Indianapolis, Indiana
The Racing Capital
The Indy 500, walkable downtown, and a world-class kids' museum.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Indianapolis 500 and the Speedway museum.
The world's largest children's museum.
Walkable Canal and White River State Park.
Great, affordable food scene.
An easy, family-friendly Midwest city.
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Indianapolis is the racing capital — home of the Indy 500 — but also a remarkably walkable, family-friendly city with the world's largest children's museum, a riverside canal, and a surprising food scene. Easy and affordable.
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Indianapolis, Indiana
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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