Navigating across the busy neighborhood of Wholesale District, Georgia Street is a kaleidoscope of some hip restaurants, lively bars and some of the famous tourist attractions of Indianapolis. Counted as one of the most vibrant outdoor spots of the city, it occupies a central location in the Downtown and plays host to a number of cultural events throughout the year. A well-laid out pedestrian sidewalk and a high-tech audio and light system ensure the street renders itself well for open-air meetings, concerts and conventions.
Located off North Michigan Road in Indianapolis, Newfields: A Place for Nature & the Arts is a fantastic place to visit for art lovers in the area. The art museum was established back in the year 1883 and was initially known as Art Association of Indianapolis. Since 2017, this museum has been part of the Newfields campus. Some of the other attractions to explore in the area are the Lilly House, the Beer Garden, Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park and more.
The Water Park is an excellent option to beat the summer heat. Equipped with slides and lap pools, the park offers the ultimate aquatic pleasures for a lazy day spent with family and friends. There are various water-rides to enjoy. It is also an off-beat way to celebrate a birthday, and the management provides facilities to make it more eventful. Do experience the Flow Rider here, for it is the major highlight.
The Indiana Medical History Museum is an interesting place for fans of medical science to trace its development through the ages. It is a non-profit museum that has a huge collection of historical artifacts, including human skeletons, anatomical dissections, laboratory instruments and recreated laboratory environments. There is a doctor's room too, which recreates a doctor's office during World War II. Walk through the gardens amid the medicinal plants.
After a visit to the Indianapolis Museum of Art, explore the Oldfields – Lilly House & Gardens. Nestled on the grounds of the museum, this 26-acre (10.5 hectare) verdant landscape features manicured lawns, exotic flora, sculptures, fountains and garden ornaments. The mansion, former home of late business luminary and philanthropist J.K. Lilly Jr., boasts 22 rooms and illustrates American Country Place Era architecture. Take an audio tour of the house museum for a glimpse of 1930s culture.
Formerly the residence of the Hoosier poet of the same name, the James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home is a bastion of historic preservation. This museum is filled with the historical artifacts, furniture and belongings of Indiana's most beloved poet. The home itself is a great example of late-Victorian architecture, and takes one back in time to the early days of James's life.