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Neighborhoods
This home resides in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood. The part of town has street after street of original houses from the Late 1800's. There is a huge resurgence of interest and many of the homes are being renovated with all of the modern conveniences. Take some time to just wander through some neighborhoods. Who knows you may see Two Chicks and a Hammer TV show being filmed down one of those streets.
1360 S Talbott St
1360 South Talbott StreetThis home resides in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood. The part of town has street after street of original houses from the Late 1800's. There is a huge resurgence of interest and many of the homes are being renovated with all of the modern conveniences. Take some time to just wander through some neighborhoods. Who knows you may see Two Chicks and a Hammer TV show being filmed down one of those streets.
Sightseeing
Take a walk around and get a picture in front of the bronze statue of Payton Manning. Lucas Oil Stadium is one of only four professional football venues with a retractible roof.
312 locals recommend
Lucas Oil Stadium
500 S Capitol AveTake a walk around and get a picture in front of the bronze statue of Payton Manning. Lucas Oil Stadium is one of only four professional football venues with a retractible roof.
The Indianapolis Zoo is a 64-acre non-profit zoo, public aquarium, and botanical garden in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Incorporated in 1944, the Indianapolis Zoological Society established the first zoo at George Washington Park in 1964.
311 locals recommend
Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W Washington StThe Indianapolis Zoo is a 64-acre non-profit zoo, public aquarium, and botanical garden in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Incorporated in 1944, the Indianapolis Zoological Society established the first zoo at George Washington Park in 1964.
The Indiana Convention Center is a major convention center located in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The original structure was completed in 1972 and has undergone five expansions. In total, there are 71 meeting rooms, 11 exhibit halls, and three multi-purpose ballrooms.
14 locals recommend
Convention center
1861 Monument CirThe Indiana Convention Center is a major convention center located in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The original structure was completed in 1972 and has undergone five expansions. In total, there are 71 meeting rooms, 11 exhibit halls, and three multi-purpose ballrooms.
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 Verizon 200, and formerly the home of the United States Grand Prix.
322 locals recommend
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
4790 W 16th StThe 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 Verizon 200, and formerly the home of the United States Grand Prix.
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is the world's largest children's museum. It is located at 3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, in the United Northwest Area neighborhood of the city. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.
362 locals recommend
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian StThe Children's Museum of Indianapolis is the world's largest children's museum. It is located at 3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, in the United Northwest Area neighborhood of the city. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.
he Indiana State Soldiers and Sailors Monument is a 284 ft 6 in (86.72 m) tall neoclassical monument built on Monument Circle, a circular, brick-paved street that intersects Meridian and Market streets in the center of downtown Indianapolis.
170 locals recommend
Monument Circle
Monument Circlehe Indiana State Soldiers and Sailors Monument is a 284 ft 6 in (86.72 m) tall neoclassical monument built on Monument Circle, a circular, brick-paved street that intersects Meridian and Market streets in the center of downtown Indianapolis.
The NCAA Hall of Champions is an interactive museum and part of a three-building complex that houses a conference center and the corporate headquarters of both the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis.
64 locals recommend
NCAA Hall of Champions
700 W Washington StThe NCAA Hall of Champions is an interactive museum and part of a three-building complex that houses a conference center and the corporate headquarters of both the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis.
Food scene
Historic & stately wining & dining destination known for its steaks & seafood, plus cocktail lounge.
157 locals recommend
St. Elmo Steak House
127 S Illinois StHistoric & stately wining & dining destination known for its steaks & seafood, plus cocktail lounge.
It's no wonder Ruth’s Chris Steak House is Indianapolis' preferred downtown fine dining location—our staff has a collective 200+ years of Ruth's Chris experience. Whether it’s a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting or a private party, our Indianapolis steakhouse will deliver superior service and an unforgettable dining experience.
39 locals recommend
Ruth's Chris Steak House
2727 E 86th StIt's no wonder Ruth’s Chris Steak House is Indianapolis' preferred downtown fine dining location—our staff has a collective 200+ years of Ruth's Chris experience. Whether it’s a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting or a private party, our Indianapolis steakhouse will deliver superior service and an unforgettable dining experience.
Brothers Stephen and Brian Lindsay started The HandleBar in 2012 with a pretty simple goal: Bring a new outdoor experience to the city that brings people together, pay off their investment and learn a little about starting/running a small business along the way. Both graduated with degrees in Mechanical Engineering, however the HandleBar pulled them out of corporate America after 3 years of running the business on nights/weekends. By starting The HandleBar, they are combining their love of being outdoors with socializing and meeting new people. The HandleBar is a way to help locals and out of town visitors enjoy this great midwestern city in a unique way. Let’s ride!
13 locals recommend
The HandleBar
501 Madison AveBrothers Stephen and Brian Lindsay started The HandleBar in 2012 with a pretty simple goal: Bring a new outdoor experience to the city that brings people together, pay off their investment and learn a little about starting/running a small business along the way. Both graduated with degrees in Mechanical Engineering, however the HandleBar pulled them out of corporate America after 3 years of running the business on nights/weekends. By starting The HandleBar, they are combining their love of being outdoors with socializing and meeting new people. The HandleBar is a way to help locals and out of town visitors enjoy this great midwestern city in a unique way. Let’s ride!
Named for the date Prohibition was repealed, 1205 Distillery celebrates the right to enjoy excellent spirits. A small batch distillery and cocktail bar in Indianapolis and a second location in Westfield, we are committed to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to produce spirits that meet our uncommonly high standards. Our handcrafted products evoke both tradition and innovation, offering a unique drinking experience. Take a load off, sip and savor.
11 locals recommend
1205 Distillery
634 Virginia AveNamed for the date Prohibition was repealed, 1205 Distillery celebrates the right to enjoy excellent spirits. A small batch distillery and cocktail bar in Indianapolis and a second location in Westfield, we are committed to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to produce spirits that meet our uncommonly high standards. Our handcrafted products evoke both tradition and innovation, offering a unique drinking experience. Take a load off, sip and savor.
Tiki cocktails & creative bar bites on offer in this bamboo clad, island-themed haunt.
45 locals recommend
The Inferno Room
902 Virginia AveTiki cocktails & creative bar bites on offer in this bamboo clad, island-themed haunt.
Seasonal rooftop bar providing tap beers, wine, cocktails, & bar snacks amid skyline views.
33 locals recommend
The Rooftop Garden
1105 Prospect StSeasonal rooftop bar providing tap beers, wine, cocktails, & bar snacks amid skyline views.
With the distinction of being the first Kuma’s Corner location to open outside of not only Chicago but also outside of it’s home state of Illinois, Kuma’s Indianapolis is proud to call the Fountain Square neighborhood it’s home.
Since August 2015, we’ve been honored to serve Indianapolis the best burgers and craft beer available anywhere.
68 locals recommend
Kuma's Corner Indianapolis
1127 Prospect StWith the distinction of being the first Kuma’s Corner location to open outside of not only Chicago but also outside of it’s home state of Illinois, Kuma’s Indianapolis is proud to call the Fountain Square neighborhood it’s home.
Since August 2015, we’ve been honored to serve Indianapolis the best burgers and craft beer available anywhere.
Since 1905, four generations of Shapiros have been making quality meals for our family and friends in the United States, buying vegetables from our Italian neighbors; sugar and beans from Needham Hurst, now NKHurst Beans, when they first opened in 1938; and corned beef from Sam & Emil in Chicago, otherwise known as Vienna Beef. Relationships in business turned into friendships.
48 locals recommend
Shapiro's Delicatessen
808 S Meridian StSince 1905, four generations of Shapiros have been making quality meals for our family and friends in the United States, buying vegetables from our Italian neighbors; sugar and beans from Needham Hurst, now NKHurst Beans, when they first opened in 1938; and corned beef from Sam & Emil in Chicago, otherwise known as Vienna Beef. Relationships in business turned into friendships.