West Indianapolis Travel Guide
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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
Midwest National Parks – Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in West Indianapolis
Omni Severin Hotel
"Breakfast was good, staff was all super helpful (cafe staff were very soft spoken and hard to hear, but overall very friendly). Had to add nights to my stay and front desk staff was helpful and made the process easy so we didn’t have to change rooms."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
"Hotel was clean and quiet."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
"Great hotel and location. Really nice feel and decor. Very unique."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
"The only problem I had was, I chose a room with two beds and when I got there, they only gave us one bed and it was very inconvenient. They had no other room.."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
"Very helpful staff. Had trouble with tv and ac did not work properly. Room was good."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
"It was nice but there was a lot of noise heard from room to room. It was disruptive with my sleep. Otherwise it was great."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around West Indianapolis
Near Westside
If you're spending some time in Near Westside, White River State Park and Indianapolis Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Old Southside
While Old Southside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Babe Denny
While Babe Denny may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Wholesale District
While visiting Wholesale District, you might make a stop by sights like Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Indiana Repertory Theatre.
Indiana Avenue
If you're spending time in Indiana Avenue, check out sights like IUPUI Gymnasium or White River State Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indiana University-Riley Station or Canal Station.
Downtown Indianapolis
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Indianapolis. Gainbridge Fieldhouse is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Canal Station or Indiana University-Riley Station to see more of Indianapolis.
