5 Things To Do While You Are  In Indianapolis  

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Indiana is well-known as the home of the annual Indianapolis 500 auto race, the NASCAR Brickyard 400, and the United States Grand Prix.  Indianapolis is also home to a plethora of museums, attractions, arts, and shopping.  Five of the top things to do in Indianapolis are:

1. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum exhibits nearly 75 cars, including more than 30 Indianapolis 500 winning cars.  Equipment and trophies are also on display.  Visitors may watch a 20-minute film highlighting the history of the track, and a bus tour around the track is provided when the track is not in use.  For more information on the Museum click on the link.

2.  White River State Park is an urban park brimming with activities, including the Indianapolis Zoo, an IMAX theater, the Indiana State Museum, White River Gardens, pedal boat rentals, and restaurants.  For more information on the Park click on the link.

3.  Chateau Thomas Winery. Wine aficionados may tour the Chateau Thomas Winery, sampling their Vinifera wines.  The winery gift shop offers a variety of wines, gourmet foods, and local cheeses.  For more information on the Winery click on the link.

4. Explore the historic Fountain Square, home to writers and entertainers, for a European-style adventure.  Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, German and Mexican cuisines are represented at Fountain Square, as are their respective cultures.  Shopping malls and antique stores are in abundance as well.

5. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, with 11 major galleries delving into the sciences and world cultures and covering over 400,000 square feet, is the largest children’s museum in the world.  Various events are scheduled throughout the year, offering a unique experience with each visit.  For more information on the Museum click on the link.