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During your Indianapolis vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Indianapolis Museum of Art
This world-class museum has notable paintings by El Greco, Rubens, American Impressionists, and European neo-Impressionists -- and there's no admission charge to the permanent collection. Other strengths include African art, Japanese Edo-period paintings, American furniture, textiles, costumes, and a superb collection of Turner works on paper. The sculpture garden includes Robert Indiana's famed LOVE. In summer, the museum hosts the Summer Nights concert and film series. Bring a picnic, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy open-air performances or classic films. Also on the grounds is the Oldfields-Lilly House, a historic 22-room mansion open to the public (admission $5 adults, $4 students and seniors). At press time the museum was undergoing an extensive, multimillion-dollar expansion that may affect opening times, and some galleries and facilities may be closed during construction. Call ahead for more information.
Indianapolis Zoo
This $64-million, 64-acre facility celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2004 and features 2,000 animals roaming through simulated environments. Get up close with an armadillo or try your hand at feeding a giraffe. The zoo's immense Dolphin Pavilion was being renovated at press time and is scheduled to reopen in summer 2005; for an aquatic fix, check out the new seahorse exhibit. The zoo is in the 250-acre White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St. (tel. 317/634-4567; www.inwhiteriver.com).The White River Botanical Gardens are also located on the zoo grounds. Admission to the gardens is $7 adults, $6 seniors and children in summer; reduced admission in winter. The gardens are open from 9am to 4pm (longer hours in summer).
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.
Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis Airport
Residence Inn by Marriott is designed to make you feel at home for a day, a week, a month or more. Our suites give you fifty percent more space than most traditional hotel rooms. The Residence Inn Indianapolis Airport is located eight miles west of downtown and eight miles southwest of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Complimentary airport transportation is provided 5am to 1am with a courtesy telephone in baggage claim. Pets are allowed with a non-refundable cleaning fee of USD 100 plus USD 5 ...
Omni Severin Hotel
Located in downtown Indianapolis. Connected to Nordstrom department store and Circle Centre Mall by skywalk. The mall is also connected to the convention center by a skywalk. It is one block from Conseco Fieldhouse and the RCA Dome. The Omni Severin proudly serves as one of the city's most elegant hotels. Built in 1913, the hotel has been restored to its original grandeur and offers the most contemporary amenities while maintaining its historic charm. Situated in the heart of the entertainment ...
Jameson Inn Indy Castleton
At Jameson Inn, guests experience the conveniences of a contemporary hotel with the charm of a country inn. Along with our Legendary Service, guests also can enjoy a complimentary breakfast with Belgian waffles, an internet computer kiosk in the lobby, complimentary weekday newspaper, an on-site fitness center, and a sparkling swimming pool. All of our spacious rooms include comfortable Dreamium pillowtop beds, work area with free wireless internet access, microwave, refrigerator, 25" ...
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