Things To Do
Bottleworks District
For those of you who want to enjoy a bit of downtown Indianapolis, this is a great area for food, drinks and entertainment. Mass Ave is one of the most popular streets in downtown Indianapolis, so if you have extra time, it is worth the trip!
Urban Vines Winery & Brewery
Just 20 minutes north of the recommended hotels, enjoy this outdoor winery and brewery overlooking farm land.
Birdies Miniature Golf Course & Sports Bar
Like top golf but putt-putt. Close to Urban Vines, have some adult beverages (or kiddie ones) while playing a round of 18 holes. Gets busy on the weekend but evenings are a great time to go. Full restaurant as well.
Sun King Carmel
Enjoy one of the most popular local breweries in a food court setting. Three levels of delicious food options plus great local beer. For those who are not as excited about IPAs/Hoppy beer, Sun King is your kind of option.
Indianapolis Zoo
Who doesn't like a good zoo? The Indy zoo is easy to get to from anywhere in the area, so if you have spare time and want to wander around with the animals, here's your chance!
The Eagle
One of our favorite restaurants in Indianapolis, this is a must if you're going to be on Mass Ave anyway. Fried chicken and other southern comfort food favorites. Recommend taking an Uber/Lyft as parking around Mass Ave can be tricky depending on the day.
Metazoa Brewing Company
The best brewery in the city since it is dog friendly with a dog park! CJ and Wellie frequented this often with their humans when they lived downtown. While food is not served, they do allow you to order in or bring your own.
Keystone at the Crossing
If being out of town is your excuse to shop, then have at it! Keystone Crossings has plenty of shopping and restaurants to fill your time.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Though Amanda has never actually been, it apparently is a staple of Indianapolis. Feels like an obligatory add to the list for that purpose. If anyone does goes, you'll have to tell Amanda all about it!
Atomic Bowl Duckpin
Located in the Fountain Square district which is also home to a number of breweries, Atomic Bowl is a popular duckpin bowling location. Call for reservations on the weekend.
The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers
With a location in Indy and Carmel, this is a must for dessert lovers. While there is an entire restaurant, it is also perfectly fine to just go to the bakery part and indulge.