During your Indianapolis vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Built in 1909, this is one of the most celebrated auto raceways in the world. Each May, more than 400,000 spectators throng to the 2.5-mile oval course to watch the Indianapolis 500, the largest single-day sporting event in the world, boasting the largest purse in motor racing. The Speedway also hosts the United States Grand Prix in June and the NASCAR Brickyard 400 in August.The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum (open daily 9am-5pm; $3 adults, $1 children 6-15) is within the track's oval. The 433-acre speedway also features a PGA course (4 holes inside the track and 14 outside).
Conner Prairie Pioneer Settlement
Located 30 miles northeast of downtown, this restored 19th-century village faithfully reproduces pioneer life between 1820 and 1840 with the help of 36 carefully restored buildings, crafts demonstrations, and reenactments of events on the frontier. In summer, you can take a picnic here and listen to a concert under the stars as part of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's "Symphony on the Prairie" series.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Built in 1909, this is one of the most celebrated auto raceways in the world. Each May, more than 400,000 spectators throng to the 2.5-mile oval course to watch the Indianapolis 500, the largest single-day sporting event in the world, boasting the largest purse in motor racing. The Speedway also hosts the United States Grand Prix in June and the NASCAR Brickyard 400 in August.The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum (open daily 9am-5pm; $3 adults, $1 children 6-15) is within the track's oval. The 433-acre speedway also features a PGA course (4 holes inside the track and 14 outside).
Westin Hotel Indianapolis
This luxury hotel, connected via sky bridge to Circle Centre Mall and Convention Center/RCA Dome, is within convenient walking distance of Union Station and the downtown attractions. Guest rooms feature the usual array of deluxe amenities, including bathrobes. There are special rooms for fitness buffs (with yoga and Pilates equipment and an exercise bike) and for corporate types (fax, office supplies, and so forth). Some rooms offer wonderful views of the state's Capitol; ask when booking.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown
This downtown chain hotel is nicely situated on the edge of White River State Park and across the street from the Eiteljorg Museum. The unusually clean and well-maintained rooms are bright and cheerful, and some have terraces. There's also a 24-hour exercise room.
University Place Conference Center and Hotel
Located on the campus of Indiana University/Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), this hotel offers well-furnished and functional rooms with refrigerators, coffeemakers, and hair dryers. Guests can use campus facilities, including a terrific indoor pool, fitness center, track-and-field stadium, and children's day-care center, making this a great choice for active families.
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