Indianapolis is a great destination for RVers who love museums, greenways, and more.
Take a look at all Indianapolis has to offer. Then plan your stay and happily look forward to a fun time. Indy, here we come!
Must-see attractions
If you’re a gearhead (or simply curious), the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum lets you walk the lore of the Indy 500 and peek at historic racecars. It’s a unique slice of American motorsport history that’s absolutely picture-worthy.
White River State Park and the adjacent Canal Walk make a perfect downtown stroll after you set up camp. The waterside path, pedal boats, public art, and easy pedestrian access to the zoo and museums mean you can plan a compact day without a lot of driving.
The Indianapolis Zoo sits right in White River State Park and mixes animal exhibits with gardens and rides. It’s a great place to explore or ride bikes.
Newfields (the Indianapolis Museum of Art and gardens) is an excellent choice for a low-key cultural morning. Here, you’ll enjoy expansive and beautiful grounds and rotating exhibits. The trails make it easy to enjoy art and landscape without the crowds you’d find in bigger cities.
The Children’s Museum is gigantic, hands-on, and easy to spend half a day in. It’s ideal when the weather’s iffy or you have grandkids aboard. (Even if you don’t, you’ll find a lot to spark your interest at the museum.) The Indy Attraction Pass includes this stop if you want to bundle admissions.
Indy Attraction Pass
If you want to hit several paid attractions, the Indy Attraction Pass gives bundled access to many top sites (Children’s Museum, Eiteljorg Museum, the Speedway museum, and more) for a limited window after first use. It’s really handy for an action-packed weekend. You can often buy a 1- or 3-day mobile pass and pair it with a hotel package if someone in your party prefers a hotel room for a night.
Three RV parks
Here are three nearby RV parks for your weekend (or longer) stay in the Indianapolis area:
• Indianapolis KOA Holiday (Greenfield) offers easy on/off along I-70, full hookups, long pull-throughs, patios on many sites, and on-site services if you need laundry or propane. It’s roughly a 20–30 minute drive into downtown, depending on traffic, which makes this campground a practical base.
• Heartland RV Resort is a calm, family-friendly campground about 20 minutes from central Indy. It welcomes RVers with full hookups and big-site options. This is a good choice for longer stays where quiet and site space matter.
• Old Mill Run Park (Thorntown) is a traditional Midwest family campground north of Indy with ponds for casual fishing, a pool, mini-golf, and shaded RV spots. This campground is a pleasant and (sometimes) more budget-friendly pick if you don’t need to be super close to downtown.
More outdoor options
Eagle Creek Park is a big outdoor spot near the city for anglers, paddlers, hikers, and birders. It offers hundreds of acres of reservoir, woodlands, miles of trails, organized birding areas (including an ornithology center), and paved paths for casual cycling. It’s a one-stop nature fix if you need a lake day or a long trail ride.
The Monon Trail runs through parts of the city and is one of Indy’s most popular paved multi-use routes for cycling and longer scenic rides. The Monon is a great way to get miles in without leaving the urban corridor.
If you prefer state-park-style hikes or lakeside walking, Fort Harrison State Park (near the east side) and Holliday Park (with its garden ruins and short trails) are both handy options for sunrise strolls and dog-friendly exploring. For fishing, Eagle Creek Park has multiple boat ramps and shore opportunities.
Practical tips for visiting Indy
- Weekends around the Indy 500 (May 24, 2026) and major Colts and INDYCAR® events are extremely busy. Book a campground well in advance and expect traffic if you plan to attend.
- Downtown RV parking is limited. Plan to park and walk or bike the Canal Walk and downtown attractions.
- Go early to parks and trails in the summertime to beat the heat and potential crowds.
Timing and budget hacks
Buy the Indy Attraction Pass if you plan to visit multiple paid attractions over a couple of days. Many museums offer membership or discount days that can be worthwhile if you return within the year.
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The Indiana State Fairgrounds has FHU sites. Not a year-round facility. Reservations must be made online prior to arrival.
https://www.indianastatefairgrounds.com/p/visit/camping-information