Quick Guidebook for Indianapolis

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Quick Guidebook for Indianapolis

Sightseeing

You and your children will enjoy explore the many activities among the dinosours.
362 locals recommend
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
362 locals recommend
You and your children will enjoy explore the many activities among the dinosours.
340 W. Michigan St. Indianapolis, IN 46202 (get directions) 317-340-2489 hutson502@yahoo.com Downtown HOURS Open May-September 27. Rides by reservation. ADMISSION $189 per boat (up to 8 people)
Old World Gondoliers
340 West Michigan Street
340 W. Michigan St. Indianapolis, IN 46202 (get directions) 317-340-2489 hutson502@yahoo.com Downtown HOURS Open May-September 27. Rides by reservation. ADMISSION $189 per boat (up to 8 people)
Two Chicks and a Hammer started as a home rehabilitation company in 2007 but has since grown into so much more. Their newest venture, Two Chicks District Co., is a retail store on the south side of downtown Indianapolis. Mina Starsiak-Hawk, owner of Two Chicks and a Hammer, is excited to see her long time dream come to reality.
9 locals recommend
Two chicks and a hammer
1531 S East St
9 locals recommend
Two Chicks and a Hammer started as a home rehabilitation company in 2007 but has since grown into so much more. Their newest venture, Two Chicks District Co., is a retail store on the south side of downtown Indianapolis. Mina Starsiak-Hawk, owner of Two Chicks and a Hammer, is excited to see her long time dream come to reality.
Great movie experience, where the whole family can enjoy.
15 locals recommend
Living Room Theaters
745 E 9th St
15 locals recommend
Great movie experience, where the whole family can enjoy.
A full line bait and tackle shop on thriving paylakes. Open year 'round and 24 hours/7 days in season. Specializing in big cats and carp contests as well as frequent stocking of farm-raised channel catfish to take home. See their holding tanks for the big ones stocked every Sunday in season. Indy's oldest paylakes including Lake Le-An-Wa, home of the big ones. Indy's great value for fishing and RV camping. Their lakes have been nonstop fishing action since 1951!
Indy Lakes
4001 West Southport Road
A full line bait and tackle shop on thriving paylakes. Open year 'round and 24 hours/7 days in season. Specializing in big cats and carp contests as well as frequent stocking of farm-raised channel catfish to take home. See their holding tanks for the big ones stocked every Sunday in season. Indy's oldest paylakes including Lake Le-An-Wa, home of the big ones. Indy's great value for fishing and RV camping. Their lakes have been nonstop fishing action since 1951!
Venture into the wildlife at the Indianapolis Zoo.
311 locals recommend
Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W Washington St
311 locals recommend
Venture into the wildlife at the Indianapolis Zoo.
Enjoy nature while canoeing down the White River.
19 locals recommend
White River Canoe Company
17180 River Rd
19 locals recommend
Enjoy nature while canoeing down the White River.

Food scene

Everyone wants something different to eat? Bottleworks may be an option where everyone can have their own meal, but yet set together as family.
58 locals recommend
Bottleworks District
850 Massachusetts Ave
58 locals recommend
Everyone wants something different to eat? Bottleworks may be an option where everyone can have their own meal, but yet set together as family.
This is an amazing lounge with beautiful views of the city.
The Cannon Ball Lounge
This is an amazing lounge with beautiful views of the city.
Rick's Cafe Boatyard 4050 Dandy Tr. Indianapolis, IN 46254 317-290-9300 COST: $12 to $24 Brownsburg | International Marketplace
52 locals recommend
Rick's Cafe Boatyard
4050 Dandy Trail
52 locals recommend
Rick's Cafe Boatyard 4050 Dandy Tr. Indianapolis, IN 46254 317-290-9300 COST: $12 to $24 Brownsburg | International Marketplace
9061 N. 700 W. McCordsville, IN 46055 (get directions) 317-248-5222 info@danielsvineyard.com East HOURS Open Weds., 12-8 pm with $5 glass of wine all day, 1/2 price pizza 4-6 pm, and live music 5-8 pm; Thurs., 12-8 pm with BOGO bottles of wine all day and trivia 6-8 pm; Fri., 12-10 pm with karaoke and summer concerts 7-10 pm; Sat., 12-10 pm with live music 1-7 pm; Sun., 12-6 pm with bottomless mimosas all day and live music 1-4 pm. Closed Mon.-Tues.
10 locals recommend
Daniel's Vineyard
9061 N 700 W
10 locals recommend
9061 N. 700 W. McCordsville, IN 46055 (get directions) 317-248-5222 info@danielsvineyard.com East HOURS Open Weds., 12-8 pm with $5 glass of wine all day, 1/2 price pizza 4-6 pm, and live music 5-8 pm; Thurs., 12-8 pm with BOGO bottles of wine all day and trivia 6-8 pm; Fri., 12-10 pm with karaoke and summer concerts 7-10 pm; Sat., 12-10 pm with live music 1-7 pm; Sun., 12-6 pm with bottomless mimosas all day and live music 1-4 pm. Closed Mon.-Tues.
Looking for some great food and jazz. Check out the Jazz Kitchen
106 locals recommend
The Jazz Kitchen
5377 North College Avenue
106 locals recommend
Looking for some great food and jazz. Check out the Jazz Kitchen

Cultural Experience

More than 100 languages are spoken and 900 ethnic restaurants and businesses from around the world reside within the 2.5-mile area.
International Marketplace
More than 100 languages are spoken and 900 ethnic restaurants and businesses from around the world reside within the 2.5-mile area.
From early black settlements of the 1820s, to stops in Indianapolis along the Underground Railroad, African Americans have played an essential role in the growth of Indianapolis. The Indiana Avenue District was the commercial and social hub of black Indianapolis where some of the hottest jazz spots in the Midwest drew the likes of Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald.
67 locals recommend
Indianapolis
67 locals recommend
From early black settlements of the 1820s, to stops in Indianapolis along the Underground Railroad, African Americans have played an essential role in the growth of Indianapolis. The Indiana Avenue District was the commercial and social hub of black Indianapolis where some of the hottest jazz spots in the Midwest drew the likes of Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald.
As one of the few public and free spaces, the Indianapolis Artsgarden showcases both visual and performing arts. Each month the glass dome features a new Indy-based artist that works in various mediums like glass, paint, clay, and charcoal. The Artsgarden connects Circle Centre mall to the Block building, Hyatt Regency, and Conrad Indianapolis and is open during mall hours.
12 locals recommend
Indianapolis Artsgarden
110 W Washington St
12 locals recommend
As one of the few public and free spaces, the Indianapolis Artsgarden showcases both visual and performing arts. Each month the glass dome features a new Indy-based artist that works in various mediums like glass, paint, clay, and charcoal. The Artsgarden connects Circle Centre mall to the Block building, Hyatt Regency, and Conrad Indianapolis and is open during mall hours.
Twenty minutes north of downtown (give or take a minute), this neighborhood offers a lively mix of bars and clubs, as well as art galleries, restaurants, and shopping. One-of-a-kind shops include the Indy CD & Vinyl record shop, Artifacts art gifts, The Shop with handprinted apparel, and Haus Love for designing your space (among many, many others).
210 locals recommend
Broad Ripple
210 locals recommend
Twenty minutes north of downtown (give or take a minute), this neighborhood offers a lively mix of bars and clubs, as well as art galleries, restaurants, and shopping. One-of-a-kind shops include the Indy CD & Vinyl record shop, Artifacts art gifts, The Shop with handprinted apparel, and Haus Love for designing your space (among many, many others).

Activities

At Bad Axe Throwing Indy, you can learn the basics of throwing sharp hatchets at wooden targets (in a safe and friendly environment) — it’s like darts or bowling, but with axes!
17 locals recommend
Bad Axe Throwing
235 S Meridian St
17 locals recommend
At Bad Axe Throwing Indy, you can learn the basics of throwing sharp hatchets at wooden targets (in a safe and friendly environment) — it’s like darts or bowling, but with axes!
Just a short drive outside of Indianapolis in scenic Hendricks County, the beloved Natural Valley Ranch is home to diverse horseback riding trails - plus, it’s one of the few places in the region where you can see certain wildlife species up close (keep your eyes peeled!). For families looking for some summertime fun, choose from guided rides through the woods, first-timer lessons, trots along White Lick Creek, and even birthday parties.
Natural Valley Ranch
6310 County Rd 350 N
Just a short drive outside of Indianapolis in scenic Hendricks County, the beloved Natural Valley Ranch is home to diverse horseback riding trails - plus, it’s one of the few places in the region where you can see certain wildlife species up close (keep your eyes peeled!). For families looking for some summertime fun, choose from guided rides through the woods, first-timer lessons, trots along White Lick Creek, and even birthday parties.
Golf AT INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY Voted In Top 100 American Public Golf Courses by Golf Digest and Golfweek. Holes: 18 | Par: 72 | Yardage: 7,180
8 locals recommend
Brickyard Crossing
4400 W 16th St
8 locals recommend
Golf AT INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY Voted In Top 100 American Public Golf Courses by Golf Digest and Golfweek. Holes: 18 | Par: 72 | Yardage: 7,180
Love basketball? You are minutes away from the Indiana Pacer's Arena
210 locals recommend
Bankers Life Fieldhouse
125 S Pennsylvania St
210 locals recommend
Love basketball? You are minutes away from the Indiana Pacer's Arena
Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts of the NFL, is in the heart of downtown. This capitol city is home to historical, cultural and recreational opportunities. Before or after (or even instead of) the big game, check out some of the sites and attractions that are a short drive or walk from the Colts' home field.
Indianapolis Colts Grille
Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts of the NFL, is in the heart of downtown. This capitol city is home to historical, cultural and recreational opportunities. Before or after (or even instead of) the big game, check out some of the sites and attractions that are a short drive or walk from the Colts' home field.
Inside this adventure with a map with turn by turn directions take a scenic walk to explore downtown Indianapolis.
170 locals recommend
White River State Park
801 W Washington St
170 locals recommend
Inside this adventure with a map with turn by turn directions take a scenic walk to explore downtown Indianapolis.
Eagle Creek is park for the whole family or just for a getaway nature retreat. You can head to the beach, go fishing, kayaking, golfing, bird-watching and even skiing when the winters permit. Eagle Creek has a variety of activites year round that can be fun for everyone.
Eagle Creek
Eagle Creek is park for the whole family or just for a getaway nature retreat. You can head to the beach, go fishing, kayaking, golfing, bird-watching and even skiing when the winters permit. Eagle Creek has a variety of activites year round that can be fun for everyone.