Broad Ripple Village

Located six miles north of the heart of downtown Indy, this quintessentially Indy neighborhood seems to say “Welcome!” with every local business. Broad Ripple, along with its sister cultural district, SoBro (“South Broad Ripple”), is teeming with local culture and civic pride. Positioned alongside Indy’s main waterway, the White River, the neighborhood is nestled between the Monon Trail and the northern portion of the Indiana Central Canal. For more than 180 years, Broad Ripple Village has celebrated local eateries, galleries, and attractions and is now home to over 17,000 residents.

Find the Vibe

ECLECTIC. TRENDY. Diverse street life, quaint boutiques, and hot nightlife are set to the backdrop of public art, graffiti murals, and beautiful greenways and parks. Unique art galleries, sidewalk cafes, and fabulous restaurants complete the Village.

Fast Facts

Butler University is located 2 miles away. You’ll see lots of Bulldog apparel and fanfare in the area.
David Letterman’s childhood home neighborhood
Frequented by Indy Locals Alesha McCarty, Shaunt’e Lewis, and Debra Stolen Hasbrook

Indianapolis Art Center

Offering classes in woodworking, ceramics, painting, and other mediums, families can learn art techniques while taking home something fun. The ARTSPARK offers 12 acres of outdoor interactive artwork including the Crooked Little House.

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Monon Trail

Take in Indianapolis' neighborhoods while along this popular rail-trail that spans 28 miles across Central Indiana.

The Vogue

Located just south of the Broad Ripple strip, The Vogue is one of the most popular music venues in the Midwest.

Holliday Park

Come and be a part of this vast, 94-acre city park located on the north side of Indianapolis, where you can explore the nature center, play on one of the city's best, hard-to-leave playgrounds, hike more than two miles of picturesque trails or walk down to the banks of the White…

How to Get There

Driving: Approximately 20 minutes via car from downtown Indy via College Avenue
The Red Line: Indy's first bus rapid transit line with electric buses, platform boarding, and high-frequency stops, journeys from downtown Indy through the heart of Broad Ripple.
The Monon Trail: This 26-mile walking, running, and cycling trail connects Mass Ave to Broad Ripple, stretching all the way through Carmel. Multiple access points with scenic views can be found in Broad Ripple.