Indianapolis Venues

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

“Street tacos, 100+ tequilas, and whiskey — the Mass Ave spot for a fun, lively dinner”

“One of the best restaurants in Indianapolis — seasonal, farm-to-table cooking in a converted warehouse”

“Creative gourmet burgers on Mass Ave — the original location since 2011”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Old-school red-sauce Italian in a family-run South Meridian landmark — the garden patio is a hidden gem”

“Heavy metal-themed gourmet burger joint from Chicago — loud music, dark vibes, incredible burgers”

“Latin-inspired fine dining in a gorgeous restored 1890s horse livery — one of the hottest restaurants in Indy”

“Authentic Mexican food with generous portions and a full cantina in Fountain Square”

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

“Cozy neighborhood Italian with handmade pasta and a warm atmosphere”

“Chef-driven New American on Mass Ave — upscale but not pretentious, great for business dinners”

“Nationally acclaimed brunch — named one of America's best new restaurants by Bon Appetit”

“Upscale coastal Italian with handmade pasta — a newer addition to the downtown dining scene”

“English-style pub with craft beers, hearty food, and live entertainment in Fountain Square”

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

“Upscale-casual seafood and steak with a scratch kitchen — no freezers, all fresh”

“Legendary Indianapolis deli since 1905 — corned beef, matzo ball soup, and strawberry pie”

“Authentic Thai cuisine that's been a Fountain Square staple for years — 767 Yelp reviews”

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

“The best fried chicken on Mass Ave — brined in-house, crispy outside, juicy inside”

“20+ food vendors under one roof in the Bottleworks District — lobster rolls, tacos, poke, fish & chips, and more”

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

“Budget-friendly Italian in a historic building — perfect for families and groups on a budget”

“Indianapolis' oldest restaurant — German food and huge outdoor biergarten in the historic Athenaeum building since 1894”

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

“The original slider — open late, cheap, and a Midwest fast food institution”

“Oakland's famous spicy fried chicken — halal, brined overnight, and fried to order”

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

“Cheap, fast, insanely flavorful Cajun food — locals line up for the daily specials”

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

“Indiana's oldest bar (since 1850) and the best live blues in the city — a must-visit Indy institution”

“Open until 3 AM with cold beer and solid bar food — the go-to late-night spot on Meridian”

“Gatsby-era cocktails and a massive game room — pool, ping pong, pinball, and darts until 3 AM”

“Massive menu, strong drinks, open late — the go-to post-event hangout for convention crowds”

“New Orleans-inspired cocktail bar and raw bar from a celebrated NOLA bartender”

“Eat, drink, and play — bowling, karaoke, arcade games, and full restaurant all under one roof”

“Cantina and tiki bar with creative Mexican food and tropical cocktails”

“Craft beer gastropub with 40+ taps and elevated bar food — a reliable downtown staple”

“Immersive tiki bar with elaborate craft cocktails — one of the best in the Midwest”

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

“Wall-to-wall screens and every game on — the ultimate sports watch party bar downtown”

“Largest hotel in Indiana — connected to the Convention Center via skywalk”

“Stunning boutique hotel in the restored 1930s Coca-Cola bottling plant — rated #1 boutique hotel in the US”

“Sleep in a converted Pullman train car inside historic Union Station — connected to Convention Center via skybridge”

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

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

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

“Solid convention hotel adjacent to Lucas Oil Stadium and connected to the Convention Center”

“Historic luxury hotel across the street from Union Station — a downtown Indy landmark since 1913”

“Boutique art hotel in the Autograph Collection — modern design, walkable to everything downtown”

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

“South entrance to Circle Centre — escalator access to the mall and skywalk system”

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

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

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

“One of the cheapest garages downtown — $8 max daily rate”

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

“Large garage between the Convention Center and Lucas Oil — entrances on Capitol Ave and Illinois St”

“Good value for Convention Center and Lucas Oil events — cheaper than Capitol Commons”

“Best daily rates near the Convention Center — max $18 for 24 hours”

“Skywalk-connected to Gainbridge Fieldhouse — solid option for Pacers games and events”

“Skybridge to JW Marriott — great for Victory Field and Convention Center west side”

“A 3-mile waterside loop through White River State Park — free, scenic, and the best walk in downtown Indy”

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

“Triple-A baseball in one of the best minor league parks in America — cheap tickets, great atmosphere”

“Historic 1928 building with vintage duckpin bowling, live events, and rooftop views”

“Fountain Square's premier live music venue — indie rock, Americana, hip hop, and more”

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

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

“Science, history, and art exhibits in White River State Park — IMAX theater on-site”

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

“World-class zoo in White River State Park — dolphins, orangutans, and the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center”

“Interactive sports exhibits celebrating all 24 NCAA sports — great for sports fans visiting for Combine or Big Ten”

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

“Indiana's most iconic craft brewery — huge taproom, local beers you can't get anywhere else”

“Belgian-style craft beer brewed in-house with a solid food menu — great outdoor patio”

“Indiana craft brewery with 26 taps, wood-fired pizza, and a big beer garden”

“Handmade fudge, 30+ ice cream flavors, and chocolate-dipped everything — the sweetest stop on Mass Ave”

“Home of the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever — major concerts and events year-round in the heart of downtown”

“Home of the Indianapolis Colts — retractable roof stadium connected to the Convention Center”

“Historic 1910 Shrine Temple turned premier concert and performing arts venue — 2,500+ capacity”