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1. Indianapolis Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Indianapolis Museum of Art
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2. The Canal and White River State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Canal and White River State Park
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3. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Hall of Fame Museum

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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Hall of Fame Museum
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4. Indianapolis Art Center

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Indianapolis Art Center
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5. Lockerbie Square Historic District

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Lockerbie Square Historic District
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6. The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

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The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
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7. Indiana State Museum

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Indiana State Museum
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8. Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

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Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
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9. GRT Glass Design

10. Indiana Repertory Theatre

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Indiana Repertory Theatre
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11. Indianapolis Zoo

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Indianapolis Zoo
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12. Indiana Historical Society

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Indiana Historical Society
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13. The Indianapolis Cultural Trail

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The Indianapolis Cultural Trail
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14. Oldfields-Lilly House & Gardens

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Oldfields-Lilly House & Gardens
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15. Soldiers and Sailors Monument

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Soldiers and Sailors Monument
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16. Indy Racing Experience, Indiana

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Indy Racing Experience, Indiana
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17. The Meridian

18. Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
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19. Bluebeard, Indianapolis, IN

20. The Rhythm! Discovery Center, Indiana

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The Rhythm! Discovery Center, Indiana
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21. Spoke and Steele

22. Eagle Creek Park

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Eagle Creek Park
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23. Bakersfield Tacos

24. Go Ape

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • The capital city of Indiana, Indianapolis, offers travelers many unique things to see and do.
  • Visit great museums like the Indianapolis Museum of Art, stay at a great hotel, stroll through White River State Park downtown with kids, and tour the Lockerbie Square Historic District.
  • Explore the zoo, go shopping, have a romantic dinner, and watch a performance at the theater in the evening.
  • You can even join a paid tour if you want some company.

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