It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Indianapolis, Indiana, with us.
Great for families, Children’s Museum Indianapolis offers five floors of exhibits covering Arts & Humanities and the Natural Sciences. Within, visitors can find simulated Cretaceous and Jurassic dinosaur habitats, as well as a steam locomotive and exhibit on the stories of Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, Malala Yousadzai and more. © James Kirkikis | Dreamstime.com
Experience the thrills of car racing at the annual Indianapolis 500, held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Typically held over Memorial Day weekend in May, this event sees the best of the best in American open-wheel car racing come together to race 200 laps. © Walter Arce | Dreamstime.com
Along Canal Walk, a 3-mile loop running from White River State Park to 11th Street, you’ll come across some of the city’s best sights and landmarks. The walkway ventures by murals and public art, USS Indianapolis, and Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center. There’s even a place to rent a paddleboat or kayak, take a gondola ride and even ride a bike. © Sean Pavone | Dreamstime.com
Located at the intersection of Meridian and Market streets in the city center, the Indiana State Soldiers and Sailors Monument was erected in 1902 to honor Hoosiers who were veterans in different wars throughout American history. In fact, this monument is the first in the country dedicated to the common soldier. The 284-foot-tall structure is also the largest outdoor memorial and largest of its kind in the state. © Sean Pavone | Dreamstime.com
While currently closed for renovations, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum reopens this April, inviting visitors to view more than 55,000 artifacts and more than 150 vehicles now on display. Tours are also available to get a more in-depth experience of the track, too. © Christopher Smith | Dreamstime.com
Home of the Indianapolis Colts, Lucas Oil Stadium erupts with roars and cheers during football season. This state-of-the-art stadium boasts a retractable roof, club lounges, exhibit halls and more. The stadium also connects to Indiana Convention Center via an underground walkway. © Todd Taulman | Dreamstime.com
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