Near Eastside Travel Guide
Indianapolis
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Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Dinosaurs and pirate ships, interactive exhibits, games and toys from a bygone age — it’s all at this children’s wonderland.
Indianapolis Zoo
Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.
Things to do
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Downtown Indy Adventure: Exploring the City's Cultural Hotspots
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Smartphone Guided Indianapolis Downtown Sites Audio Walking Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Near Eastside
Omni Severin Hotel
The bed was comfortable but the hotel was a hot mess. Waited over an hour for Valet parking with six cars in front of us, went for Morgan Wallen but tired to check in before… check in was at 4pm but our room wasn’t ready until almost 8pm. In the morning we waited almost 30 minutes for a bagel that ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Prefect place to be ! We love staying so close to Butler
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
The amenities and location was excellent.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
It was ok clean I would stay again
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
Arrived around 6pm. Check in was very uninformative. Basically handed me the key and said have a nice day. No explanation of where anything was. The breakfast was mediocre at best. Not a lot of options. The beds were comfortable. Our floor was quiet and peaceful. I stayed on a weekend when prices ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
I was very impressed with my stay here. This hotel is clean, comfortable, and quiet.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near Eastside
Martindale-Brightwood
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Martindale-Brightwood. You might want to make time for a stop at George Washington Park or Willis Mortuary.
Cole-Noble District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cole-Noble District and surrounding area, you can visit Lucas Oil Stadium and Old National Centre.
Near Northside
Well liked for its riverfront and historical sites, Near Northside is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Methodist Hospital and Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, and jump on the metro at Methodist Station to get around the city.
Market East District
While visiting Market East District, you might make a stop by sights like Mass Ave Cultural Arts District and Indianapolis City Market.
Fountain Square
If you're spending some time in Fountain Square, Fountain Square Theatre and Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.
Mile Square
The fascinating museums and prominent monuments are top of the list for many visitors to Mile Square. A stop by Monument Circle or Soldiers and Sailors Monument might round out your trip.
