When you think about it, it's a train ride. With that in mind, we recently went with the grandkids…read moreon the Easter ride. The train itself is a bit of a step back in time. In this day of fast flights and cramped travel, it was interesting to step back to a time where travel was slower and more spacious. People travelled up stairs in comfortable seats, their luggage was downstairs. Each seat had an ashtray ... if you even know what that is. The car showed its age. They even commented that the cars don't run in the summer for fear the A/C will go out. As for the staff, they try hard to deliver but more could be done with the story line. In the end, if you temper your expectations, the experience is worth the money. Ciao

We've participated in the holiday Santa train ride the past two years. It's a 75 minute ride (out…read moreand back) featuring Santa, hot cocoa, cookies, letter writing and festive elves. The online ticket purchasing can be a little confusing but we always seem to figure it out eventually. Nickel Plate offers a variety of family-friendly and adults only (cocktail themed, etc.) train rides. It makes for a really nostalgic and cozy experience - the train heads north to the Morse Reservoir area with deer sightings along the way. Tip - go to the bathroom at the train station before you head out. The bathroom on the train is quite old and small (aka tough with kiddos). Parking at the train station is a breeze and the park features a train themed playscape to pass the time until your ride is ready to board. Overall, a fun experience.

Take a wonderful tour of Indianapolis with a learned Indiana native Carrie Zimmerman !!!…read more We were so fortunate to get the information and entertaining facts about the industries, sports and famous people of Indianapolis. We certainly felt grateful to hear of this city's amazing history. We went to the Speedway, heard about the famous authors, Brad Tarkington, Silverstein, Kurt Vonnegut and saw some beautiful architecture which included Monument Circle, museums, the theatres along Mass Ave, and the canal.

I did a "quickie" visit recently to Indy and really just had 1 full day to check it out. Since it…read morewas very late Fall, most other local tour companies had packed it in for the season. Not Ms. Carrie! She is out there hitting the road, enlightening visitors and showing the sights of Indianapolis to a appreciative audience. Circle City Tours is very flexible and will work with your schedule and timeline. I was picked up downtown for the tour but for a slight fee, Carrie dropped me off at an Airport hotel. I was grateful for her immense knowledge of the city, particularly historical facts. LOVED the trek through lovely Crown Hill cemetery, which is not morbid at all. Carrie pointed out the many grave sites of noted politicians, authors, artists, ex-Presidents and the locally prominent who lie in repose there. The Civil War burial section was also very touching. Ms. Carrie pointed out magnificent churches, memorials, art and children's museum, local eateries (Shapiro's Deli=yummy!) and the White River State Park area. We even got to check out all the Christmas decorations up at the Indy Speedway. She packs a lot into the 3-hour tours but when it's over, you feel a sense of accomplishment that you learned so much about Indianapolis-- a city made all the more beautiful than it already is, by the beautiful ministrations of Carrie and Circle City Tours. 5 YELP STARS.

What's not to like at Conner Prairie? There's history, animals, walking trails along the White…read moreRiver and a tethered hot air balloon. After I retired in 2023, I decided to work here in the Education Department part-time (2-3 days a week.) I specialize in several exhibits. I've seen the evolution since 1998 when I came here with my son. Now, we visit with my teenage grandson! There's a foam pit to jump in, a 4-story treehouse with a 30-foot suspension bridge to explore, and SO much more. The website has all the info. You may love it so much you join them too. There's also a very successful Youth Volunteer program ages 10+.

We took the grandkids to Conner Prairie for the day and had a blast. We learned about prairie life,…read morefood and the White River. We had fun playing in the treehouse, Wellspring and more. There is so much to see and do at Conner Prairie. We arrived early for the 10:00 am opening. We started outside exploring the Lenape Camp, the William Conner House and Prairietown. We watched goats being milked and learned about beading. Not only were the kids captivated, but I was as well. The staff is wonderfully friendly, knowledgeable, engaging and helpful. We took a break for lunch before heading to the Treetop Outpost. The Treehouse is an area for kids to play and explore. The kids played for about 30 minutes while I rested on a bench. In the afternoon, when it was getting hot outside, we returned to enjoy the museum. The Food exhibit is interesting. We found a couple of hands-on exhibits which were fun and educational. The upstairs food immersion experience was a bit confusing. Upstairs, we enjoyed learning about the creation of the White River. The kids loved the Wellspring center where they could kick back and play in the foam pit. They spent an hour exploring the little nooks and seeing all the artifacts embedded in the walls. They played in the Spark Lab for a bit and appreciated a chance to sit and play. I haven't been to Conner Prairie in many years and I was impressed with all the new things to see and learn about. The kids were disappointed that the balloon was closed for maintenance. A balloon ride would have been the icing on the cake. That said, we still had a five star day and a great bonding experience. We spent a total of 5 hours and didn't see everything, but we were pooped. Pro tip: wear bug spray, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfy walking shoes. Bring bottled water. We brought a lunch, but you can buy sandwiches and drinks at reasonable prices at any of the three on-site cafes. Restrooms are far between, so plan your breaks when nearby. The trails are gravel and some of the prairie homes are not fully accessible. Designated stroller parking is available. I'm looking forward to going back in the fall to explore the trails and see the trees changing color.

Bottleworks district and the garage food hall was our destination for date night tonight. They have…read moremany different restaurants and eateries to choose from. We always liked the Brazilian food and weren't disappointed with beef skewers and a beef pie the looks like an empanada ... beef pastel patty. The Greek venue has some delicious baklava which was big enough to share. Unfortunately, the original draw was Cuban coffee and cuban sandwiches but alas they didn't make it. There are a few spots that need to be filled as of late spring'26 but it's nice to see everyone having fun and enjoying good food on a weekend night.

The parking was supposed to be free for 1st hour Monday to Friday 8 to 3…read more I arrived at 2:40pm and left at 3:15 pm. When I was leaving and being charged $7 I pushed the call for help button several times and waited in between each time. No answer of course. And the customer service # that is on the pay unit was scratched off... very conveniently. So they just make you pay no matter what no questions can be asked or answered. No way to call, your just forced to pay so you can get out.

Went on the fountain nook tour it was a great girls weekend treat. We tried some things we never…read morewould have on our own.

If I could give zero stars, I would!!! Received a confirmation email the day before our scheduled…read moretour. We arrived at the location and at 10 minutes before scheduled tour, I called. I was told they had sent a cancellation email the day before. Nope it was a confirmation! My money was refunded but a huge disappointment!

This is a fantastic B&B! Only here for one night, I wish we had booked two. It's a great property…read morewell located and immaculately landscaped. The main house and the guest house are very comfortable, appointed with nice furniture & accessories. Hospitality from the owners is exceptional. Great breakfast too!

Unfortunately, we were only able to spend one night at the prairie house - as a girls 1/2 weekend!…read more The room was perfect for us for one night. If we had stayed longer- it may have been a bit crammed. Beds were not super comfortable but worked! Walls are very thin- as expected in a bed and breakfast. Breakfast in the morning was wonderful and they were beyond accommodating to our nutritional needs! So thankful for that. They do have a cat in the main house. As someone that is deathly allergic to cats- I wasn't able to go into the main eating area. Luckily, the weather was great! And we were able to sit on our patio where they served us breakfast!

If you are looking for a fun and educational activity that allows you to not only connect with…read morelocal history, but someone who really loves what they do and wants to share their knowledge and excitement, you need to check out Sampson Levingston's Through2Eyes. Thanks to being grounded due to Covid, I haven't been able to travel like I usually do, so exploring local has been my only option. Highlights/ Why you need to take a Tour: + It's honestly embarrassing how little I truly know about the history of Indianapolis and what really isn't taught about the state in the local school system. + Sampson's passion for history shows as he tells the stories, often accompanied with photos, during the tour stops. He is extremely knowledgeable and happy to have a discussion and answer questions. + Walk/Talk tours vary based on location (Indiana Avenue and Irvington) and time. During the NCAA tournament, a special Basketball themed Walk & Talk on Wheels was offered in the form of a Trolley tour or on a Pacer's Bikeshare Bike. The Bike tour was fun, but a bit more of a challenge, due to the fact I couldn't remember the last time I was on a bike. + Ticketing is done through Eventbrite and reasonably priced; however, beware, there is a slight minimal fee due to Eventbrite's system + Tour is about an 1.5- 2 hours, based on questions + During tour during Covid times, everyone wore masks and kept to the recommended social distance

These horses are treated terribly. You can see their "stable" from the Back 9 golf course downtown…read more They are held up behind some building on concrete in a super small fenced area. No grass, no hay, no shelter, and facing a bright, loud, golf course. They have absolutely no shelter from the golf course/ heat/ rain or elements. The address is 1311 S Drover St Indpls In. Please check it out yourself. Do not support this company. Under blue and yellow ribbon carriage. These poor horses deserve more.

My husband set up a Yellow rose carriage ride for us and surprised me on our 5th year anniversary…read more This was a most pleasant enjoyable evening Canal tour with our wonderful young Phantom pulling horse and his driver, Kaitlyn. Phantom was anxiously waiting and raring to take off excited as he was, he wasn't a horse wanting to just stand around, he almost kept wanting to take off he was so excited. Kaitlyn was well seasoned with Phantom knowing everything about him and many others from their pulling team. She graciously explained a lot about the history of Yellow rose, about their very cared for horses, and knew all the right calls for Phantoms movements intertwining throughout the tour despite of all the crazy drivers. He even caught up with and passed one of his little girly friend horses, Roxie and also saw Ripley along the way. This was so fun to see and experience the joy he had and slight pick up in his step to catch up with one of his team members. We are so pleased with our evening carriage ride throughout the city of Indpls. This was quite a memorable evening for the both of us just relaxing and enjoy a very steady cruise at a walking pace thru the duration of our trip. Our guide, Kaitlyn, took took a pic of us in the carriage before our ride started and afterward with Phantom. Afterward, she allowed us to have a little bit of time with Phantom, as well getting a chance to thank them both for such a great evening. We love animals and I was able to give Phantom a big hug and kiss as he bowed his head and nuzzled hello. The price is very reasonable (so no reason not to tip the great guides!) We highly recommend Yellow rose carriage rides to anyone and will definitely call them again in our future for the next special occasion. Thank you Yellow rose, Phantom and Kaitlyn.