Attractions in Indianapolis
Museums, monuments, parks, and more — the best places to explore during your stay.
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Must-See Attractions
From world-class museums to sprawling green spaces, Indianapolis has something for every kind of traveler.

Brookside Park
Historic east-side park with a pool, playgrounds, sports courts, and shaded walking paths along a creek.

Indiana War Memorial & Museum
Neoclassical monument and museum honoring Indiana veterans, with a stunning shrine room modeled after the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus.

Indianapolis Zoo
Accredited zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden in White River State Park with dolphin shows, a desert biome, and more.

NCAA Hall of Champions
Two-story museum celebrating college athletics across all NCAA sports, with interactive exhibits and memorabilia.

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
World-renowned collection of Native American and Western art in a striking adobe-style building on the canal.

Indiana Historical Society
Interactive history museum on the canal with rotating exhibits, genealogy resources, and the Indiana Experience gallery.

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The world's largest children's museum, with five floors of exhibits including dinosaurs, space, and a massive outdoor sports experience.

St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion
Indoor dolphin performance and interaction venue at the Indianapolis Zoo featuring Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.

Garfield Park Conservatory
Lush tropical greenhouse and sunken gardens on the south side, one of the oldest park conservatories in the country.

Indianapolis Canal Walk
Scenic three-mile canal-side path through downtown with pedal boats, public art, and views of White River State Park.

Soldiers & Sailors Monument
Iconic 284-foot limestone monument at the center of Monument Circle, with an observation deck and Civil War museum inside.

Indiana State Museum
Three floors of Indiana science, art, and culture exhibits in White River State Park, plus an IMAX theater.

1000 Words Gallery
Community-focused art gallery on East 10th Street showcasing local and emerging artists in a welcoming space.

Gallery 924
Contemporary art gallery in the Herron-Morton neighborhood featuring rotating exhibits from Indianapolis-area artists.

Monon Trail Access
Popular paved multi-use trail running through Indianapolis, perfect for biking, jogging, and leisurely walks.

Sandbox VR
Immersive virtual reality gaming experience on Mass Ave where groups play together in full-body VR adventures.















