Things To Do
CityWay (area around the hotel)
Convenient and walkable areas to check out around the hotel: Food & Drinks: • Nesso Italian Kitchen – Upscale Italian dining • Yolk – Popular brunch destination • Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar – Southern-inspired dishes. • Agave & Rye – Eclectic tacos and drinks. • Taxman Brewery – A gastropub and beer garden. • The Slippery Noodle – Indy's oldest bar, a classic for a late-night drink.
Fletcher Place
Just southeast of the hotel, a walkable area with great food and drinks. • Bluebeard – A James Beard-nominated restaurant serving delicious seasonal food. One of our favorite places to go! • Hotel Tango Distillery – A cozy tasting room and craft cocktails. • Chilly Water Brewing Co. – A laid-back brewery with craft beers. • The Dugout Bar – A classic dive bar, great for catching some sports. • Milktooth – An acclaimed brunch spot offering inventive dishes in a former auto shop setting.
Downtown / Monument Circle
Walkable core with iconic sights and a few classic venues. Fun: • Monument Circle – Landmark photo spot, especially pretty at night Food & Drinks: • St. Elmo Steak House – Indy institution known for its shrimp cocktail • Coaches Tavern – A favorite sports bar with tall drinks and good food.
Mass Ave
Trendy, artsy district with shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Food & Drinks: • The Rathskeller – German beer garden with live music. • The Eagle – An after-work favorite for chicken and drinks. • The Exchange – Classy cocktail lounge, a common happy hour. • And many more!
Bottleworks District
Newer development with a blend of historic charm and modern flair. Food & Drinks: • Bodhi – A favorite of ours, great Thai food, drinks, and patio. • Forty-Five Degrees – Another favorite, a fun place with good sushi! • Garage Food Hall – A unique, fun, fancy food court with tons of options. Fun: • Pins Mechanical Co. – Duckpin bowling, pinball, and cocktails!
White River Park Area
White River State Park area, great for outdoors. Fun: • White River State Park – Trails, gardens, paddleboats • Indianapolis Zoo – Well-designed and family-friendly • Eiteljorg Museum – Native American & Western art • Indiana State Museum – Interactive exhibits across science, culture, and history • Victory Field – Catch an Indianapolis Indians baseball game
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Saint John's the Evangelist Catholic Church is a beautiful historic church known for its stunning Gothic Revival architecture. It's located just a few blocks from The Alexander Hotel, and it offers Sunday Mass at 8am, 10:30am, 7pm.