Speedway Travel Guide
Indianapolis
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.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Located in the heart of the oval circuit home of Speedway racing, this museum tracks the development of Indiana’s popular automobile sport.
Dallara IndyCar Factory
Get a sense of extreme speed from the iRacing simulator and view a tunnel of blueprints to understand the development of the IndyCar.
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.
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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 entertainment choices.
Things to do
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Midwest National Parks – Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Speedway
Omni Severin Hotel
"Everything was perfect! Would definitely stay here again when in the area."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
"great service"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
"One of my favorite hotels to stay in when I drive from Cleveland to Missouri- it’s half-way and I get a boutique experience: from the rain shower in the bathrooms, on-site boutique restaurants from the Cunningham group; the snacks and provisions in the mini-bar; and Industrial aesthetic in the decor- ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
"The food was OK, but it certainly did not justify the price, even given the convenience of having it right there in our hotel lobby"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
"Staff were nice"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
"I came down for a Fever game and this was the closest affordable hotel to stay at because it was Indy 500 weekend. Oops. I have stayed at Sonesta Select Hotels previously and was always impressed. This one was really dingy - not very well maintained on the outside. Inside it was good. But just looked ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Speedway
Near Westside
If you're spending some time in Near Westside, White River State Park and Indianapolis Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Indiana Avenue
If you're spending time in Indiana Avenue, check out sights like IUPUI Gymnasium or White River State Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indiana University-Riley Station or Canal Station.
West Indianapolis
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Indianapolis and surrounding area, you can visit Lucas Oil Stadium and Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust.
Downtown Indianapolis
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Indianapolis. Lucas Oil Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Canal Station or Indiana University-Riley Station to see more of Indianapolis.
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.
