Great Food & Urban Excitement
Funky, friendly and hospitable, Indiana’s capital city Indianapolis — nicknamed “Indy” — is a shining example of the best of the Midwest. Start your day off with breakfast at a farm-to-table restaurant, shop at trendy local boutiques along Mass Ave (Massachusetts Avenue) and explore over 50 diverse attractions across seven cultural districts.
Craft breweries, locally grown ingredients and trendy lounges make up a dynamic food-and-drink scene.
Bike or walk the Indianapolis Cultural Trail to hop between happening districts like Fountain Square and Bottleworks.
Every corner of Indy exudes history: from the story of the USA’s first self-made female millionaire at the Madam Walker Legacy Center to racing royalty at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.
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Uniquely Indy
Admire this towering tribute to Indiana’s military veterans from Monument Circle or climb to its Observatory.
The world’s largest children’s museum offers five floors of interactive fun for all ages.
Gear up for high-speed action at the world’s largest auto racing venue and its IMS Museum, named to TIME Magazine’s 2026 World’s Greatest Places.
Fresh-Air Fun
Walk, bike or boat along the 5-kilometer Central Canal to enjoy skyline views, cultural attractions and public art.
Wander the USA’s largest urban state park, spanning 100-plus hectares and connecting seven walkable cultural attractions.
Within a few blocks, you can tour three state-of-the-art stadiums and arenas, home to pro sports teams.
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