Midwest · IN
Indiana
The Hoosier State
Capital
Indianapolis
Best Time to Visit
May-October
01 Must-See Spots
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
home of the Indy 500, the greatest spectacle in racing
Indiana Dunes National Park
stunning beaches and trails on Lake Michigan
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
the world's largest children's museum
Brown County State Park
the Little Smokies with beautiful fall foliage
02 Hidden Gems
Indiana Dunes National Park
15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline with diverse ecosystems
West Baden Springs Hotel
an opulent early 1900s hotel with the world's first large free-span dome
Marengo Cave
a US National Landmark with spectacular dripstone formations
Nashville, Indiana
a charming Brown County artist colony surrounded by gorgeous hills
03 National Parks & Sites
04 Insider Tips
Attend the Indy 500 at least once — 300,000+ fans create an unmatched atmosphere
The tenderloin sandwich is Indiana's signature food — try it breaded and pan-fried
Brown County fall foliage rivals New England but without the crowds
Columbus, Indiana is an unexpected architectural gem with buildings by world-famous architects