Top Attractions in Indianapolis

Let the show begin at Indiana’s finest dinner theatre
Featuring Broadway productions performed by a professional equity company
Accompanied by a delicious buffet and cocktails
Recent shows - Legally Blond: The Musical, Chicago, Nunsense and the always popular A Beef & Boards Christmas
Allow 3 - 4 hours

A majestic National Historic Landmark in Indy’s historic Old Northside neighborhood
Home of Benjamin Harrison, 23rd president of the United States
Victorian furnishings and a charming carriage house on display
Exhibits showcase the life and times of the late 1800’s
Allow up to 1 hour

Quite simply - the largest and best Children’s Museum in the world
Where kids play and adults become kids again
Dinosaurs, mummies, pirates, terra cotta warriors and carousels mix it up and disguise fun with learning
Special exhibits and events, like Jolly Days in December or the Haunted House in October, make the experience new every day
Allow minimum of 2 hours

Be introduced to the residents of Prairietown and experience town living in 1836
Then move through time to 1859 for a historic Balloon Voyage overlooking the prairie
Advance to 1863 and live through the gripping Civil War Journey and the infamous attack on Indiana by southern rebels
History comes alive at this Smithsonian affiliate, the only one in Indiana
Allow minimum of 2 hours

The expansive Crown Hill Cemetery, the third largest in the nation, covers 555 acres
Unique vantage points of downtown Indianapolis — bring your camera
Tours through the serene oasis are a respite of sheer beauty and wildlife
Many notables are buried here including Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley, Colonel Eli Lilly and the notorious bank robber, John Dillinger among others
Allow 1 - 1½ hours

The Dallara IndyCar Factory is the newest must do in Indianapolis
Tour groups can see how 220 mph race cars, the same ones run at the Indy 500, are made
By the end of your visit you will have created your own Indy 500 car design to take home
In keeping with the Dallara name, an Italian eatery is on premise
Allow 1 - 1½ hours

Easley Winery is the oldest family-owned winery in Indiana, producing 20-25 wines each year, with many award-winning vintages
"Grape to glass" winery tours showcase the full production process of turning grapes into fine wine
Tours are enhanced with wine tastings and shopping at the gift store
Enjoy Groovin’ in the Garden concerts, food and wine tastings on Tuesdays and Sundays, May through September
Allow 1 - 1½ hours

This stunning museum displays the largest collection of Native American Indian and Western art east of the Mississippi
Breathtaking paintings, sculpture and special exhibits.
The annual Indian Market in June is a shopper’s haven for one-of-a kind jewelry, artwork and more
Authentic Southwestern style dining at the Sky City Café makes the experience complete
Allow 1 hour

The Indiana Historical Society is the perfect place to begin an Indianapolis visit
Technologically "cool," visitors can walk through a photograph into a real life version of the image or interact with more than 1 million historic photos assembled in intriguing vignettes
Visit the Cole Porter Room and enjoy legendary tunes from Indiana’s renowned songwriter
Relax on the outdoor patio overlooking downtown’s Central Canal while sneaking in a treat from the café
Allow 1 hour

The impressive Indiana State Museum explores the art, science and culture of the Hoosier state
Magnificent special exhibits and events are non-stop — from art displays to blockbusters
Indiana’s premier IMAX Theater is inside the museum, with 3D and 2D experiences
Allow 1 - 2 hours

Names of the famous venue include "The Brickyard", "The Racing Capital of the World" and is home to the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing"
The Indianapolis 500, every Memorial Day weekend, brings heart-pounding excitement and has earned its place as the largest single day sporting event in the world
After the 500, comes NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 in July and the Red Bull Indianapolis GP, the ultimate in international motorcycle racing, in August
Year round, take in the Hall of Fame Museum, track tours and behind the scene tours (you may even want to get a glass of milk afterward)
Allow 1½ - 2 hours

Think of the IMA as 152 glorious acres teeming with art
In fact, the IMA is one of the largest art complexes in the nation, with extraordinary permanent collections and special exhibits
The new 100 Acres: Art & Nature Park creates an outdoor art experience like none other, where visitors can play on "Funky Bones" or view art in a serene wooded and lakeside setting
Robert Indiana’s original LOVE sculpture is on the grounds, making the IMA one of the most romantic places to propose in the U.S.
Allow minimum of 2 hours

Acknowledged as one of the nation’s top 10, the Indianapolis Zoo is actually a triple accredited facility – a zoo, an aquarium and a botanical garden
Get face to face with tigers, cheetahs and dolphins and even pet sharks, in a setting where people and animals can safely interact
Special tour adventures include elephant bathing, penguin art and dolphin in water adventures
The Indianapolis Zoo is proud to be internationally recognized for its conservation efforts
Allow minimum of 2 hours

Born and raised in Indianapolis, Kurt Vonnegut always claimed that his Indiana roots defined his life
At this new library, guides take groups through a fascinating collection of Vonnegut materials that celebrate his contributions as writer, artist and war veteran
Check out good friend, Morley Safer’s, account of the life and times of Vonnegut
Discover more Vonnegut places including the historic Athenaeum (designed by his grandfather) and the giant mural of the author gracing 345 Mass Ave
Allow up to 1 hour

Home to jazz and concert performances along historic Indiana Avenue
The Walker Theatre is a legacy of Madam C.J. Walker, the first self-made female millionaire in the nation and African- American entrepreneur
This venue has anchored the historic Indiana Avenue and the African-American community since the 1920s, renowned for jazz greats Wes Montgomery, Slide Hampton, Freddie Hubbard and many more
Tours gladly welcomed at this Historic Landmarks location
Allow 1 hour

The NCAA Hall of Champions is the definitive sports junkies’ haven showcasing 23 NCAA sports and the passion of collegiate student-athletes
Shoot hoops on the vintage basketball court or take a trivia test to gage your sports IQ
Gear up at the NCAA gift shop and take home apparel and mementos of your favorite NCAA school
Allow 1½ hours

Located at the heart of Indianapolis on Monument Circle, the historic center of the city
The monument is a towering 284 foot sculpture built to honor those who died serving our country
At the very top is the statue, Victory, pointed south as an expression of outreach to heal the wounds of the Civil War
In the lower level is the Col. Eli Lilly Civil War Museum, and for those who enjoy a towering view, an observation deck is a mere 333 steps (or one elevator ride) to the top
Allow up to 1 hour