31 days in Indianapolis & Saint Louis Itinerary

Indiana's capital and most populous city, Indianapolis is best known for its racecar events and impressive museums, and as the hometown of Kurt Vonnegut.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and Indianapolis Zoo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Indianapolis: Lincoln Park Speedway (in Greencastle), Exotic Feline Rescue Center (in Centerpoint) and Fowler Park (in Terre Haute). Next up on the itinerary: explore the engaging exhibits at Children's Museum of Indianapolis, appreciate the history behind Monument Circle, observe the fascinating underwater world at Newport Aquarium, and trek along Sodalis Nature Park.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Indianapolis trip builder tool.

Orlando to Indianapolis is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Orlando in July, with highs in Indianapolis at 83°F and lows at 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Saint Louis.

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Saint Louis Zoo and Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Saint Louis: Henry's Rabbit Ranch (in Staunton), Springfield (Lincoln Memorial Garden, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, &more) and Johnson's Shut-ins State Park (in Middle Brook). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at City Museum, admire the majestic nature at Elephant Rocks State Park, get curious at Saint Louis Science Center, and experience rural life at Grant’s Farm.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Saint Louis tour planner.

Traveling by car from Indianapolis to Saint Louis takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Indianapolis to Saint Louis, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Indianapolis in July, expect nights in Saint Louis to be about the same, around 68°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 89°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.