a color-coded map indicating travel advisory levels. 

The county travel status map uses three colors to show the road conditions within the county, not specific roadways. 

Here’s what the map means: 

Yellow is the lowest travel advisory. Yellow indicates that drivers should use caution or avoid the area, and typical travel may be restricted in certain areas. 

If a county is orange on the map, conditions are considered threatening to the public’s safety. Only essential travel is encouraged while under a “watch” local advisory, such as work commutes or in emergency situations. Emergency action plans should be implemented by businesses, schools, government agencies and other organizations. 

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Red, the highest level of advisory, means only emergency management workers should be on the roads at the time. In this “warning” phase, county residents are asked to refrain from any travel, to follow necessary emergency measures and follow directions from officials. 

How county travel status is set

According to the IDHS, the travel status levels are declared by each county's emergency management agency.

As counties initiate official travel advisories and notify the state, the IDHS map is automatically updated to reflect that information.

Johnson County Emergency Management Director Stephanie Sichting said travel levels are determined after local officials go out and make first-hand assessments of the conditions.

If a travel level needs to be increased or decreased, Sichting and other state emergency management directors have access to a web portal that allows them to send that information to the state in an instant.

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Sichting said that information is typically reflected on the statewide travel map within a minute or two. 

"And you can keep track of it as it goes up or down. It tells you the time and date that we report it," Sichting said.

She added that local officials understand that travel restrictions can be inconvenient for residents or businesses who are trying to keep to their regular schedules. But making the decision to go from orange to red is not something that is done on whim. 

"It's not our intent to cause them any distress," she said. "We just want to keep everybody safe."

The county travel map can be viewed at  https://www.in.gov/dhs/traveladvisory/ .

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A travel guide to Indiana full of family fun, historic landmarks and unique experiences

Indianapolis motor speedway and marengo cave are just 2 popular tourist stops in the hoosier state.

Galapagos tortoise siblings face off in slo-mo at Indiana zoo

The Potawatomi Zoo captured footage of two Galapagos tortoise sisters squaring up by stretching their necks long as a way to intimidate one another. The one with the biggest stretch usually comes out on top as the winner.

While in Indiana, there are plenty of tourist attractions that can be enjoyed by the whole family. 

The town of Santa Claus is an adored spot for a touch of holiday cheer any time of year. 

If the timing is right, you can catch the infamous Indianapolis 500 while in the state. If not, there are plenty of other races that take place at Indianapolis Motor Speedway throughout the year and tons of history to be learned at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. 

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If you need inspiration about what to do while you're in the Hoosier State, below are a few ideas to add to your itinerary.

• Visit the town of Santa Claus
• Stop at the boyhood home of Abraham Lincoln
• Catch a race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Museum
• Explore Marengo Cave
• Go to Indiana Dunes National Park

Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Dunes National Park are two of many favored tourist attractions in Indiana. (Sean Gardner/Getty Images I DIANE DESOBEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

1. Visit the town of Santa Claus

There are so many attractions that fill the town of Santa Claus, Indiana. 

There is plenty to see and do in Santa Claus, including Holiday World & Splashin' Safari. 

This theme park is full of exciting roller coasters and tons of attractions for the little ones in your family. Water rides are available to enjoy during the warmer months.

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While at Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, there are lots of shows, including ones full of magic and comedy, to see while you're visiting. 

If you are in need of holiday spirit before the season officially comes around, you can shop at the Santa Claus Christmas Store in the town and also visit the Santa Claus Museum & Village. 

Santa Claus, Indiana, is home to a family-friendly theme park and plenty of festive stops throughout the town. (Kevin Pang/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

2. Stop at the boyhood home of Abraham Lincoln

A short five miles away from Santa Claus is Lincoln City, where you can find the home where former President Abraham Lincoln spent much of his childhood. 

Lincoln was born in Kentucky, but his family later moved to Indiana, where he lived from 1816 until 1830, according to the National Park Service's website. 

While there, you can visit the park museum to learn more about the life of Lincoln, visit the Lincoln Living Historical Farm and walk the Boyhood Trail, just as Lincoln did while he was growing up. 

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3. Catch a race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Museum

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is home to the famous Indy 500, which has taken place since 1911, according to Indianapolis Motor Speedway's website. 

The Indy 500 is usually held in May, but the attraction is still worth a visit whatever time of year you find yourself in Indiana. 

Check the website to see what events are happening during your visit. 

While in Indiana, catch a thrilling race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

If you're visiting at a time when no events are taking place, you can always take a tour of the track for a behind-the-scenes look at the space. 

There's also a museum on site, but it is closed for renovation until April 2025. 

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4. Explore Marengo Cave

Many visitors head to Marengo Cave on their trip to Indiana. 

The cave's formation dates back around a million years, according to Marengo Cave's website, but it was not discovered until 1883.

In 1984, Marengo Cave was named a National Natural Landmark. 

If you love to camp, you can pitch a tent in the campground at Marengo Cave and bring your furry friends with you.  (iStock)

Tours of the cave take place year around, with two different walking tours offered to visitors. 

One is the "Crystal Palace" tour, which takes about 40 minutes, and the "Dripstone Trail," which is a 60-minute tour. 

There are many other activities that are available at the cave beyond the walking tours, like a waterfall crawl and an underground adventure. 

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If you want to stay close to Marengo Cave, there is a campground where you can pitch a tent or rent a cabin for a more luxurious camping experience. 

5. Go to Indiana Dunes National Park

If you like to camp, fish and hike, Indiana Dunes National Park is for you. 

Dunewood Campground is open for overnight stays from April 1 through Oct. 31, according to the National Park Service's website, though the park itself is open year round.

Make sure to take your camera with you, as you will be surrounded by stunning views worth snapping a photo of. 

Ashlyn Messier is a writer for Fox News Digital. 

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