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Looking for some peace and quiet? An idyllic spot to relax and unwind? You've made it to the right category. Here, we list some of the most beautiful and functional parks in the city. Many provide jogging and cycling trails, picnic sites, and large, open areas for throwing a Frisbee or walking your dog.
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: Indianapolis, IN 46802
This pleasant greenspace features a five-mile towpath that runs alongside a picturesque canal. The park is a great place to enjoy the serene setting while strolling, jogging or biking. If you're up for a little adventure, bring your children and a few handsful of bread to throw to the gluttonous ducks and geese. The pathway runs from Broad Ripple...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 7840 W 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Take an afternoon off and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this spacious, 4000-acre park. Trails wind through the beautifully manicured grounds and expose visitors to a variety of wildlife, a marina and lily pond, and water sports. Various programs are held throughout the year, including a conflict resolution seminar, music lessons, sailing...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 5301 E Saint Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Ice-skating, swimming, tennis and playgrounds provide a fun day for the whole family to enjoy. Those looking for a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city will enjoy the shady wooded areas or the paths that wind through the grounds and past the babbling stream. A variety of entertaining programs are provided throughout the year,...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 5753 Glenn Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46216
A former military fort that also served as a prisoner of war camp, this park dates back to 1903. The park includes 1700 acres with beautiful hardwood forests, lakes, hiking and bicycle trails and picnic facilities. If you like to fish, bring your rod and spend some quiet time fishing in Fall Creek; the park provides two fishing access points.
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 2450 S Shelby St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
This historical park offers a world of fun and entertainment for all to enjoy. Outside, visitors can view the sunken gardens, while inside the simulated habitats of the desert or the tropics house a variety of exotic birds and fish. With tennis courts, playground, fitness facilities, family center, pagoda and aquatic center, there is truly...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 4600 Sunset Ave, Butler University, Indianapolis, IN 46208
These lovely gardens are located on the Butler University Campus. A sea of color unfolds as you stand at one end of the 20-acre lawn. The seasonal flowers include tulips, daffodils, lilacs and daylilies. A statue of Persephone, a flowing fountain, and a number of benches adorn the area. This is a great place to take a leisurely stroll and put all...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 900 E 64th St, The Depot, Indianapolis, IN 46220
More than 175 miles of trails and paths guide walkers, runners and bikers through the serene setting of this lovely park. On the grounds, visitors will find rivers, streams and a vintage canal towpath. This park offers numerous opportunities for locals and travelers in the city of Indianapolis to unwind and enjoy the beauty Mother Nature has...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 1202 E 38th St, Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN 46205
One of Indianapolis's favorite greenways, the Monon Trail occupies what was once part of the Monon Railroad. The transformation happened in 1996, and the trail now covers a span of more than ten miles (from 10th Street to 96th Street). It provides walkers, joggers and rollerbladers with a safe place for daily exercise, and as far as outside...
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 451 E Stop 11 Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227
This is a great spot to take the kids for some enjoyable family time. The park includes a number of entertaining options no matter what time of year, from an ice skating rink that's open in the winter to an outdoor swimming pool perfect for hot days. Picnic shelters and a roller blading track are also available.
Category: Parks - Indianapolis Attractions & Activities
Address: 801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Located downtown, this popular park bordering the White River was one of the first state parks in Indiana. The grounds are home to the Indianapolis Zoo, three museums, a memorial, amphitheater and an IMAX Theater. The city's minor league baseball team also plays here at the park's Baseball America venue. Open green spaces and waterfront property...
