Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum … Feel the speed at the museum located inside the 2 1/2-mile oval. Take a ride around the track or marvel at one of the most diverse car collections in the world.
Cost: $3 museum tour; $3 track tour
Time: 1 1/2 hours
Contact: Mary Geiss at 317-492-6747  

Indianapolis Zoo and White River Gardens … View the world’s first totally submerged dolphin viewing experience and the Midwest’s only human-dolphin interaction program, Dolphin Adventure, amid the 350 different animal species located in the open exhibit areas re-created to resemble natural habitats. Get inspired by the most unique and beautiful botanical attraction in the Midwest.
Cost: $11.20, adults; $7.20, seniors and children 2-12; free, children 2 and under
Time: 45 minutes, garden only; 2-3 hours, zoo and dolphin show; 4 hours for both
Contact: Sandy Allen at 317-630-2052  

Lunch at L.S. Ayres Tea Room at the Indiana State Museum … Indulge in a bowl of famous Chicken Velvet soup in the re-creation of the elegant dining room that operated from 1905-1990 in the former downtown Indianapolis department store.
Cost: $8-$10
Time: 1 1/2 hours
Contact: 317-232-1637

Lunch and magic at Ruth’s Chris Steak House … Dine at one of Indianapolis’ fine dining restaurants and be entertained by the incredible illusions of comedic magician Dan Dygert.
Cost: $30 (includes tax and gratuity)
Time: 2 – 2 ½ hours
Contact: Ramona Adams at 317-581-0101 (downtown location) or Lori Seefeldt at 317- 578-1044 (northeast location)  

Indiana State Museum … Located in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, the museum is the state’s gathering place, inviting exploration and discovery of culture, science and art. This architecturally significant complex includes permanent and special exhibits.
Cost: $5.50, adults; $3.50, youth 3-12,; $5, seniors 60+. With IMAX movie added: $8, adults; $6.50, seniors 60+; $5, youth 3-12
Time: 2 hours
Contact: 317-232-1637  

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art … Only one of two museums east of the Mississippi with both Native American and Western art. The newly expanded museum provides 50 percent more galleries, additional classrooms/art studios, a library, a technology lab, gardens and the newest dining option on the scenic downtown canal, The Sky City Café.
Cost: $6, adults; $5, seniors 65+; $4, special friends (those who are mentally, physically and financially challenged; includes escorts); $2.50, students
Time: 1 1/2 hours
Contact: Jan Eason or Eric Hinkle at 317-275-1350, ext. 1  

Dinner at The Iron Skillet … Dine at a century-old home overlooking a beautiful golf course, and enjoy an inviting atmosphere with fresh flowers, candlelight, table linens and traditional home-style food and service.
Cost: $15-$18
Time: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Contact: Ronald Torr at 317-923-6353  

Gondola Ride … Take a leisurely ride down the canal in White River State Park and enjoy a unique view of the city’s skyline. Available May-Oct.
Cost: $15; $30; $60
Time: 15 minutes; 1/2 hour; 1 hour
Contact: 317-491-4835

President Benjamin Harrison Home … Guides lead tours of the 1875 Italianate Victorian home of our 23rd U.S. President. This three-level historic landmark contains many of Harrison’s paintings, furniture and decorative arts including unique political memorabilia.
Cost: $6, adults; $2.50, children
Time: 1 hour
Contact: David Pleiss at 317-631-1888  

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home … The home illustrates the full, true portrait of the author of such great works as "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man." Riley was the most popular poet in America at the height of his career.
Cost: $3, adults; $2, seniors; $.50, students 7-17; free, children 6 and under
Time: 1 hour
Contact: Sandra Crain at 317-631-5885  

Indianapolis City Market … Tour this more than 100-year-old facility with its towering brick walls, expansive iron trusses, gracefully arched windows and patina copper roof. Guests can dine at any of the locations within the market or catered lunches can be provided in addition to a $25.00 set-up fee. Ask about the group cooking demonstrations!
Cost: $6, adults; $2.50, children (10 people or more)
Time: 30-40 minutes for tour; additional 1 hour for lunch
Contact: Ann McWilliams at 317-634-9266

Conner Prairie … From family-style menus to lighter fare and even historic meals, Conner Prairie offers dining options for all appetites. Try historic food with the delicious Taste of the Past dining adventure or have a sandwich at The Eatery.
Cost: $5-$10 in Café (Ask about the special dining options available)
Time: 1 hour
Contact: Joyce Duvall at 317-776-6000, ext. 295 or 800-966-1836, ext. 295 

Conner Prairie ... One of the nation’s finest and most entertaining interactive history parks. Live like it’s the 19th century, talk like it’s the 19th century and experience the 19th century like never before. Start in the present and journey back to long ago. Time-travel to each historic area and bring history to life through exciting and engaging hands-on activities.
Cost: Apr.-Oct.: $8.50, adults; $5, youth 2-12; Nov.-Mar.: call for prices
Time: 2 hours
Contact: Joyce Duvall at 317-776-6000, 295 or 800-966-1836, ext. 295 

Dinner at The Mystery Café … Each play unfolds in four acts, with a course of the meal served after each one. Members of the audience may participate in as much or as little as they like in the mystery. Every performance is unique because the audience is so deeply and directly involved. The magic lies in the interaction and creativity which occur in a room of strangers that by the end of the night leave as friends.
Cost: $44.50/person (discount if purchased online)
Time: 2 ½ hours
Contact: Joe Strange at 317-684-0668