Gem Travel Guide
Indianapolis
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.
Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
Indianapolis Zoo
Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.
Things to do
Indianapolis: 3-Day Indy Attraction Pass
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Gem
Ironworks Hotel Indy
My sister and I were just in town for one night for a concert. This hotel was less than 30 minutes from the Gainbridge stadium without being in the city. The hotel had several restaurants attached to the outside of the hotel as well as on the inside. This hotel was very clean and the employees were ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Omni Severin Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Bottleworks Hotel
Amazing hotel with fabulous amenities
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
Pet friendly. But was missing a blanket for the pull out bed. And staff wouldn't provide one.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Breakfast was great and I enjoyed the food and beverages available. The staff were welcoming with friendly greetings. Check-in was efficient and professional.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Everything was great. Staff was friendly. Room was great. Dinner and breakfast was included along with 3 complimentary cocktails with dinner. Great selection of food even for my 2 picky eaters. The only thing I didn't like was how crowded it was with long waits for elevator, but that is to be expected ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gem
Near Eastside
Travellers enjoy Near Eastside for its breweries and churches. Consider checking out Mass Ave Cultural Arts District while you're in the area.
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.
Castleton
Travellers come to Castleton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Castleton Square and Dave & Buster's while you're in town.
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.
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 Old National Centre and Murat - Egyptian Room.
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.
