Roadside Attractions in Indianapolis
1 place worth pulling over for in Indianapolis, Indiana, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Planning the stop
It's free to visit. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
Also worth a stop in Indiana
World's Largest Ball of Paint
Alexandria, Indiana
This colorful sphere started in 1977 with a single baseball and now boasts over 42,000 layers of paint. Visitors can schedule an appointment to brush on their own layer and receive an official certificate. It is a wonderfully quirky monument to collaborative art.
Schnitzelbank Restaurant
Jasper, Indiana
A beloved Southern Indiana destination since 1961, the Schnitzelbank Restaurant offers an authentic taste of Bavaria in the heart of Jasper's German heritage region. Visitors flock here for hearty classics like Wiener Schnitzel and sauerbraten, served in a festive dining hall complete with traditional Alpine decor and an outdoor glockenspiel clock tower.
Fortville Pink Elephant
Fortville, Indiana
This giant, bespectacled pink elephant has been welcoming travelers to Fortville since the 1970s. Located outside a local liquor store, the beloved statue frequently wears seasonal outfits and even blows bubbles. It is a quintessential piece of retro Hoosier roadside kitsch.