Top Spots to Visit in Indianapolis with Kids

Kristy Pepping said:  The JW Marriott is surrounded on three sides by White River State Park which offers several outdoor activities that are great for the kids; think hiking and biking. If the weather is cold there is indoor pool great for swimming anytime of the year. Outside, there are picnic tables, and if you are in need of some shopping, you can walk across a bridge to Circle City Mall.

Beth Wood said:  If you happen to be visiting Indianapolis during baseball season, be sure to take in an Indianapolis Indians minor league baseball game at Victory Field in downtown Indianapolis. Recognized as one of the "best minor league ballparks in America" by Baseball America and Sports Illustrated, Victory Field offers baseball fans several different seating options including a lawn area, numerous concession offerings, family entertainment such as Super Hero night and fireworks after night games.

Season runs April - September

Beth Wood said:  The Indiana State Museum offers three floors of unique exhibits and hands-on experiences that showcase the stories, events and characters that have helped shape Indiana’s history. The museum tells the story of the Hoosier state by exploring Indiana art, science and culture. Visitors will experience Indiana's past, present and future through scientific, cultural, history and art exhibits that help define our place in the world. There is also an IMAX theater that shows both Hollywood blockbusters and educational films.

Beth Wood said:  NCAA stands for National Committee of Athletics Association and represents college athletes from around the U.S. The Hall of Champions museum offers interactive exhibits that engage visitors and create a true-to-life understanding of what it takes to become a college athlete. All 24 NCAA sports are featured and exhibit current team rankings, video highlights, and artifacts donated from colleges around the nation. You'll also find a fully interactive area to compete virtually and hands-on through sports simulators.

Beth Wood said:  The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest and only one of two museums east of the Mississippi that explores both Native America and the American West. The Eiteljorg offers engaging exhibits that show high quality Western Art as well as Native American art and cultural objects. With three floors of exhibits, an interactive children's area, a cafe and special events occurring year round, the Eiteljorg is a must visit spot while you're in Indianapolis.

Dawn Denning said:  See some of the greatest tourist attractions in downtown Indianapolis from a Segway! The Segway tour will take you passed the NCAA Museum, Indianapolis Zoo, Military Park and the 250+ acre White Water State Park. Your family can learn about the history and best parts of Indianapolis. Book online.

Beth Wood said:  Pizza King Station is a great spot for any train lovers in your family! Pizza King Station is a unique Indiana tradition that serves salads, breadsticks, sandwiches, wraps, pizza and more in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Their spacious restaurant on the south side of Indianapolis features a one of a kind old fashioned type model trains that run throughout the pizzeria delivering drinks and appetizers.

Beth Wood said:  Massachusetts Avenue, known as Mass Ave by Indy locals, is located in downtown Indianapolis and is home to public art, galleries, theater, dining, shopping and more. This 7 block stretch is a local hot spot that offers casual to upscale dining options, a popular night life scene, great local shops and boutiques and much more. Be sure to stop by on your visit and see everything Mass Ave has to offer!

Beth Wood said:  The Indianapolis Zoo connects visitors with animals and plants in their biomes: deserts, encounters, forests, oceans and plains. These five areas house around 230 species of animals and about 2,000 varieties of plants together in simulated natural habitats. You can also experience various animal chats and feeding experiences, a dolphin show, carousel ride, Junction train ride, 4-D theater, skyline, the Kombo family coaster ride, race-a-cheetah activity and much more.

Beth Wood said:  Newfields sits on a 152-acre campus that includes galleries, the Oldfields – Lilly House & Gardens and The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. It is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the nation and has been an important part of the cultural landscape of the city of Indianapolis for nearly 130 years. It offers more than 54,000 works spanning 5,000 years. A wonderful place to explore both art and nature.

Beth Wood said:  The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is located on the grounds of "The Greatest Race Course in the World" and offers 36,000 square feet dedicated to automobiles and auto racing. The museum's collection includes race cars from many series including IndyCar, NASCAR, Formula One, Sprint, Midget, motorcycle races and drag racing. The museum offers 2 gift shops and the tracks retail photography shop. A must see for any racing fan.

Shila said:  An elite group of professional drivers compete in a race of 200 laps/500 miles at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! The main event take places on Memorial Day weekend. Throughout the week, too, check out a variety of kid-friendly Indy 500 events that'll get your geared up for the big race.

Memorial Day weekend

Beth Wood said:  Indy is the home of IndyCar Racing so a stop at the Dallara Indy Car Factory is a must do for any racing fan! Explore 23,000 square feet of interactive and hands-on exhibits centered around the engineering and technology of the world's fastest sport! On your visit, check out current IndyCar blueprints and design concepts, sit behind the wheel of a real IndyCar and race using iRacing, get your picture taken with the current IndyCar, see IndyCars being made in person and much more.

Beth Wood said:  Take your family to Mug-N-Bun Drive In to experience over 50 years of history. Known for their huge tenderloins, hand-dipped onion rings, secret coney sauce, signature homemade rootbeer and milkshakes. There is something on the menu for everyone! You can go for the whole drive-in experience and dine in your car or choose to dine at the outdoor picnic area. An indoor dining area has also been added to the restaurant. Any way you choose to dine, you're in for quite the experience!

Serving lunch and dinner

Beth Wood said:  Traders Point Creamery is Indiana's first certified organic dairy farm and is well known for their dairy products such as yogurt, milk and ice cream. This family-owned, 100% grassfed dairy farm and creamery hopes to reconnect people to their food and where it comes from. Visitors can experience brunch, lunch and dinner at The Loft Restaurant, get ice cream or milk shakes at The Dairy Bar, take self guided or private guided farm tours, watch the farmers milk the cows and much more.