Let's Go Travel

If you’re looking for fun and adventure for your family, you don’t have to look too far! Indianapolis is the perfect place for your next staycation because there is always something new to explore. From museums and theaters to outdoor adventures and family-friendly hotels, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Indy!

Indiana Day Trips

There’s lots to do in Indianapolis, but if you're up for a short drive, you’ll find many adventures awaiting you and your family all around the Hoosier state. And bonus: These destinations are a short drive away, so there’s no need to pack your bags or make a hotel reservation.

Exploring the Midwest

From sandy lake beaches and forested landscapes, to small farmland towns and exciting urban cities, the Midwest is an amazing region to explore as a family. These travel destinations will make you realize that the Midwest is the best!

Indiana Getaways

An Indiana getaway might be just what your family needs to get out and appreciate the vast diversity of the Hoosier state. Sports fans, nature enthusiasts, history buffs and curious travelers alike will all find fun destinations to explore around Indiana.

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Holiday Fun

Parents Love This 12 Dollar Santa Train in Indiana

Indy's Child Staff - November 11, 2025

Families looking for a budget-friendly Santa train can ride the Santa Claus Limited on the Whitewater Valley Railroad in Connersville. The experience is simple...

Holiday Fun

Worth the Drive: Ohio’s Free Christmas Cave

Indy's Child Staff - November 3, 2025

Looking for something a little different this holiday season? In Minford, Ohio, the Christmas Cave at White Gravel Mines is a self-guided, nearly mile-long...

Travel

Howard Park Ice Skating Rink – Indiana’s Most Unique Ice Skating Rink

Indy's Child Staff - October 29, 2025

Ready for a winter outing worth the drive from Indianapolis? The ice skating rink at Howard Park in South Bend pairs a 16,000-square-foot ice...

Exploring the Midwest

Lights Under Louisville: The Only Underground Christmas Light Drive-Thru in the World

Indy's Child Staff - October 24, 2025

Lights Under Louisville is a holiday light show that is truly one of a kind. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, it is the world’s only...

Holiday Fun

Catch The Polar Express Train Ride – 1 Hour From Indianapolis

Indy's Child Staff - October 22, 2025

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is returning to Connersville, Indiana for the 2025 holiday season. Departing from the Whitewater Valley Railroad, this beloved experience...

Holiday Fun

Reindeer Express: A Magical Holiday Train Adventure near Indianapolis

Indy's Child Staff - October 20, 2025

If you're looking for a festive holiday event near Indianapolis to enjoy with your train-loving family and friends, look no further than the Reindeer...

Exploring the Midwest

A Magical Family Vacation to Mackinac Island

Nicole Sipe - October 20, 2025

The charming streets without a car in sight. The horse-drawn carriages and the clip-clop sound that's ever present. The smell of chocolate in the...

Unique Activities

Meet Alpacas at Heritage Farm in Flora, Indiana

Melissa Gibson - October 15, 2025

Heritage Farm in Flora, Indiana is a family-friendly alpaca farm about an hour from Indianapolis where visitors can meet, feed, and learn about alpacas,...

Travel

The Christmas Caboose: A Budget-Friendly Holiday Train Ride Tradition

Indy's Child Staff - October 13, 2025

If you want an affordable holiday day trip in Indiana, the Christmas Caboose in New Haven delivers pure holiday magic for $10 per person....

Holiday Fun

10 Best Holiday Train Rides in Indiana (2025)

Indy's Child Staff - October 9, 2025

All Aboard! Calling all train lovers. The holiday season is approaching, and so are Holiday Train Rides. Make sure to book your tickets early...

Travel

All Aboard for a Spooky Ride on the Ghost Train of Metamora

Indy's Child Staff - October 7, 2025

This October, the Whitewater Valley Railroad welcomes ghosts and goblins of all ages for a gently spooky train ride through the Indiana countryside. The...

Indiana Day Trips

17 Indiana Day Trips Perfect for Fall

Indy's Child Staff - September 30, 2025

Want to hit the road for a fall day trip? These road-trip-worthy destinations are perfect for families! 17 Kid-Friendly Day Trips Perfect for Fall in...

Travel

The Apple Works Orchard and Farm Market

Indy's Child Staff - September 29, 2025

The Apple Works is a family-run apple orchard and pumpkin patch in Trafalgar, Indiana. Open seven days a week from April through December, it's...

Exploring the Midwest

Lake Geneva in Wisconsin offers a Little Bit of Luxury for Families Looking for a Lakeside Getaway

Nicole Sipe - September 29, 2025

Looking for a lakeside getaway in the Midwest? Consider Lake Geneva in Wisconsin! This resort city is known for its beautiful mansions that overlook...

Fall Fun

Top 6 Fall Foliage Destinations in Indiana

Indy's Child Staff - September 17, 2025

We love some good Indiana fall foliage. According to the Farmers’ Almanac, peak fall foliage in 2025 will arrive at different times across Indiana: October...

Indiana Day Trips

All Aboard The Pumpkin Train – Travel by Train to the Pumpkin Patch

Indy's Child Staff - September 15, 2025

Visiting a pumpkin patch is a great fall tradition. And what better way to get there than by train? Take The Pumpkin Express and travel by rail to pick...

Things To Do

Parke County Covered Bridge Festival: A Family Guide

Wendy Hasser - September 11, 2025

If you're chasing those perfect fall vibes with your crew (think apple cider, crunchy leaves, small-town charm, and real history you can actually walk...

Travel

A Magical Road Trip: Harry Potter’s Forbidden Forest Comes to Cincinnati

Indy's Child Staff - September 8, 2025

If your family has ever dreamed of stepping into the world of Harry Potter, get ready—because this fall, you can. Just a two-hour drive...

Fall Fun

Road Trip Worthy: Jack O’Lantern Spectacular in Louisville

Indy's Child Staff - September 4, 2025

Every October brings the same challenge: finding a memorable fall experience beyond the typical corn maze and apple orchard. If you're willing to venture...

Indiana Day Trips