Things to Do in Indianapolis
Welcome to Indianapolis, Indiana, a city known for fast cars and blockbuster events! Discover a range of activities and attractions to make your visit memorable.
Fun for Kids, Teens and Families
Indianapolis Zoo – Explore a variety of animal exhibits, dolphin shows, and the butterfly garden at White River State Park.
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis – The world’s largest children’s museum, featuring interactive exhibits, a dinosaur exhibit, and a space exploration area.
Indiana State Museum – Engage in hands-on exhibits about Indiana’s history, science, and culture.
White River State Park Canal Walk – Rent a pedal boat or kayak, or simply take a scenic family walk along the canal.
The Escape Room Indianapolis – A family-friendly challenge where you work together to solve puzzles and escape before time runs out.
Lucas Oil Stadium Tours – Explore the home of the Indianapolis Colts with a tour of this iconic stadium.
NCAA Hall of Champions – A cool interactive museum for sports fans with hands-on exhibits and a chance to test athletic skills.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum – Teens who love racing will enjoy learning about Indy 500 history and checking out historic race cars.
Fastimes Indoor Karting – High-speed indoor go-karting for thrill-seekers.
Topgolf Fishers – A short drive from downtown, this high-tech driving range with fun challenges is perfect for a group of teens.
Go Ape Treetop Adventure – Ziplining and treetop obstacle courses for adventurous families. (minimum age requirement: 10 years old)
Transportation
Indianapolis is known for its walkability, but when you may not want to walk to your dinner spot or fun activity, there are many ways to get around the area.
Public Transportation - IndyGo provides bus service with over 30 fixed routes from their downtown transportation hub. The new Red Line is Indy's first rapid transit line with electric buses, platform boarding, and high-frequency service. Use Google Maps, the Transit app, or the IndyGo trip planner to get step-by-step directions, including what route to take, what bus to board, where to board, and what time the bus is departing.
You can also call 317.635.3344 to get trip planning assistance.
Taxis and Rideshares - Services like Uber and Lyft operate in Indianapolis, making it easy to get around the city.
Pacer Bikeshare Program - Pacers Bikeshare is a public bicycle-sharing system where bikes are available to individuals to use for a fee.
Enjoyment for Young Adults and Adults
Mass Ave Arts & Cultural District – A vibrant area with art galleries, unique boutiques, live entertainment, and trendy dining spots.
Pins Mechanical Company – A fun bar with duckpin bowling, foosball, and arcade games for a relaxed night out.
The HandleBar Indy – A pedal-powered group bar tour that lets you see the city while enjoying drinks (All riders must be 21 or older to ride).
Indianapolis Colts Training Camp – The Indianapolis Colts will have training camp in Westfield, just north of Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields – Located on 152 acres of gardens and grounds, the museum's permanent collection spans a vast range of cultures and eras, and numbers more than 50,000 works.
Victory Field – Relax and enjoy an Indianapolis Indians baseball game with great views of the skyline.
White River Gardens at Indianapolis Zoo – A peaceful botanical garden with walking paths and seasonal floral displays.
Indiana Historical Society – A fascinating look into the state's history with interactive exhibits and live reenactments.
Canal Walk – A scenic and accessible paved path for a leisurely stroll along the water.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra – Enjoy a night of beautiful music at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
