Visit Indianapolis: Your Ultimate Insider's Guide!

By A MakeMyMove Team Member • Jan 17, 2025 UTC

Photo credit to Katherine Wolgemuth, a verified local. A city view from Highland Park.

Great choice wanting to visit Indianapolis before you make the move! Whether you're exploring the city's neighborhoods, local attractions, or dining hotspots, we’re here to help.

You'll have on-demand access to locals in the Indy area—post your questions to our community feed or call/text a Mover Guide at 888-482-7605 for personalized insights.

Finding the Perfect Place to Stay in Indianapolis

Marion County Airbnb
- Mass Ave, Broad Ripple, and Fountain Square are good options!
Visit Indy Hotel Page
Google Map of all the hotels in Marion County
Bottleworks Hotel
Hyatt Downtown

Getting Around: Navigating Indy Like a Local

We recommend renting a car but it's not the only option. Uber/Lyft is available at all times of the day and throughout the Marion County area.

Discounts on Transportation:

Avis: Save 35% at more locations with fewer exclusions using code A519321!
Budget: Get up to 35% off when you sign in or create an account.
Lyft: Get 50% off 2 rides with code: 50OFF2. Up to $10/ride

Discounts on Hotels/Flights:

Get 10% off or more on select flights when you sign in as a member or create an account.
Expedia: Enjoy 10% off or more on select flights when you sign in as a member or create an account.

Neighborhoods to Explore Before You Move

The MakeMyMove Indianapolis, IN Housing Guide is great for kickstarting your housing search. Below are a few options for rentals + home to purchase:

Canal Square Apartments (Downtown Indianapolis)
Penrose on Mass (Mass Ave)
Fletcher Place Lofts (Fountain Square)
The Coil at Broad Ripple (Broad Ripple)

Property Management contacts for home buyers:

Additional neighborhoods to review/explore!

Irvington, Cottage Home, Windsor Park, Meridian-Kessler, Haughville, Southside (near Garfield Park), St. Clair Place, Mapleton-Fall Creek, Bates-Hendricks, Fairfield Heights, Little Flower, and West Indianapolis (near the Old Southside).

Map of areas in Marion County, IN.

Where to Eat: A Taste of Indianapolis

Pro Tip: Visit Indy is also a great source for this!

Exploring Indy’s Must-See Attractions

Go see a show at The Vogue
- Receive a special gift for anyone who gets a photo with Emily, one of our Mover Guides!
Fowling at the Circle City Complex
Go on a bookstore hop to all of our amazing bookstores (Tomorrow, Loud Mouth, Indy Reads, Whispering Shelf, etc.)
Dinner and a movie at the Kan-Kan
Enjoy a drink at Sundry and Vice (bar in the Bottleworks Hotel)
Explore the Bottleworks compound (go to Pins, The Garage for food, see a movie at Living Room theaters, etc.)
The Jazz Kitchen for a show
Go see the cute dogs and get a beer at Metazoa
Duckpin bowling in Fountain Square
Newfields OR Eiteljorg for art museum options

Kid Friendly Activities & Restaurants

Children's Museum
Indianapolis Zoo
White River State Park
Tarkington Park
Go Ape! (Seasonal)
Baseball Game at Victory Field (Seasonal)
Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream $
Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza $
Café 251 $
The Rathskeller $$
Café Patachou $$

School System Resources for Marion County, IN

Visit tips from an Indianapolis local.

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers—Reach Out to Your Mover Guide!

We hope this guide helps you make the most of your visit to Indianapolis! Remember, if you have any questions or need personalized recommendations, post them on our community feed or contact a Mover Guide.

Call or text us at 888-482-7605 for insider tips, local advice, and everything you need to know to make your visit—and eventual move—smooth and enjoyable. Safe travels and happy exploring!

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