Timeline
10:00
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Arrive right when The Children's Museum of Indianapolis opens at 10:00. Use this time to explore the massive halls and see Dale Chihuly's Fireworks of Glass sculpture before the midday rush.
11:30
Walk 48 minutes northwest to the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. Find Robert Indiana's iconic LOVE sculpture. It is a perfect spot for a photo and a moment to appreciate the pop art history.
12:00
Continue your walk through the grounds to Stratum Pier. This interactive overlook by Kendall Buster offers a functional sculpture experience and a change of pace from the galleries.
12:30
Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens
Head to the Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens. Explore the 22-room mansion and the surrounding gardens to see how the Lilly family lived. The quiet, contemplative atmosphere makes for a relaxing mid-afternoon stroll.
13:30
End your day at Goose the Market. This deli restaurant is a 15-minute walk from the Newfields area. Grab a sandwich or a snack to fuel your evening. Note that they are open until 19:00 on weekdays and 18:00 on weekends.
Local tip
The Newfields campus is large. Wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time for walking between the museum buildings, the historic house, and the art installations.
Check before you go
- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
- Goose the Market is open Monday to Friday until 19:00 and Saturday to Sunday until 18:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Indianapolis (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).