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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).
Morris-Butler House
Housed in an 1862 Victorian mansion, this three-story museum focuses on Victorian decorative arts such as fine silver, tapestries, and Belter & Meeks furniture.
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
This impressive $14-million building houses one of the country's most notable collections of Native American and Western art. The "Art of the American West" collection includes works by Frederic Remington and Georgia O'Keeffe. The Native American artifacts include clothing, beadwork, and pottery from all over North America.
University Place Hotel
University Place hoteh, a 278-room full-service hotel, just underwent a $13 million renovation and now offers sophisticated technologies and contemporary decor. Guest rooms feature 32" flat panel televisions, wireless internet acces, ample work space and fine linens, among many other amenities. University Place Hotel is conveniently located on the campus of prestigious Indiana University-Purdue University in Downtown ...
AmeriSuites Indianapolis / Keystone
The AmeriSuites Indianapolis is located in the Keystone at the Crossing complex, within walking distance of several restaurants, businesses, and the Keystone Fashion Mall. The Convention Center and downtown is twenty minutes ...
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