Guidebook to Greater Indianapolis Area
Sightseeing
Eagle Creek Reservoir
Ideal spot for fishing and wildlife
3,900 acres of woods, meadows and ponds, and 1,300 acres of reservoir — a great resource for both wildlife and recreation
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Eagle Creek Park
7840 West 56th Street3,900 acres of woods, meadows and ponds, and 1,300 acres of reservoir — a great resource for both wildlife and recreation
Lucas Oil Stadium
500 S Capitol AveHome of the Indianapolis Colts
20 minute drive time
Bankers Life Fieldhouse
125 S Pennsylvania StHome of the Indiana Pacers
20 minute drive time
Award-winning museum (listed below). Great for families of all ages, including fun for adults.
25 minute drive from Brownsburg.
2019
World's 50 Coolest Places—Time for Kids Magazine
Best New Attractions in the U.S.—USA Today/10Best
75 best indoor places in America for fun (when it's too cold outside)—MSN.com
12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions & Things to Do in Indiana—Planetwire.com
10 Best Museums to Visit in Indy—Tripsavvy.com
9 U.S. Museums Every Kid Shoudl Visit Before They Grow Up—FamilyVacationCritic.com
Best Local Attraction and Best Local Museum—Indy Star: Best of Indy Awards
Best Vacation Spots for Families with Toddlers—MetroParent.com (Southeast Michigan)
16 Incredible Midwest Vacations—Travel.USNews.com
Best Attraction in Indiana—USAToday.com
10 family-friendly spots with sensory-sensitive experiences—MarthaStewart.com
The Best Winter Destination in Indiana—Reader's Digest
Best New Attractions for Kids—Lonely Planet
Best Attraction in Indiana—MSN.com
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Children's Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian StAward-winning museum (listed below). Great for families of all ages, including fun for adults.
25 minute drive from Brownsburg.
2019
World's 50 Coolest Places—Time for Kids Magazine
Best New Attractions in the U.S.—USA Today/10Best
75 best indoor places in America for fun (when it's too cold outside)—MSN.com
12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions & Things to Do in Indiana—Planetwire.com
10 Best Museums to Visit in Indy—Tripsavvy.com
9 U.S. Museums Every Kid Shoudl Visit Before They Grow Up—FamilyVacationCritic.com
Best Local Attraction and Best Local Museum—Indy Star: Best of Indy Awards
Best Vacation Spots for Families with Toddlers—MetroParent.com (Southeast Michigan)
16 Incredible Midwest Vacations—Travel.USNews.com
Best Attraction in Indiana—USAToday.com
10 family-friendly spots with sensory-sensitive experiences—MarthaStewart.com
The Best Winter Destination in Indiana—Reader's Digest
Best New Attractions for Kids—Lonely Planet
Best Attraction in Indiana—MSN.com
Our beloved Monument Circle is the true heart of Downtown Indianapolis. Often filled with life on the lunch hour or during one of the many events that happen year round, it's truly a must-see for anyone visiting the Circle City.
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Monument Circle
Monument CircleOur beloved Monument Circle is the true heart of Downtown Indianapolis. Often filled with life on the lunch hour or during one of the many events that happen year round, it's truly a must-see for anyone visiting the Circle City.
Lucas Oil Raceway is an auto racing facility in Brownsburg, Indiana, United States, about 10 miles west of Downtown Indianapolis. It includes a 0.686-mile oval track, a 2.5-mile road course, and a 4,400-foot drag strip which is among the premier drag racing venues in the world.
5 minute drive time
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Lucas Oil Raceway
10267 US Highway 136Lucas Oil Raceway is an auto racing facility in Brownsburg, Indiana, United States, about 10 miles west of Downtown Indianapolis. It includes a 0.686-mile oval track, a 2.5-mile road course, and a 4,400-foot drag strip which is among the premier drag racing venues in the world.
5 minute drive time
Far and away the most famous Indiana attraction. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is an automobile racing circuit located in Speedway, Indiana in the United States. It is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400 and holds the world record for largest attendance: 350,000 spectators
15 minute drive time
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
4750 W 16th StFar and away the most famous Indiana attraction. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is an automobile racing circuit located in Speedway, Indiana in the United States. It is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400 and holds the world record for largest attendance: 350,000 spectators
15 minute drive time
The Indianapolis Zoo is a zoo located in White River State Park, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, housing more than 3,800 animals of more than 320 species and subspecies.
15 minute drive
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Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W Washington StThe Indianapolis Zoo is a zoo located in White River State Park, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, housing more than 3,800 animals of more than 320 species and subspecies.
15 minute drive
Located seven miles southwest of downtown Indianapolis, the IND Airport has been named the Best Airport in North America 8 consecutive years.
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Indianapolis International Airport
7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial DrLocated seven miles southwest of downtown Indianapolis, the IND Airport has been named the Best Airport in North America 8 consecutive years.
Upscale shopping and dining located 30 minutes northeast of Brownsburg off I-465.
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The Fashion Mall at Keystone
8702 Keystone CrossingUpscale shopping and dining located 30 minutes northeast of Brownsburg off I-465.
Over 250 acres of rides, attractions, vendors, and animal showings. This annual fair has been a mainstay since 1892. Typical dates are the first through third week of August.
25 min drive from Brownsburg
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Indiana State Fairgrounds
1202 E 38th StOver 250 acres of rides, attractions, vendors, and animal showings. This annual fair has been a mainstay since 1892. Typical dates are the first through third week of August.
25 min drive from Brownsburg
This 1.5-mile historic Canal Walk serves as a beautiful backdrop and convenient fitness trais
Central Canal Trail & White River Parkway East Drive
This 1.5-mile historic Canal Walk serves as a beautiful backdrop and convenient fitness trais
Food scene
Best steakhouse in greater Indianapolis area, 20 mins from Brownsburg. Aside from the fantastic cuts of steak you will not regret the shrimp cocktail.
Atmosphere: Early 20th-century decor inside the bar, large room, and private dining areas features wood paneled and brick walls with carefully curated art and photos.
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St. Elmo Steak House
127 S Illinois StBest steakhouse in greater Indianapolis area, 20 mins from Brownsburg. Aside from the fantastic cuts of steak you will not regret the shrimp cocktail.
Atmosphere: Early 20th-century decor inside the bar, large room, and private dining areas features wood paneled and brick walls with carefully curated art and photos.
Topgolf
9200 E 116th St30 minute drive to Top Golf in Fishers.
Striking steakhouse with a bar & outdoor seating providing modern fare, wood-fired pizzas & wine.
10/10 would recommend
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Boulder Creek
1551 N Green StStriking steakhouse with a bar & outdoor seating providing modern fare, wood-fired pizzas & wine.
10/10 would recommend
Open mall covering major shopping categories, plus casual dining options & a large movie complex.
15 minute drive
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The Shops at Perry Crossing
2499 Perry Crossing WayOpen mall covering major shopping categories, plus casual dining options & a large movie complex.
15 minute drive
Massachusetts Avenue, or simply Mass Ave, is one of six designated cultural districts in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is located just a few blocks northeast of Monument Circle.
20 minute drive
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Massachusetts Avenue
Massachusetts AvenueMassachusetts Avenue, or simply Mass Ave, is one of six designated cultural districts in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is located just a few blocks northeast of Monument Circle.
20 minute drive
Top rated Cajun restaurant featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dines. Local favorite in Mooresville, IN about a 25 minute drive from Brownsburg
Zydeco's
11 E Main StTop rated Cajun restaurant featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dines. Local favorite in Mooresville, IN about a 25 minute drive from Brownsburg
City/town information
Well worth the scenic hour drive - Nashville, IN is a must stop. Old town charm with countless gift shops, dining, and wine tastings. Minutes away from hiking the rolling hills of Brown Co. National Park.
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Nashville
Well worth the scenic hour drive - Nashville, IN is a must stop. Old town charm with countless gift shops, dining, and wine tastings. Minutes away from hiking the rolling hills of Brown Co. National Park.
Home to Indiana University. Great sports, food, and near Lake Monroe.
1.25 hour drive from Brownsburg
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Bloomington
Home to Indiana University. Great sports, food, and near Lake Monroe.
1.25 hour drive from Brownsburg
Neighborhoods
Designated cultural district located about six miles north of downtown Indianapolis. Broad Ripple's position as a cornerstone of Indianapolis's youth culture and nightlife is a result of its thriving bar scene and the nearby presence of Butler University. Staying true to the neighborhood motto "we're open if you are," numerous Broad Ripple bars and restaurants remain open as late as 3 A.M.
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Broad Ripple Avenue
Broad Ripple AvenueDesignated cultural district located about six miles north of downtown Indianapolis. Broad Ripple's position as a cornerstone of Indianapolis's youth culture and nightlife is a result of its thriving bar scene and the nearby presence of Butler University. Staying true to the neighborhood motto "we're open if you are," numerous Broad Ripple bars and restaurants remain open as late as 3 A.M.