Near Westside
Indianapolis
Visit Near Westside
Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Zoo
Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.
White River Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at White River Gardens, a lovely green space in Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.
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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
An Epic Art Walk in Indianapolis : Mile Square Madcap Adventure
Top hotels in Near Westside
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Bottleworks Hotel
Good for filming, art almost everywhere
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Omni Severin Hotel
Beautiful and historic hotel in a prime downtown location. Very close to the convention center, which was convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
There was someone else’s dried toothpaste on the bathroom counter, the floor was dirty. The lady (unfortunately working by herself) in the lobby Starbucks was overwhelmed - ended up grabbing a coffee from the front instead.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Very nice and clean! Super nice staff!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Indianapolis Northeast
Good
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near Westside
West Indianapolis
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Indianapolis and surrounding area, you can visit Lucas Oil Stadium and Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust.
Indiana Avenue
If you're spending time in Indiana Avenue, check out sights like Central Canal or IUPUI Gymnasium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indiana University-Riley Station or Canal Station.
Downtown Indianapolis
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Indianapolis. Gainbridge Fieldhouse is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Canal Station or Indiana University-Riley Station to see more of Indianapolis.
Speedway
You'll enjoy the museums and breweries in Speedway. You might want to make time for a stop at Dallara IndyCar Factory or Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Mile Square
The fascinating museums and prominent monuments are top of the list for many visitors to Mile Square. A stop by Monument Circle or Soldiers and Sailors Monument might round out your trip.
Wholesale District
While visiting Wholesale District, you might make a stop by sights like Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Circle Center Mall.
