Highest-rated things to do in Indiana, according to Tripadvisor
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Indeed, even if you've lived in Indiana your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Indiana reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Indiana using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Indiana, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Columbus Visitors Center
- Rating: 5/5 (526 reviews)
- Address: 506 5th St. Columbus, Indiana
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#29. Indiana University Bloomington
- Rating: 5/5 (650 reviews)
- Address: 107 South Indiana Ave. Bloomington, Indiana
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#28. Monument Circle
- Rating: 4.5/5 (922 reviews)
- Address: 100 Monument Cir Indianapolis, Indiana
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#27. USS LST Ship Memorial
- Rating: 4.5/5 (385 reviews)
- Address: 610 Northwest Riverside Drive Evansville, Indiana
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#26. Clifty Falls State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (670 reviews)
- Address: 1501 Green Road Madison, Indiana
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#25. Indiana State Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (532 reviews)
- Address: 650 West Washington St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#24. Marengo Cave
- Rating: 4.5/5 (468 reviews)
- Address: 400 East State Hwy 64 Marengo, Indiana
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#23. White River State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (482 reviews)
- Address: 801 West Washington St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#22. Brown County State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (848 reviews)
- Address: 1801 In-46 Nashville, Indiana
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#21. Basilica of the Sacred Heart
- Rating: 5/5 (700 reviews)
- Address: 101 Basilica Drive Notre Dame South Bend, Indiana
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#20. Victory Field
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,286 reviews)
- Address: 501 West Maryland St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#19. Indiana War Memorial
- Rating: 4.5/5 (670 reviews)
- Address: 51 East Michigan St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#18. Turkey Run State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (685 reviews)
- Address: 8121 Park Road Marshall, Indiana
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#17. Studebaker National Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (617 reviews)
- Address: 201 Chapin St. South Bend, Indiana
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#16. Indiana Dunes State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (896 reviews)
- Address: 1600 North 25 East Chesterton, Indiana
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#15. The Eiteljorg Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (875 reviews)
- Address: 500 West Washington St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#14. Urban Vines Winery & Brewery Co.
- Rating: 5/5 (664 reviews)
- Address: 303 East 161st St. Westfield, Indiana
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#13. Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (627 reviews)
- Address: 1600 Wayne St. Auburn, Indiana
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#12. Central Canal
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,162 reviews)
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#11. Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
- Rating: 5/5 (1,191 reviews)
- Address: 3411 Sherman Blvd. Fort Wayne, Indiana
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#10. Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
- Rating: 4.5/5 (538 reviews)
- Address: 1230 North Delaware St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#9. University of Notre Dame
- Rating: 5/5 (1,074 reviews)
- Address: 100 Eck Center South Bend, Indiana
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#8. Horseshoe Hammond
- Rating: 4/5 (15,745 reviews)
- Address: 777 Casino Center Drive Hammond, Indiana
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#7. Lucas Oil Stadium
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,623 reviews)
- Address: 500 South Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#6. Indianapolis Zoo
- Rating: 4/5 (2,531 reviews)
- Address: 1200 West Washington St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#5. Indianapolis Museum of Art
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,477 reviews)
- Address: 4000 Michigan Road Indianapolis, Indiana
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#4. Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,890 reviews)
- Address: 4750 West 16th St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#3. Holiday World & Splashin' Safari
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,912 reviews)
- Address: 452 E. Christmas Blvd. Santa Claus, Indiana
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#2. Children's Museum of Indianapolis
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,973 reviews)
- Address: 3000 North Meridian St. Indianapolis, Indiana
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#1. Blue Gate Theatre
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6,132 reviews)
- Address: 175 North Van Buren St. Shipshewana, Indiana
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
