Downtown Indianapolis

Indianapolis
Downtown Indianapolis
Attend professional sports events, tour parks filled with museums and historical landmarks and enjoy both traditional and contemporary theater scenes.

With excellent art and museum exhibitions, picturesque parks, theaters, basketball and football, a visit to Downtown Indianapolis has enough to keep you busy for days. The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an 8-mile-long (13-kilometer) biking and walking route connecting the many attractions and diverse districts of Downtown Indianapolis.

The Indian State Capitol, a grand neoclassical masterpiece at the heart of the district, is open for guided tours. Walk to Monument Circle, where the Soldiers and Sailors Monument has Civil War exhibits and panoramic views from an observation deck. Watch a show at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, home of the Indiana Symphony Orchestra.

The imposing Indiana War Memorial commemorates American war veterans. Delve into Confederate and Union military history at the memorial’s Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum. Pretty plazas decorated with fountains and statues frame the memorial. Enjoy the serene ambiance of University Park and Obelisk Square.

Make your way to the Wholesale District for basketball, live music and theater. The NBA Indiana Pacers play at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Book tickets for a play at the Indiana Repertory Theatre. Dine on international cuisine, sample craft beers and shop for organic produce at Indianapolis City Market.

In the Lockerbie Square district, striking Italianate, Queen Anne and Victorian homes line leafy streets. Visit the former residence of a revered children’s poet at the James Whitcomb Riley Museum. Performing arts venues, pubs and varied restaurants spread along nearby Massachusetts Avenue.

Be sure to spend a day at the 250-acre (100-hectare) White River State Park. This popular park features museums such as the Indiana State Museum and Eiteljorg Museum, which celebrates cultures of the American West. See a baseball game at Victory Field and spot over 200 species of animals at Indianapolis Zoo. NFL fans flock to the Lucas Oil Stadium to watch the Indianapolis Colts play football.

Amtrak trains and Greyhound buses serve the city, stopping at Union Station, a short walk from Downtown Indianapolis attractions. Use the low-cost Indiana Pacers Bikeshare system while here.

Popular places to visit

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Lucas Oil Stadium

Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Lucas Oil Stadium
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

Gainbridge Fieldhouse
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Indiana Convention Center

5/5(1 review)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Indiana Convention Center, a top convention centre in Indianapolis. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

Indiana Convention Center
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Indianapolis Zoo

5/5(1 review)

This world-class facility combines pioneering conservation and research facilities with state-of-the-art exhibits and good, old-fashioned fun.

Indianapolis Zoo
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White River State Park

5/5(1 review)

This riverside playground offers culture, recreation and entertainment in a picturesque setting.

White River State Park
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Monument Circle

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Indianapolis with a stop at Monument Circle. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's notable monuments.

Monument Circle

Things to do

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Indianapolis: Crossroads Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

RM104
Per adult
Indianapolis: Crossroads Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour
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All Inclusive Indianapolis Mobile Pub Tour and Experience

RM208
Per adult
All Inclusive Indianapolis Mobile Pub Tour and Experience
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Indianapolis Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Phantoms Walking Tour

RM104
Per adult
Indianapolis Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Phantoms Walking Tour
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Private Professional Photoshoot in Indianapolis

RM869
Per adult
Private Professional Photoshoot in Indianapolis
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Bike and Brews Seeing Indy on an E-Bike

RM582
Per adult
Bike and Brews Seeing Indy on an E-Bike
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45-Minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Indianapolis

RM112
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
45-Minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Indianapolis
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Top hotels in Downtown Indianapolis

Omni Severin Hotel
Omni Severin Hotel
4 out of 5
40 West Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN
The price is RM627 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM627
RM734 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,237 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Walking distance to Lucas Oil. Hotel staff was very friendly, beds were comfortably."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Omni Severin Hotel
JW Marriott Indianapolis
JW Marriott Indianapolis
4 out of 5
10 S West Street, Indianapolis, IN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM556 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
RM556
RM651 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,214 reviews)
"The location was great. Located in the center of so much allowing me to walk to the locations I needed to be at"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

JW Marriott Indianapolis
Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
4 out of 5
350 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM521 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
RM521
RM610 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
One small mishap, but amazing hotel.
"I asked for extra towels and an extra blanket through the Hotels.com app and it was not provided. Lucky I found a member of the house keeping staff and she provided us with extra towels. Other then that, we love this hotel, have been here multiple times and will continue to to come back."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
4 out of 5
One South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
The price is RM705 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM705
RM825 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (952 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice, very clean, and staff is very friendly! The mall attached to the hotel is unsafe and almost all stores are permanently closed. There are a few restaurants near by."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
Bottleworks Hotel
Bottleworks Hotel
4.5 out of 5
850 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
The price is RM1,046 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM1,046
RM1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,567 reviews)
Luxury comfort in a great location
"Lovely hotel, very comfortable and nicely furnished. Love that you get a free bowling game opposite with your room card."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Bottleworks Hotel
The Alexander, a Dolce by Wyndham
The Alexander, a Dolce by Wyndham
4 out of 5
333 S Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is RM863 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM863
RM1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"The restaurant is extremely slow"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

The Alexander, a Dolce by Wyndham
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Indianapolis

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Mile Square

The fascinating museums and prominent monuments are top of the list for many visitors to Mile Square. A stop by Monument Circle or Circle Center Mall might round out your trip.

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Wholesale District

While visiting Wholesale District, you might make a stop by sights like Circle Center Mall and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Wholesale District
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Indiana Avenue

If you're spending time in Indiana Avenue, check out sights like Central Canal or IUPUI Gymnasium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indiana University-Riley Station or Canal Station.

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Babe Denny

While Babe Denny may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Babe Denny
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Fountain Square

If you're spending some time in Fountain Square, Fountain Square Theatre and Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

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Near Southside

While Near Southside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Near Southside

Downtown Indianapolis