What to do in Central Indiana, IN

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Places of interest in Central Indiana

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Central Indiana attractions

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What to do in Central Indiana

Popular places to visit

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.

Lucas Oil Stadium

Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

Purdue University

Enjoy the student vibe around Purdue University, a top university in West Lafayette. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Indiana University Bloomington

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Indiana University Bloomington, a top university in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Indiana Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Children's Museum of Indianapolis

Dinosaurs and pirate ships, interactive exhibits, games and toys from a bygone age — it’s all at this children’s wonderland.

Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

Indianapolis Zoo

Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.

Brown County State Park

Check out Indiana’s “Little Smokies” to appreciate this nature reserve’s rare plants and animals, magnificent mountain scenery and lofty tree-lined trails.

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Downtown Indianapolis

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Attend professional sports events, tour parks filled with museums and historical landmarks and enjoy both traditional and contemporary theater scenes.

Mile Square

The fascinating museums and prominent monuments are top of the list for many visitors to Mile Square. A stop by Monument Circle or Soldiers and Sailors Monument might round out your trip.

Wholesale District

While visiting Wholesale District, you might make a stop by sights like Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Indiana Repertory Theatre.

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.

Old Southside

While Old 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 Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Near Eastside

Travellers enjoy Near Eastside for its breweries and churches. Consider checking out Mass Ave Cultural Arts District while you're in the area.

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