Cultural Connoisseurs

• Home of the original Robert Indiana LOVE sculpture and the nation’s largest single-day art fair, Penrod.
• 26-acres of gardens designed by Percival Gallagher.
• 10th-largest encyclopedic art museum in the country.

• Try the Earls Court Chocolate Cake by Cake Bake Shop – it’s been served to Jim Carrey and Elton John.
• Step onto Mass Ave to select an assortment of hand-dipped truffles from Newfangled Confections.
• Taste the French macarons at the newly opened Gallery Pastry Bar in downtown Indy.

• Hoosier native Cole Porter was the king of Broadway in the 40s and 50s and composed many American classic musicals.
• Get to know Eva Kor, Holocaust survivor and a beacon of hope and forgiveness.

Sloe Gin Fizz? Blanche Devereaux? French 75? Craft cocktails come in many forms and with many interesting names. The flavors being blended in Indy's craft cocktail bars by top-shelf mixologists offer a tasting adventure.

Craft Cocktail Guide

• Stunning collection of art and artifacts depicting the culture, history and experiences of Native Americans and the American West.
• Extend your day after visiting the Eiteljorg Museum by enjoying other White River State Park attractions.

From locally roasted coffee, to red velvet pancakes, to boozy breakfast cocktails, we know brunch is an important part of every quality weekend. Follow along as we share our favorite spots – including some knock-your-socks-off cinnamon toast.

Our Guide To Brunch In Indy

• Transport through time and sip your favorite cocktail in an intimate setting
• Experience top name musical theater actors, Broadway stars, and Tony Award nominees 

• Abbi Merris is recognized as a Semifinalist for Best Chef: Great Lakes for the 2023 James Beard Awards.
• Merris has put Bluebeard at the forefront of the Indy's dining experience, creating an expression of culinary excellence with worldly influence. 

• Located in the Conrad Indianapolis, Tastings – A Wine Experience has an expert sommelier.
• Named one of Yahoo! Travels Top 10 Urban Wineries, take a tour at Easley Winery.
• A short road trip gets you to Daniels Vinyard, Mallow Run Winery, and Oliver Winery.

From hidden gem shopping spots to must-buy souvenirs, learn where to experience Indy’s up-and-coming style scene from the city’s first woman of fashion.

Indy Like A Local: Polina Osherov

• Named a “Top U.S. Hotel” by Conde Nast Traveler for five years running.
• Previous guests include Jennifer Aniston, Alec Baldwin, and Jimmy Fallon.

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Dine your way through Indy, checking off our top 25 restaurants, as voted by Indy locals. From fancy steakhouses to drive-in diners and ethnic eateries, here’s where you’ll find unique dishes only found here.