Welcome to Mass Ave

Owing its moniker to the mile-long avenue with the same name, Mass Ave features many of Indy’s most well-known establishments and attractions.

Forty-Five Degrees from Ordinary

Art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, and bars punctuate this cultural district, one of the closest neighborhoods from the heart of downtown. Home to just over 1,600 residents, this commercial and retail destination focuses on local charm and art. Spend an entire afternoon strolling the avenue, discovering your next favorite Indy coffee shop or local boutique, and enjoying dinner with a refined ambiance in one of the districts’ eateries.

Find the Vibe

ARTSY. INDEPENDENT. Mass Ave puts a whole new angle on excitement, one that promises to be 45 degrees from ordinary. Known as the Arts and Theater District, a free-spirited and friendly mood spills from the many venues sprinkling the Avenue.

Best of all, Mass Ave is walkable from most downtown hotels. Or, consider utilizing Pacers Bike Share and riding the Indianapolis Cultural Trail for easy access. If you're driving, Mass Ave offers plentiful street parking and meters can be paid via the Park Mobile app.

Fast Facts

  • Mass Ave is angled northwest from the heart of downtown, the district’s tagline is “45 Degrees from Ordinary.”
  • The newest retail center in Indy, the Bottleworks District, is located on the northern end of Mass Ave.
  • Bust a move with the digitized Ann when you check out “Ann Dancing,” an original artwork from Julian Opie.

Mass Ave Highlights

Food & Drink on Mass Ave

Shopping on Mass Ave

How to Get There

  • Driving: Drive approximately 7 minutes via car from downtown Indy via New York Street.
  • Indianapolis Cultural Trail: This 8-mile walking, running, and cycling trail connects many Indy cultural districts together. Mass Ave is a 20-minute walk from the heart of downtown Indy.
Pastry Chef Hattie McDaniel
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Livery is the coolest place on Mass Ave. They serve Latin American food and really good cocktails. I love the décor and the open-air dining room. They have the best rooftop bar in town, and it’s tucked between buildings so it’s very quiet.
Hattie McDanielPastry Chef, Cunningham Restaurant Group
Rooftop dining at Livery on Mass Ave.

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