Hidden gems: Historical landmarks in Indianapolis

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Indianapolis. This list contains 8 places from Historical landmark category.

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Yard Of Bricks
Historical landmark
👍👍 It was one of the easiest times to be able to stand in the middle of a historic spot. Even if you aren't a race fan being able to stand on a spot most people know but you wouldn't imagine being there. This is one where you are amazed at how small it is when standing there, For all that history.
5.00 (57 reviews)
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IMS Gate 1
Historical landmark
👍👍 Gate 1 is the easiest in-and-out on foot to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. We park in Gate 1 parking -the very best tailgating - then go right in to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing - Qualifications & The Indy 500 🏁
4.90 (28 reviews)
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Ayres Clock
Historical landmark
👍👍 I didn’t know the story behind this clock so I looked it up. It takes its name from a department store that was in that location from the early 1900s to 1992. The clock itself is almost a hundred years old and has been restored twice. From thanksgiving to Christmas it is adorned with a cherub statue...
4.90 (18 reviews)
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McCormick’s Rock
Historical landmark
👍👍 Every time we go to the canal we stop here. Back in 2004 I proposed marriage to my wife. We have taken our children here many times. It isn’t me in the pictures or video. John McCormick was one of the founders of the city of Indianapolis and a founding member of the First Baptist Church of Indianapo...
4.90 (14 reviews)
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Glossbrenner Mansion
Historical landmark
👍👍 A gorgeous mansion with Incredible detail.
4.90 (13 reviews)
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The Kile Oak
Historical landmark
👍 Interesting local history... Worth a ten minute detour, but don't make a special trip out of it...
4.70 (133 reviews)
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James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home & Visitor Center
Museum
This historic Italianate-style house, once home to a famous children's poet, offers guided tours.
4.70 (91 reviews)
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Indiana State Fair Covered Bridge
Historical landmark
👍👍 As always,had a great time at the State Fair, the whole day was amazing, exciting fun, and the perfect good-bye to summer event for the kids, which makes Mama,and Grandmama happy! We really enjoyed, the circus! The food got a little better this year! Fair food has been lacking previous years! The fr...
4.60 (85 reviews)
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