Indianapolis, Indy, Naptown, the Circle City

The Weekend Spot

Broad Ripple Village is known for its bars, restaurants, and small boutiques and thrift stores. It is close to campus and is the neighborhood of choice for most Butler students on the weekend. Broad Ripple is also the best place to catch the Monon Trail from Butler. The Monon is a trail that runs North and South, spanning almost the entire city. During the warm months, you will find many people walking their dogs, biking and jogging along the trail. The Monon is not well lit and for this reason it is not open to the public at night.

'Funky. Artsy. Retro.'

Fountain Square is the furthest neighborhood from Butler, but worth the trip! It has award winning restaurants, unique entertainment and great shopping! Fountain Square has retained a lot of the architecture and character from its beginnings in 1835. It is the up and coming neighborhood of Indianapolis!

The Arts and Theater District

Massachusetts Avenue is the main drag of downtown's cultural scene. It houses independent theaters, premier restaurants and bars, as well as art galleries and the annual IndyFringe Festival.

In the Center of it All

The Wholesale District is in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. You will find Circle Center Mall, our historic Monument Circle, and next year it will be the destination of the 2012 Super Bowl, one of the largest sporting events in the country!

'Rhythm Reborn'

Indiana Avenue is a historical district that chronicles the lives of African Americans in Indianapolis. The avenue is lined with worship centers, and is home to Madame Walker Theater, which hosts 'Jazz on the Avenue' every last Friday of the month as well as a recently revived movie night, dance lessons and more!

So Much to Do, So Little Time

The canal is a peaceful place to walk or ride in a gondola, if you choose, with views of the city. It is also the gateway to many of Indianapolis' museums, such as the Indian State Museum,  Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, and NCAA Hall of Champions, as well as and entrance to White River State Park and the Indianapolis Zoo. You will definitely have a lot to do.

Breakfast

Henry's Coffee Bistro, Bakery, coffee shop ($)-- 627 North East Street

Cafe Patachou, American, serves lunch as well ($$)-- 4911 North Pennsylvania Street, 317.925.2823

The Illinois Street Food Emporium, Bakery, Deli ($) -- 5550 North Illinois Street, 317.253.9513

Lunch

Yats, Cajun Creole ($)-- 5363 North College Avenue, 317.253.8817

Petite Chou, American, serves breakfast as well ($$) -- 823 Westfield Boulevard, 317.259.0765

Boogie Burger, American ($) -- 1904 East Broad Ripple Avenue, 317.255.2450

Dinner

Meridian Restaurant and Bar, American ($$$) -- 5694 North Meridian Street, 317. 466. 1111

India Garden, Indian ($$) -- 830 Broad Ripple Avenue, 317.253.6060

Napolese, Italian-style pizza ($$) -- 114 East 49th Street, 317.925.0765

Hotbox Pizza, American-style pizza ($$) -- 715 Broad Ripple Avenue, 317.257.7500