Downtown Bloomington Travel Guide

Bloomington

A cityscape with a prominent historic building with a dome, surrounded by other buildings and streets.
A statue of a soldier in a park with trees and a building in the background.
A street lined with historic buildings, including a theater and a music center.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and clock tower.
A busy urban street lined with parked cars, various storefronts, and a tall brick building.

Stay near popular Downtown Bloomington attractions

Monroe Convention Center

8.0/10 (46 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Monroe Convention Center during your trip to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana

฿407
per adult
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana
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Top hotels in Downtown Bloomington

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

3 out of 5
245 North College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,375 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,375
฿4,900 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
Hyatt Place Bloomington

Hyatt Place Bloomington

3 out of 5
217 W. Kirkwood Ave. Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,026 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿4,026
฿4,509 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great staffs"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Bloomington
Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

3 out of 5
310 S. College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿3,634 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,634
฿4,070 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great experience. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

2.5 out of 5
501 North College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,425 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,425
฿4,956 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington
Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

3 out of 5
9301 S Fairfax Rd Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,425 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,425
฿4,956 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (851 reviews)
"We arrived 1 hour and 45 minutes early and told our room was ready but they would have to charge an additional 35$ This did not start the weekend well. Also, the cover sheet was attached to the comforter which we all know doesn't get washed every stay. Makes you wonder if they go to the trouble of ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina
IU Biddle Hotel

IU Biddle Hotel

3 out of 5
900 E. 7th St. Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,603 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,603
฿5,156 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
IU Biddle Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Bloomington

Find the best Downtown Bloomington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a mix of historic and modern buildings, and a clear sky.

Old Northeast Downtown

Though Old Northeast Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wonderlab Science Museum and Indiana University Auditorium.

A paved road flanked by dense green foliage and a wooden fence.

Bryan Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bryan Park and surrounding area, you can visit Wonderlab Science Museum and Buskirk Chumley Theater.

A museum with an indoor playground featuring a large climbing structure and a sign for 'Pulley Chairs'.

Prospect Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Prospect Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonderlab Science Museum and Bloomington Community Farmers' Market.

Garden Hill

While Garden Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Memorial Stadium and Assembly Hall.

Downtown Bloomington Travel Guide