Indianapolis Zoo
White River State Park 3.5 hrs
See diverse wildlife and marine life in a beautiful setting.
Where to stay
Hotels in Indianapolis
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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-4)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Downtown
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% expected
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Sugar Cream Pie
St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail
Hoosier Fried Chicken
When to visit Indianapolis
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: May
Busiest: May-Sep
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Jan30
Cold, snowy, indoor focus
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Feb35
Cold, snowy, indoor focus
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Mar50
Chilly, warming, unpredictable
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Apr70
Pleasant, spring blooms, rain
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May90
Warm, Indy 500, vibrant
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Jun85
Warm, sunny, outdoor events
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Jul80
Hot, humid, summer activities
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Aug75
Hot, humid, late summer
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Sept85
Pleasant, fall colors begin
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Oct75
Cool, beautiful fall foliage
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Nov50
Chilly, turning cold
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Dec40
Cold, snow possible, holidays
Things to do in Indianapolis
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
2 places
White River State Park
Downtown 3 hrs
Enjoy green spaces, the zoo, and museums along the river.
Canal Walk
Downtown 2 hrs
Walk, bike, or pedal boat along this scenic urban waterway.
Best in the evening
1 place
Mass Ave Arts & Culture District
Mass Ave 3 hrs
Stroll through a vibrant district filled with art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants.
Any time of day
3 places
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Speedway 2.5 hrs
Explore the rich history of auto racing at the iconic 'Brickyard'.
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Midtown 4 hrs
Discover the world's largest children's museum with interactive exhibits.
Newfields (Indianapolis Museum of Art & Gardens)
Northwest 3 hrs
Immerse yourself in art, nature, and design across diverse collections and gardens.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Indianapolis
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Unstructured tour
Top Shelf 14-Passenger Party Bus Rental
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Standard tour
All Inclusive Indianapolis Mobile Pub Tour and Experience
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Activity tour
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Muncie IN
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Activity tour
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Indianapolis by Crazy Dash
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Activity tour
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Indianapolis by 3Quest Challenge
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Activity tour
Nutty New Castle Scavenger Hunt
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Activity tour
Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Indianapolis by Holly Jolly Hunt
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Standard tour
Indianapolis Ghosts Tour
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Indianapolis
Straight-line distance from the centre of Indianapolis.
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