Canal and White River State Park in Indianapolis, IN is probably one of the most unique and versatile park or waterway you will ever visit. The state park, which consists of 250 acres, has many indoor and outdoor activities to interest people of all ages. Outdoors you have the Canal Walk, Victory Field and the Indianapolis Zoo, while indoors you'll find the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Indiana History Center, Sky City Café, the NCAA Hall of Champions, the Indiana State Museum, the IMAX Theatre and much more.
The Canal Walk is part of the Historic Central Canal, which was designed to help industry grow in the 19th century. It goes all the way through White River State Park and gives you a sample of new and old attractions and architecture. You'll find fountains, bridges, bike rentals and pedal boat rentals. This is also the place you'll see some of the best festivals and concerts.
Victory Field is where the athletes hang out for good baseball games. In addition to getting the best view of downtown, you'll be at the best minor league ball diamond in America.
The Indianapolis Zoo is a combination zoo, botanical garden and aquarium, where you can see underwater dolphin and over 1,000 varieties of plants in the White River Gardens. Don't miss out on the shark-petting tank!
The Eiteljorg Museum offers both Western and Native American art. In 2005, the new Mel and Joan Perelman Wing was added, giving the museum more space as well as a performing court and education center. The Sky City Café was an addition offering great lunch items like salads, sandwiches, soups and paninis. Dining outside gives you a great view of the canal.
The Indiana History Center and Indiana State Museum give you exhibits of everything having to do with the state of Indiana as well as theatres and workshops. Anyone interested in sports will love the NCAA Hall of Champions.
This park has something for everyone in your family, but plan on more than a couple hours.
