Welcome to Indianapolis!
Downtown Indy is a hidden gem designer destination, where everything’s just an easy 5-minute walk or a quick 10-minute ride from the conference hotel. We’re vibing in the heart of it all—quirky museums, cool small presses, unique shops, and tasty local eats are all at your fingertips. Indianapolis has both urban energy and lush green spaces by the river. And with Indy’s skywalk, you’re just a stroll away from discovering your next favorite spot. Get ready to explore like a local!
Love sports? Check out a game at Lucas Oil or take a tour. Visit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Track Tour or plan a trip to the NCAA Hall of Champions.
Art & Museums more your speed? Rich in culture, visit one of the nearby museums including the Eiteljorg Museum, Indianapolis State Museum or Newfields.
Looking for indie in Indy? “Locals know it. Visitors quickly catch on. Mass Ave is its own thing.” Check out the Mass Ave Cultural Arts District for unique food, drinks, art and shopping.
Get Out
and Explore
Downtown Indy has six thriving Cultural Districts, each offering a distinct mix of shopping, dining and entertainment. From Mass Ave to Fountain Square, the internationally acclaimed Cultural Trail connects visitors with these unique neighborhoods. Hop on one of the 525 bikes from the Pacers Bikeshare to explore the city and dock the bike at one of the 50 stations once you are done.
A glimmering canal walk, 250 acres of urban green space with one-of-a-kind museums, and a top 10 zoo. The original LOVE sculpture. The world's largest children's museum. The world's spiciest dish. A professional and college sports fan's dream. America's most compact skywalk-connected convention and special event package. The #1 ranked Airport in North America eleven years in a row (ACI). A safe, clean, and walkable urban center with 300+ restaurants, retailers, and cultural attractions. Ranked one of the Best Places to Go in 2021 (TIME Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and Travel + Leisure), Indianapolis is sophisticated but not pretentious. And so welcoming there's actually a name for it—Hoosier Hospitality.
