Some of the most historically and culturally rich sites to visit while in Indianapolis are:

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church: This is the oldest black church in Indianapolis with more than 2.5 million members.

Scottish Rite Cathedral: A Neo-Gothic architectural marvel with patterned ceilings, woodwork carvings and amazing stained glass windows.

Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum: A century old museum which was built to pay tributes to the soldiers of Indiana who took part in the Civil War. Those who want to stay near Indianapolis Museum of Art will find many lodging options. Some of the best hotels here are- Residence Inn Indianapolis Downtown on the Canal, Hilton Indianapolis, Lees Inn Indianapolis, and Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel.

Indianapolis Museum of Art: With more than 50000 artifacts from different cultures and featuring national and international exhibitions, this place is a must-visit.

Indian Medical History Museum: Noted on the National Register of Historic places this facility is the oldest building and symbolizes the beginning of scientific psychiatry and modern medicine. While here you need not bother for comfortable accommodation as there is an array of hotels near Indian MedicalHistory Museum. Some of the finest hotels around this amazing place are-Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, the Westin Indianapolis , University Place Conference Center & Hotel, Courtyard Indianapolis at the Capitol and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Indianapolis City Center