Party Bus Rentals in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis Party Bus Service makes it easy to roll your crew through the Circle City in style. From Colts game days at Lucas Oil Stadium to bachelorette crawls along Mass Ave, we match your group with the right vehicle and handle the rest. Call 317-288-3399 or grab an all-inclusive quote online in under 30 seconds.
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Where Indianapolis Comes to Book a Party Bus
Indianapolis Party Bus Service has been coordinating group transportation across Central Indiana since 2011. Whether you need a 14-passenger Sprinter limo for a bridal party pickup at The Alexander or a 56-passenger charter bus to shuttle a corporate team from downtown hotels to the Indiana Convention Center during Gen Con weekend, we have access to a fleet that covers every headcount and every occasion.
Our 24/7 reservation team knows Indianapolis — the I-70 interchange backup before a Colts kickoff, the parking situation around Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Pacers playoff nights, the way Georgetown Road crawls toward the Indianapolis Motor Speedway the morning of the Indy 500. That local knowledge means your group arrives on time and together, without anyone navigating one-way streets in Fountain Square at midnight or hunting for a rideshare on Capitol Avenue after the show lets out.
All-inclusive pricing, no hidden costs, and instant quotes in under 30 seconds — you will know exactly what you are paying before you ever confirm. Call 317-288-3399 any time to get started.
Buses in Our Indianapolis Bus Network
Choose from 14-passenger Sprinter limos, 15–50 passenger party buses, 15–35 passenger minibuses, and 40–56 passenger charter buses. One vehicle or a coordinated fleet — whatever your headcount, we match you to the right size so you never pay for empty seats. Browse our full fleet or call 317-288-3399 for a free quote.
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Choose the Indianapolis Bus Amenities You Need
Party buses in our network come loaded with color-changing LED cabin lighting, a built-in bar with ice, premium Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, wraparound perimeter seating, and an open dance area — perfect for bachelorette nights through Broad Ripple or birthday crawls along Virginia Avenue. Minibuses offer powerful climate control and plush reclining seats, ideal for wedding guest loops between The Crane Bay and your hotel block on West Street. Full-size charter buses include reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and undercarriage luggage bays — the right call for convention shuttles, long hauls to the IMS, or school field trips to The Children’s Museum.
ADA-accessible vehicles are always available — just let us know when you book.
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Indianapolis Party Bus Prices That Fit Your Budget
Indianapolis Party Bus Service offers all-inclusive pricing online in under 30 seconds — you will know the exact price before you ever book. Our Indianapolis party bus and charter bus rental prices run as follows: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $244–$414/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490/hour; and 40–56 passenger charter buses run $150–$300/hour or $1,200–$2,500/day.
Pricing shifts based on vehicle size, date, and total hours — peak weekends like Indy 500 weekend in May, Gen Con in August, and Big Ten Championship weekend in December tighten availability fast. The best way to lock in the right vehicle at the right rate is to call 317-288-3399 or use our online tool the moment your headcount is confirmed.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $312+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| The prices listed above are estimates only. All pricing varies by independent operator, and there are no guarantees regarding final costs or vehicle availability. Actual rates are subject to change based on trip length, travel dates, passenger count, requested amenities, and current availability. For exact rates, please call 317-288-3399. | |||
Reasons to Choose Our Indianapolis Party Bus Service
Indianapolis Party Bus Service has coordinated thousands of group trips across Marion County and the surrounding suburbs since 2011. That track record matters when you are organizing 40 people for a Colts tailgate on South Street or a quinceañera celebration that needs to loop between a church in Beech Grove, a photo stop at White River State Park, and a reception hall in Lawrence.
We provide exact, all-inclusive pricing in under 30 seconds with zero hidden costs. Our 24/7/365 reservation team is one call away to work through any logistics question — how to handle a pickup at Indianapolis International Airport, which approach road works best for charter buses on Brickyard 400 weekend, or how to sequence a multi-stop wedding shuttle between Monument Circle and a venue on the Northwestside. We offer a massive variety of vehicles, meaning you never have to pay for seats you do not actually need.
Imagine skipping the I-65 bottleneck before a Pacers playoff game, never arguing over who has to stay sober, and walking out of Victory Field to a bus that is already there and waiting on West Maryland Street. That is the difference Indianapolis Party Bus Service makes every single trip. Call 317-288-3399 to lock in your date — or use the online quote tool for instant availability.
Indianapolis Party Bus Rentals for Every Occasion
Indianapolis Party Bus Service coordinates group transportation for every occasion across Central Indiana — from airport transfers and concert shuttles to wedding loops, prom nights, sporting events, and school field trips. Whatever brings your group together in Indianapolis, we have a vehicle and a plan ready. Call 317-288-3399 to get your group moving today!

Indianapolis Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) (7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241) handles more than 9 million passengers a year, and the Terminal A arrivals curb on the lower level gets congested fast on busy travel weekends. Getting a large group coordinated across multiple baggage carousels and out to the curb is genuinely chaotic without a plan.
Commercial buses and vans use the designated Ground Transportation staging area on the lower level of the terminal. Have your group coordinator wait until every bag is collected and everyone is together at Baggage Claim before calling 317-288-3399 — that one step cuts out the back-and-forth of a bus sitting at the curb while half your group is still inside. We serve IND arrivals and departures around the clock, seven days a week.
Whether your team is flying in for a convention at the Indiana Convention Center or heading home after a big Colts weekend, your Indianapolis airport shuttle bus gets everyone off the curb and on the road in one move.

Indianapolis Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
Indianapolis has quietly become one of the Midwest’s best cities for a bachelorette weekend, and the itinerary practically writes itself. Start with cocktails at Punch Bowl Social on South Meridian, hit the rooftop at Spoke & Steele in Bottleworks, and close out the night in Broad Ripple, where the bar strip along College Avenue stays busy until 3 a.m.
No one draws straws for who stays sober. Our 15–50 passenger party buses come with a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and wraparound seating that keeps the whole crew together from the first pickup to the last drop-off. We’ll build a custom schedule around your bar list, dinner reservation, and club stops — tell us the addresses and we handle the route.
Bachelor groups heading to a Colts suite or a golf scramble at Eagle Creek can book a minibus with climate control and reclining seats instead. Call 317-288-3399 to plan your Indianapolis bachelorette or bachelor trip.

Indianapolis Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
A party bus arrival is one of the most memorable entrances your guest of honor can make — and in Indianapolis, venues like Ritz Charles in Carmel, The Willows on the Lake in Avon, and Venue 1902 in Greenwood all see quinceañera and Sweet 16 celebrations that fill these buses all spring and summer long.
Our 15–50 passenger party buses can be matched to your color scheme, pre-loaded with a custom playlist, and booked in white, black, or silver where available. For adult milestone birthdays heading to dinner on Massachusetts Avenue or a late night at The Vogue on Winthrop Avenue, a party bus keeps the whole crew together in one vehicle instead of splitting into a caravan of cars and trying to regroup at every stop. We offer a massive variety of vehicles, meaning you never have to pay for seats you do not actually need.
Call 317-288-3399 to plan your Indianapolis birthday party bus.

Indianapolis Concert Transportation & Shuttles
Indianapolis has two very different concert experiences and two completely different logistics challenges. Gainbridge Fieldhouse (125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204) sits in the heart of downtown, where parking on event nights routinely hits $40–$60 in the surface lots along Maryland Street, and the walk from even the closest garages on East Georgia Street puts your group in formal wear or team gear on six blocks of downtown sidewalk.
Ruoff Music Center (12880 E 146th St, Noblesville, IN 46060) is a completely different story: it is 30 miles north of downtown on SR-37, and the post-show traffic crawl on Hague Road back toward Hamilton Town Center is notorious. An Indianapolis concert party bus rental solves both venues the same way — your group loads at one pickup address, rides together, and the bus is there and waiting when the show ends. No fighting for a single rideshare at 11:30 p.m. on a sold-out night.

Indianapolis Corporate Event Transportation
The Indiana Convention Center (100 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225) connects directly to Lucas Oil Stadium via an enclosed skywalk and sits at the heart of one of the most hotel-heavy convention corridors in the Midwest. During Gen Con each August, which draws 70,000+ attendees over four days, the streets around Capitol Avenue and South Street are gridlocked and rideshare demand spikes to multiples of standard rates.
A corporate charter bus in Indianapolis keeps your team on a fixed schedule regardless of what is happening on the street below. Shuttle your executives between the JW Marriott Indianapolis, the Hyatt Regency, and the Convention Center on a timed loop, or coordinate a single-vehicle transfer for a leadership team heading to Salesforce Tower for a board presentation. With WiFi and power outlets onboard, the commute becomes productive time instead of lost time.
Call 317-288-3399 for corporate shuttle contracts and group rates.

Indianapolis Private Event Transportation Services
Indianapolis hosts several events every year where transportation goes from convenient to genuinely essential. The Indy 500 in late May draws 300,000+ spectators to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana — a municipality literally surrounded by Indianapolis — and Georgetown Road shuts down for hours before the green flag. Rideshare surge pricing starts the night before, and the unofficial lots on West 16th Street charge whatever the market will bear.
A private charter bus gets your group staged in the infield or the main grandstands without the Georgetown Road crawl on the way in or the two-hour post-race parking lot wait on the way out. For family reunions hitting the Indianapolis Zoo, the Indiana State Museum, and lunch at the City Market in a single day, one charter bus keeps everyone on the same schedule without juggling three separate carpool groups across downtown. The Indiana State Fair in August draws massive crowds to the fairgrounds on East 38th Street, where parking is limited and the walk from remote lots is genuinely long.
Call 317-288-3399 to build a custom transportation plan for your private event.

Indianapolis Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Prom season in Indianapolis runs late April through May, and demand across Marion County and the surrounding Hamilton County and Hendricks County school districts spikes hard within a tight six-week window. High schools from Carmel to Greenwood hold proms within weeks of each other, and the right-size party bus for a 30-student group on a Saturday in early May books out months ahead of the date.
For prom: book by December or expect premium pricing or limited availability. A typical 6-hour prom rental for 30 students — school pickup, a photo stop at Monument Circle or White River State Park, venue drop-off at a downtown hotel ballroom or Biltwell Event Center, and after-party return — costs significantly less when secured four to six months out than when families scramble in March. Indianapolis Party Bus Service works with parent committees and student groups across the metro to confirm vehicle sizes, pickup sequences, and return timing.
Call 317-288-3399 today to lock in your date.

Indianapolis School Event & Field Trip Transportation
Teachers and school administrators across Indianapolis trust us for field trip transportation that keeps students comfortable and chaperones sane. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208) — the largest children’s museum in the world — welcomes school groups through a dedicated entrance on Illinois Street, and buses drop off along the north side of the building before staging in the main surface lot on Meridian.
The Indiana State Museum (650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204) at White River State Park receives buses in the designated group drop-off area off West Washington Street, steps from the main entrance. Climate-controlled reclining seats, overhead storage for lunchboxes and field trip bags, onboard PA systems, and TV monitors make the ride itself part of the educational experience. For longer drives to Conner Prairie in Fishers or the Indiana Dunes National Park, onboard restrooms on select vehicles eliminate roadside stops entirely.
ADA-accessible vehicles are always available — just let us know when you book. Call 317-288-3399 for school field trip bus rentals in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Sporting Event Transportation
Lucas Oil Stadium (500 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225) sits in the center of downtown Indianapolis, connected to a massive skyway network, but Colts game days still clog South Street, Maryland Street, and the I-70 on-ramps for hours before kickoff. The surface lots within two blocks of the stadium charge $50–$75 on game days and sell out well before the pregame show starts. Rideshare pickup after the game clusters on West Maryland Street and backs up for 45+ minutes after the final whistle.
Your Indianapolis party bus picks your crew up at a single address, drops everyone within a block of Gate 1 or Gate 8 on South Capitol Avenue, and is there and ready when the game ends — no competing with 60,000 fans for a single rideshare on a cold January night. For Pacers games and Fever games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse (125 S Pennsylvania St), official charter bus drop-off is on South Pennsylvania Street. Indianapolis Motor Speedway events warrant a full-size charter bus with undercarriage bays for gear, coolers, and tailgate equipment.
Call 317-288-3399 to book your Indianapolis sporting event transportation.

Indianapolis Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Indianapolis wedding venues run the full range — rooftop ceremonies at The Crane Bay on West St. Clair, garden receptions at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel, industrial-chic events at Biltwell Event Center on East Washington, and lakeside celebrations at the Indianapolis Yacht Club on Geist Reservoir. Every one of those venues has a different guest parking situation, and navigating between a downtown hotel block and a venue on the Northwestside in formal wear and heels is exactly the kind of stress your guests should not have to manage.
A wedding shuttle in Indianapolis runs a loop from your hotel block to the ceremony and back, with departure times spaced tightly enough to keep your timeline on track. Nobody in the bridal party navigates one-way streets on Meridian Street or walks three blocks in a tux. A 14-passenger Sprinter limo handles the bridal party on the wedding day itself.
Because we have been coordinating group transportation since 2011, your wedding timeline can stay exceptionally tight with a single point of contact from your first quote to final drop-off. Call 317-288-3399 for a free Indianapolis wedding transportation quote.

Indianapolis Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Indiana’s wine trail and brewery scene has grown considerably, and a day trip out of Indianapolis to the wineries along the Indiana Wine Trail makes for a genuinely excellent group outing. Chateau Thomas Winery (6291 Cambridge Way, Plainfield, IN 46168) sits about 20 minutes southwest of downtown on I-70 and offers a solid food menu alongside tastings. Oliver Winery (8024 N State Road 37, Bloomington, IN 47404) is an hour south on SR-37 and is the largest winery in the Midwest, drawing tour groups from across Indiana every weekend.
For pub crawls closer to the city, Broad Ripple’s College Avenue strip and the Mass Ave corridor between Delaware Street and College Avenue pack more bars per block than anywhere else in Indianapolis. Your group stays together in one comfortable vehicle, sharing every tasting and every stop without anyone worrying about the drive home. No splitting into separate cars, no arguing about routes, no one staying sober against their will.
Call 317-288-3399 for a free Indianapolis winery tour or pub crawl quote.
Renting a Party Bus in Indianapolis Made Easy
Submit Your Request
Use the Indianapolis Party Bus Service online quote tool to share your trip details, including the date, passenger count, and pickup/drop-off locations. You can receive a personalized quote in under 30 seconds.
Compare Options From Different Local Operators
Compare pricing estimates and vehicle photos from our network of local bus operators. You can browse various makes, models, and amenity packages to find the perfect fit for your group.
Finalize Your Details
Once you find a vehicle that fits your needs, call us at 317-288-3399. We will help you verify availability, confirm your exact final rate, and guide you through any questions.
Party Bus Service Beyond Indianapolis
Indianapolis Party Bus Service covers the entire Central Indiana region. Whether you need a party bus in Carmel, a charter bus in Fishers, transportation to Bloomington for an IU game, a group shuttle in Muncie, or a bus to Lafayette for a Purdue Boilermakers game day — we have the right vehicle for your group. Call 317-288-3399 to get started!
We Go Anywhere!
Indianapolis Party Bus Service is proud to serve all cities in and around Indianapolis, including the ones below. If you don't see your city listed, call us at 317-288-3399 — we go anywhere your group needs to roll!
Frequently Asked Questions About our Indianapolis Bus Rentals
How much does a party bus cost in Indianapolis, Indiana?
Indianapolis party bus rental prices vary based on vehicle size, the date, and how many hours you need. Our current rates: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $244–$414/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490/hour; and full-size charter buses run $150–$300/hour or $1,200–$2,500/day. The fastest way to get an accurate number for your specific date and itinerary is to call 317-288-3399 — we provide all-inclusive pricing in under 30 seconds.
Where do charter buses park at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Charter buses dropping at Lucas Oil Stadium typically use the South Capitol Avenue approach for curbside unloading near Gate 1 and Gate 8. On-site parking for oversized vehicles is extremely limited and requires advance coordination through the stadium — none is available day-of. The South Lot and Pan Am Plaza area are your closest staging options, and both fill fast on Colts game days.
We work out the drop-off and return route for your specific event date when you book, so there is no guessing at a closed access road. Always check the official Lucas Oil Stadium parking page before your visit.
How does a charter bus pick up my group at Indianapolis International Airport?
At Indianapolis International Airport (IND), commercial buses pick up on the lower level of the terminal in the Ground Transportation staging area. Once your entire group has collected luggage and is physically together inside Baggage Claim, have your group coordinator call 317-288-3399 to confirm your group is ready — the bus pulls to the designated commercial curb zone on the arrivals level from there. Do not call until everyone is out of the baggage carousel area and ready to move; that single step keeps the curb clear and your loading smooth.
If any questions arise on arrival, the Ground Transportation Information desk on the lower level can assist. Review the official IND ground transportation page before you land.
When is the hardest time of year to book a party bus in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis has three crunch periods where bus availability tightens significantly: Indy 500 weekend in May (the single largest single-day sporting event in the world, drawing 300,000+ to the IMS), Gen Con in August (70,000+ convention attendees consuming every hotel room and vehicle in the metro), and prom season from late April through May. During those windows, the right-size vehicle for your group books out weeks ahead. For Indy 500 weekend specifically, vehicles are typically confirmed by January.
Book as early as your headcount is confirmed; call 317-288-3399 to check current availability.
Can a charter bus drop off directly at the Indiana Convention Center?
Yes. The Indiana Convention Center (100 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225) has designated commercial vehicle drop-off on South Capitol Avenue between South Street and West Maryland Street, directly in front of the Capitol Avenue entrances. Your group exits steps from the main lobby.
The connected skywalk system means attendees can move between the Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, and most downtown hotels without going outside — a real advantage during Indiana winters. On Gen Con weekend and NCAA event weekends, Capitol Avenue sees heavy pedestrian traffic and police-managed flow; we confirm your approach route for your specific event date when you book. Check the official Indiana Convention Center getting-here page for current access information.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least three to six months in advance for most Indianapolis events. For Indy 500 weekend, Gen Con, and prom season, that window extends — December is not too early for a May Indy 500 charter bus. For regular weekend events like Colts games, Pacers playoff runs, or a bachelorette night in Broad Ripple, two to four weeks of lead time is workable, but the best vehicles and rates go to groups who book early.
The moment your headcount and date are confirmed, call 317-288-3399 to lock it in.
Popular Indianapolis Party Bus Destinations
An Indianapolis party bus itinerary can hit a tremendous range of venues in a single day or night. From the Speedway to the White River State Park museum campus to the Mass Ave arts district, here are six of the most popular group destinations in the city — and what your group needs to know before arrival.

Lucas Oil Stadium
Lucas Oil Stadium (500 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225) is the home of the Indianapolis Colts and one of the most versatile indoor venues in the NFL — a retractable roof, a retractable end zone wall that opens to the city, and a capacity of 67,000. Beyond the Colts, it hosts the Big Ten Championship, the College Football Playoff, and major concerts including stadium-scale touring acts. Charter bus drop-off is on South Capitol Avenue.
Surface lots within two blocks charge $50–$75 on game days and sell out before kickoff; rideshare pickup clusters on West Maryland Street post-game with 45+ minute waits. Booking a bus here eliminates both problems. Check Lucas Oil Stadium’s parking page before your visit.
Address: 500 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Phone: 317-262-3452

Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway (4790 W 16th St, Speedway, IN 46222) is the largest sporting venue in the world by spectator capacity — 257,000 permanent seats, plus infield space that pushes race-day attendance past 300,000. The Indy 500 on Memorial Day weekend, the Brickyard 400 NASCAR race, and the Formula One United States Grand Prix (when scheduled) all draw massive crowds to Speedway, a separate municipality entirely surrounded by Indianapolis. Georgetown Road, Crawfordsville Road, and 16th Street all converge at the track entrances and back up for hours before and after events.
Charter buses access the grounds via the designated bus gate — confirm the current gate assignment with the IMS when you book. Check the IMS plan-your-visit page before race day.
Address: 4790 W 16th St, Speedway, IN 46222
Phone: 317-492-8500

Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Gainbridge Fieldhouse (125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204) is home to the Indiana Pacers and the Indiana Fever, and sits in the middle of downtown Indianapolis two blocks from Monument Circle. The Fieldhouse hosts 200+ events a year, including NBA games, Fever WNBA games, concerts, and college basketball tournaments. On-site parking is almost entirely reserved for premium ticket holders and season members — most fans pay $30–$50 in the surrounding surface lots on South Pennsylvania Street or the Pan Am garage on South Capitol.
Charter bus drop-off uses the South Pennsylvania Street approach; rideshare pickup is designated to a specific zone that gets backed up on sold-out nights. Confirm current drop-off protocols on the official Gainbridge Fieldhouse directions page.
Address: 125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-917-2727

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208) is the largest children’s museum in the world, with five floors and more than 120,000 artifacts spanning science, history, space exploration, and sports. The museum opens daily at 10 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. (with seasonal Friday extensions), and group admission rates require advance reservation at least two weeks ahead.
Charter buses drop off on the east side of the building along Meridian Street, then stage in the main surface lot on North Meridian. School groups use the designated group entrance on the north end of the building. Store lunch coolers in the undercarriage bays — the museum has outdoor picnic areas but no onsite cafeteria for large groups.
Review the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis visitor page for current hours and group reservation requirements.
Address: 3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Phone: 317-334-3322

White River State Park
White River State Park (801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204) anchors the western edge of downtown Indianapolis with 250 acres of urban greenspace and an extraordinary concentration of cultural venues — the Indiana State Museum, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Indianapolis Zoo, the Everwise Amphitheater, and the Indiana War Memorial all within walking distance of each other. Everwise Amphitheater seats 6,000 for outdoor concerts and draws major touring acts April through October. Bus drop-off for the park campus uses the West Washington Street and White River Parkway approaches; parking in the main state park lots costs $5–$10 per vehicle, but charter buses stage in designated overflow areas coordinated in advance.
Check the White River State Park visitor page for current parking details.
Address: 801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-233-2434

Mass Ave Arts District
Massachusetts Avenue between Delaware Street and College Avenue is Indianapolis’s densest corridor for restaurants, bars, live music, and independent retailers — roughly six walkable blocks where your group can move freely between Plat 99, Ash & Elm Cider Co., Flatwater Restaurant, and The Vogue Theatre (6259 N College Ave, slightly north) without ever needing another vehicle. Parking on Mass Ave on a Friday or Saturday night is effectively impossible — metered street spots on Massachusetts Avenue fill by 7 p.m., the nearby garages on East Vermont Street and East New York Street fill shortly after, and Uber and Lyft surge pricing on weekend nights in this corridor routinely hits 2–3x standard rates at last call. A party bus drops your group at the foot of the strip and comes back when you text; no one hunts for parking, and no one overpays for a surge-priced rideshare home.
Address: Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204