Visitor Information

 

Parking

Enjoy Free Campus Parking

Parking is free across campus! After 5 p.m. and on weekends, visitors can park in any lot. On weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., please park only in designated visitor lots and spaces to avoid ticketing or towing. You can easily find parking locations on our interactive campus map or download our printable campus map for convenience.

Accommodations

Looking for the perfect place to stay? Whether you’re on a budget or seeking a hotel with the best pool, we’ve got options to suit your needs. Check out the latest accommodations and amenities on Local Hotels, provided by Visit Bloomington-Normal for up-to-date information.

Attractions

Looking for something to do during your downtime? Bloomington-Normal is always buzzing with events, from relaxing moments to thrilling plays, movies, and concerts. There’s no shortage of things to see and places to explore during your stay. Click on Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to discover what’s happening today!

Driving Directions

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Campus Map

From Chicago, IL (Approximately 130 miles) Take I-55 South to Veterans Parkway South (Business 55 - exit #167). Proceed about 4 miles and turn right onto Route 9 (Pekin West exit). Travel about 2 miles to Park Street and turn right.  

From Madison, WI (Approximately 200 miles) Take I-39/90 South to Rockford, IL and continue on I-39 South. Turn onto Route 51 South (Business Exit #2) and turn left at the end of the ramp. Proceed about 6 miles to Emerson Street and turn left at the light. Turn right onto Franklin Street, left on Beecher Street, and then right on Park Street.

From Indianapolis, IN (Approximately 165 miles) Take I-74 West to Route 51 (North Business Exit #135). Travel about 2 miles to Veterans Parkway North (Business 55 Chicago) exit. Proceed about 3.5 miles, turn left onto Route 9 (Pekin West Exit). Travel about two miles to Park Street and turn right.

From Peoria, IL (Approximately 40 miles) Take I-74 East to I-55 North (Chicago Exit #127). Follow to Route 51 South (Business Exit #165A). Proceed about 3 miles to Emerson Street and turn left at the light. Turn right onto Franklin Street, left on Beecher Street, and then right on Park Street.

From St. Louis, MO (Approximately 160 miles) Take the Veterans Parkway exit (Exit #157A-B/I-55-BL N/I-74/US-51/Veterans Parkway/Decatur/Indianapolis), and proceed and take ramp to US-51 Br N/Main St/Chicago. Turn left (heading north) onto S. Main Street (US-51-BR N). At a corner where there is Walgreens and Kroger, turn right onto Emerson Street. Turn right onto Franklin Street, left on Beecher Street, and then right on Park Street.

Other Ways to Get Here

Getting to IWU is super easy. Take a train, plane, or bus!