Visit Indianapolis: Your Ultimate Insider's Guide!
By A MakeMyMove Team Member • Jan 17, 2025 UTC
Great choice wanting to visit Indianapolis before you make the move! Whether you're exploring the city's neighborhoods, local attractions, or dining hotspots, we’re here to help.
You'll have on-demand access to locals in the Indy area—post your questions to our community feed or call/text a Mover Guide at 888-482-7605 for personalized insights.
Finding the Perfect Place to Stay in Indianapolis
Mass Ave, Broad Ripple, and Fountain Square are good options!
Google Map of all the hotels in Marion County
Getting Around: Navigating Indy Like a Local
We recommend renting a car but it's not the only option. Uber/Lyft is available at all times of the day and throughout the Marion County area.
Discounts on Transportation:
Avis: Save 35% at more locations with fewer exclusions using code A519321!
Budget: Get up to 35% off when you sign in or create an account.
Lyft: Get 50% off 2 rides with code: 50OFF2. Up to $10/ride
Discounts on Hotels/Flights:
Get 10% off or more on select flights when you sign in as a member or create an account.
Expedia: Enjoy 10% off or more on select flights when you sign in as a member or create an account.
Neighborhoods to Explore Before You Move
The MakeMyMove Indianapolis, IN Housing Guide is great for kickstarting your housing search. Below are a few options for rentals + home to purchase:
Canal Square Apartments (Downtown Indianapolis)
Penrose on Mass (Mass Ave)
Fletcher Place Lofts (Fountain Square)
The Coil at Broad Ripple (Broad Ripple)
Property Management contacts for home buyers:
Where to Eat: A Taste of Indianapolis
The Livery ($$)
Bodhi ($$)
Maialina ($$)
Bakersfield ($)
King Dough ($)
Pro Tip: Visit Indy is also a great source for this!
Exploring Indy’s Must-See Attractions
Go see a show at The Vogue
Receive a special gift for anyone who gets a photo with Emily, one of our Mover Guides!
Fowling at the Circle City Complex
Go on a bookstore hop to all of our amazing bookstores (Tomorrow, Loud Mouth, Indy Reads, Whispering Shelf, etc.)
Dinner and a move at the Kan-Kan
Enjoy a drink at Sundry and Vice (bar in the Bottleworks Hotel)
Explore the Bottleworks compound (go to Pins, The Garage for food, see a movie at Living Room theaters, etc.)
The Jazz Kitchen for a show
Go see the cute dogs and get a beer at Metazoa
Duckpin bowling in Fountain Square
Visit tips from an Indianapolis local.
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers—Reach Out to Your Mover Guide!
We hope this guide helps you make the most of your visit to Indianapolis! Remember, if you have any questions or need personalized recommendations, you can always post to our community feed or reach out directly to a Mover Guide.
Call or text us at 888-482-7605 for insider tips, local advice, and everything you need to know to make your visit—and eventual move—smooth and enjoyable. Safe travels and happy exploring!
About MakeMyMove
Remote work has freed millions of Americans to live where they want, and many are making the move to places that better match their lifestyle. In turn, cities and towns across the country are offering incentives like cash, perks and programming to remote workers who move and work from their communities. At MakeMyMove, you can explore all the places, get personalized help to find the one that’s right for you, connect with locals, and access support to make your move a piece of cake.
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