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Indiana travel guide

Racing history, sand dunes on Lake Michigan and friendly small towns.

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Capital
Indianapolis
Best time to go
May–Oct
Daily budget
$ about $120–170 a day
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IND Indianapolis

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Top places to visit in Indiana

  1. Indianapolis Motor Speedway

    Home of the Indy 500 and a great museum.

  2. Indiana Dunes National Park

    Beaches and big dunes on Lake Michigan.

  3. Brown County State Park

    Hills and fall colors near artsy Nashville, IN.

  4. Children's Museum of Indianapolis

    The world's largest children's museum.

  5. Columbus

    A small city famous for modern architecture.

What to eat in Indiana

  • Pork tenderloin sandwich
  • Sugar cream pie
  • Sweet corn
  • Fried chicken

When is the best time to visit Indiana?

May–Oct is usually the best time to visit Indiana. Budget-friendly: about $120–170 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.