Welcome to Indy!

Indianapolis, Indiana

We hope you enjoy your visit to Indianapolis! If you have free time during your visit for the MoTEC 2022 conference, check out some of these things to do.

Venue

Crowne Plaza Hotel in Downtown Indianapolis
123 W Louisiana Street
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46225

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If you call the hotel to make your booking, please mention "MoTEC International Conference" to receive the preferred rate.

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202

Attractions

Indianapolis Zoo

1200 W. Washington St.

Come learn what the Indianapolis Zoo is doing to help save wildlife and wild places.

White River State Park

801 W. Washington St.

Walk the beautiful, open green spaces or access the canal walk.

Eiteljorg Museum

500 W. Washington St.

View an extensive collection of visual arts by indigenous peoples of the Americas, as well as Western American paintings and sculptures.

Indiana State Museum

650 W. Washington St.

See a collection of artifacts, art, architecture, history and science.

Canal Walk

801 W. Washington St.

Walk the canal and take in the beautiful sights of Downtown with easy access to many great restaurants and the Indiana State Museum.

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

1 Monument Circle

The Soldiers & Sailors Monument is Indiana's official memorial to the Hoosiers that served in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, the Frontier Wars and the Spanish-American War. Visualize the artworks built into the monument with easy access to downtown.

Restaurants

St. Elmo Steak House

127 Illinois St.

It is the oldest Indianapolis steakhouse in its original location, and has earned a national reputation for its excellent steaks, seafood, chops and professional service.

Harry & Izzy's

153 S. Illinois St.

Dine in an upscale steakhouse with a notable wine selection & a contemporary spin on chops, seafood & pizza.

The Rathskeller

401 E. Michigan St.

Experience authentic German cuisine as well as steak, seafood, chicken, pork and vegetarian entrees accompanied by imported draft or bottled beers.

The Eagle's Nest

1 S. Capitol Ave.

Dine on classic American cuisine made from the freshest local ingredients while enjoying captivating panoramic views of the downtown skyline at this revolving rooftop restaurant.

Nada

11 W. Maryland St.

Hip choice for classic Mexican fare & cocktails served in a bright space.

The Capital Grille

40 W. Washington St.

Enjoy a masterfully prepared meal with nationally renowned dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and acclaimed world-class wines.

Weber Grill

10 N. Illinois St.

Have a tasteful dinner from grilling experts at this steakhouse and BBQ.

Giordano's

43 N. Illinois St.

Enjoy a classic Chicago style deep dish pizza in Downtown Indianapolis.

McCormick and Schmick's

110 N. Illinois St.

Experience culinary excellence from fresh seafood and shellfish to aged steaks and garden-fresh salads.