Monument Circle

Downtown core — business by day, dining and nightlife in the evening

🚶 0 min from Convention Center via skywalk

The heart of downtown Indianapolis. The Soldiers and Sailors Monument anchors the city's most iconic intersection, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and the iconic Circle Centre Mall. Most convention hotels are within a 5-minute walk.

Highlights

  • Soldiers and Sailors Monument — climb to the observation deck for panoramic views
  • Circle Centre Mall — shops and restaurants connected to the Convention Center via skywalk
  • Hilbert Circle Theatre — home of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
  • Christ Church Cathedral — stunning Gothic architecture
  • Spring park installation on the Circle (seasonal)

Restaurants & Bars

St. Elmo Steak House

restaurant $$$$

Steakhouse

“World-famous shrimp cocktail that'll clear your sinuses — an Indianapolis institution since 1902”

127 S Illinois St

Buca di Beppo

restaurant $$

Italian

“Family-style Italian that feeds the whole group — huge portions meant to share”

35 N Illinois St

Cafe Patachou

restaurant $$

Breakfast / Brunch / Cafe

“Indianapolis' favorite breakfast and brunch spot — across from the State Capitol, beloved by locals”

225 W Washington St

Fogo de Chão

restaurant $$$$

Brazilian Steakhouse

“All-you-can-eat Brazilian churrasco — gaucho chefs carve meats tableside until you flip the card to red”

117 E Washington St

Giordano's

restaurant $$

Pizza / Italian

“Chicago-style deep dish pizza right on Illinois Street — a convention crowd staple”

43 N Illinois St

Harry & Izzy's

restaurant $$$

Steakhouse / American

“St. Elmo's more casual sister restaurant — same ownership, same famous shrimp cocktail, easier to get a table”

153 S Illinois St

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse

restaurant $$$$

Steakhouse

“USDA Prime steaks and an extensive wine list right on Monument Circle — polished business-dinner atmosphere”

51 N Illinois St

India Garden

restaurant $$

Indian

“Best Indian food downtown — the lunch buffet is a local favorite and incredible value”

207 N Delaware St

American / Pub

“No-frills downtown pub with cold beer and solid comfort food — a local lunch staple”

301 W Washington St

Ruth's Chris Steak House

restaurant $$$$

Steakhouse

“Sizzling butter steaks served at 500 degrees — a reliable upscale option steps from the Convention Center”

45 S Illinois St

Spoke & Steele

restaurant $$$

New American

“Craft cocktails and elevated American fare inside Le Meridien hotel — sophisticated but not stuffy”

123 S Illinois St

The Oceanaire Seafood Room

restaurant $$$$

Seafood

“Upscale seafood with a retro ocean-liner vibe — the best fish downtown”

30 S Meridian St

Tin Roof

bar $$

Bar Food / Live Music

“Live music every night and open until 3 AM — the place to go when everything else closes”

36 S Pennsylvania St, Ste 190

Weber Grill Restaurant

restaurant $$$

American / BBQ / Grill

“Everything cooked on Weber kettle grills — great steaks, burgers, and ribs right on Monument Circle”

10 N Illinois St

Yard House

restaurant $$

American / Craft Beer

“Over 100 beers on tap and a massive menu — connected to Circle Centre Mall near the Convention Center”

15 W Maryland St

Yolk

restaurant $$

Breakfast / Brunch

“Creative breakfast right on Monument Circle — specialty juices and premium coffee”

111 Monument Circle, Suite 100

Hotels

“All-suite hotel with free cooked-to-order breakfast and evening reception — great value for families”

110 W Washington St

“On the corner of Illinois and Market — walking distance to everything downtown”

120 W Market St

“Connected to Convention Center via skywalk — revolving rooftop restaurant with city views”

1 S Capitol Ave

“Connected to Convention Center and 200+ venues via the downtown skywalk system”

241 W Washington St

Attractions

“The iconic centerpiece of Indianapolis — climb 330 steps to the observation deck for panoramic city views”

1 Monument Circle

“Home of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra — a stunning 1916 theater right on Monument Circle”

45 Monument Circle

“Professional live theater in a gorgeous 1927 movie palace — one of the best regional theaters in the country”

140 W Washington St

“Seven-block National Historic Landmark with war memorials, museums, fountains, and public parks — free admission”

55 E Michigan St

Pacers Bikeshare

attraction $

“Grab a bike and explore downtown — 50+ stations and 500+ bikes across the city, free for Indy residents”

Stations throughout downtown Indianapolis

Parking

Capitol Commons Garage

parking $$$$

“Closest garage to the Convention Center — but you'll pay for the convenience”

20 N Capitol Ave

“Best value downtown parking — $2 for up to 3 hours, connected to Circle Centre Mall and skywalk system”

48 W Maryland St

Express Park Garage

parking $$

“24/7 garage right on Pennsylvania Street — early bird rate $15 if you enter before 9 AM”

20 N Pennsylvania St

Market Tower Garage

parking $$

“Central downtown garage steps from Monument Circle — $24 max daily”

139 N Illinois St