Discover animals hidden in architecture and sculpture in downtown Indianapolis. Guides will share the symbolism behind these curious creatures, and what the architectural and artistic details reveal about Indianapolis. Featured landmarks include exteriors of the Indiana War Memorial, Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse, Soldiers & Sailors Monument, Circle Tower Building, and more

Experience the heart of the Circle City while learning how these blocks have come to define
Indianapolis. Guides will share stories and little-known history, revealing how the district’s art, architecture, and unique combination of public and private spaces create its distinctive character as the state’s capital. Featured landmarks include exteriors of the Soldiers & Sailors Monument, Christ Church Cathedral, Circle Theatre, and more.

Explore the park’s significance from the time of Indianapolis’s settlement to the present day.
Guides will trace how the area evolved from a hub of transportation and industry to a center for recreation, culture, and entertainment. Featured landmarks include the 1916 Washington Street bridge, 1870 pumphouse, Central Canal, and more. We proudly present this tour in partnership with the White River State Park Development Commission.

Amble through a neighborhood of modest cottages, grander homes, apartments, churches, and
commercial buildings, first developed in the mid-nineteenth century. Learn about its array of
architectural styles as guides share its evolution into a walkable, vibrant place to live downtown.

Explore historic Indianapolis and learn to decode stories hidden within the city’s architecture. Guides will help tourgoers discover distinctive building details, identify architectural styles, and consider what questions to ask when encountering a new streetscape. Featured landmarks include exteriors of the Indiana Statehouse, Soldiers & Sailors Monument, St. Elmo’s Steakhouse, and more

Connect to Indianapolis’ diverse heritage as guides share stories from each chapter of the urban neighborhood’s 160-year history. The narrative will highlight its unique role as a hub of LGBTQ+ life and culture during some of the community’s most vulnerable decades.

Discover Indianapolis through tales of some of the most memorable characters to shape the Circle City. Guides will help tourgoers get to know 16 contenders and rank their favorites through a tournament-style bracket. Featured figures include entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, actor James Dean, First Lady Caroline Scott Harrison, and more.

Stroll the historic neighborhood where business rivals, publishing magnates, and influential women competed for prestige in the late nineteenth century. Learn about architectural styles and hear stories behind its historic houses, churches, and cultural institutions, including the community’s post-1960s revitalization into a flourishing residential historic district.

Explore Indy’s German heritage while exploring the historic Athenaeum. Guides will point out unique architectural features; discuss how the building reflects the founders’ “sound mind in a sound body” ethos; and share the impact Athenaeum members have made on the Indianapolis
community. We proudly present this tour in partnership with the Athenaeum Foundation.

Learn how Indiana Landmarks transformed a nineteenth-century church into a modern cultural
venue. Tourgoers will examine architectural details, while hearing stories of the site’s many lives. Participants will leave with a greater appreciation for historic preservation and the mission of Indiana Landmarks.

Immerse yourself in German American culture while exploring the historic Athenaeum. Sample
traditional German fare as guides share the building’s story and its place within broader German heritage. The tour is 75-90 minutes. Pricing includes one beverage per person- a pint of beer or a soft drink – and three pre-selected appetizers. We proudly present this tour in partnership with the Athenaeum Foundation.

Experience Indianapolis on a leisurely eight-mile bike tour. Over 2.5–3 hours, guides will
communicate the enduring impact of German heritage on the city’s landmarks, economics, politics, and culture. Featured landmarks include exteriors of the Athenaeum, South Side Turnverein, Turnverein Apartments, and more. Pricing does not include bicycle rental. Tourgoers can bring their own bike or bike rentals are available through Pacers Indiana Bikeshare