Downtown Indianapolis Travel Guide

Indianapolis
Indiana War Memorial which includes a memorial and interior views
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 art galleries or attend a sporting event.

Lucas Oil Stadium
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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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Indiana Convention Center
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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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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

Top hotels in Downtown Indianapolis

Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
4 out of 5
350 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₹10,790 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
₹10,790
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"There were makeup stains in the shower wall which make you think cleanliness has lower down after Covid."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
JW Marriott Indianapolis
JW Marriott Indianapolis
4 out of 5
10 S West Street, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₹13,890 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹13,890
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,214 reviews)
"It was a beautiful room with a wonderful view! I think the check out should be later because of the mini marathon though. I do not think charging $20/hour past the 11am check out for racers was convenient at all."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

JW Marriott Indianapolis
Omni Severin Hotel
Omni Severin Hotel
4 out of 5
40 West Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₹11,951 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹11,951
per night
27 May - 28 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,144 reviews)
Historic Omni Severin
"Our stay at the Omni was fabulous. The staff at the hotel were professional and very helpful. This property is a historic gem and close to shopping and restaurants. We went for a concert so it was great to be able to walk a very short distance to Lucas Oil Stadium. Hotel is currently going under ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Omni Severin Hotel
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
4 out of 5
One South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₹13,278 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹13,278
per night
27 May - 28 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Professional staff and convenient location
"The Hyatt Regency was a beautiful hotel to stay at and conveniently located near the Pokemon event."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
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 ₹14,205 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹14,205
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,519 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great staff"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

The Alexander, a Dolce by Wyndham
Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown
Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown
3 out of 5
130 South Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₹12,443 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹12,443
per night
27 May - 28 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"I have never been disappointed when staying at a Hyatt hotel."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown
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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 Gainbridge Fieldhouse or Monument Circle 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 White River State Park 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 Garfield Park.

Near Southside

Downtown Indianapolis Travel Guide