Downtown Bloomington Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Indiana University Bloomington
Explore the campus of Indiana University Bloomington during your trip to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oliver Winery
Revel in the stunning landscapes of the Indiana countryside as you sample wines and discover how these locally made products are created.
Wonderlab Science Museum
Explore and engage with the wonders of science through hands-on learning and inventive exhibits that ignite curiosity and fuel the imagination.
Monroe Convention Center
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.
Monroe County Courthouse
Monroe County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Bloomington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Buskirk Chumley Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Buskirk Chumley Theater during your stay in Bloomington.
Things to do
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana
Top hotels in Downtown Bloomington
Hyatt Place Bloomington
The staff was very polite and helpful
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington
Great hotel, great room, nice and cozy lounge area and friendly service. I was on a 2-night business trip and it was perfect. Walking distance tons of restaurants.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
Room was clean Nice to have a quality coffee maker in the room Bed was super comfy Front desk staff very accommodating
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington
It was a great place to stay for a fun IU weekend. Nice, clean place to stay, close to a lot of fun places.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Biddle Hotel and Conference Center
So happy I finally was able to stay here! I try all the time & now I’m hooked :)
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington
Excellent place to stay. I have stayed here numerous times and have not been disappointed.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bloomington
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.
Near West Side
Near West Side might not have many top sights, but Wonderlab Science Museum and Buskirk Chumley Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Maple Heights
Though Maple Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Memorial Stadium and Wonderlab Science Museum.
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 Buskirk Chumley Theater.
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.
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.
