If you are looking for a fun and educational activity that allows you to not only connect with…read morelocal history, but someone who really loves what they do and wants to share their knowledge and excitement, you need to check out Sampson Levingston's Through2Eyes. Thanks to being grounded due to Covid, I haven't been able to travel like I usually do, so exploring local has been my only option. Highlights/ Why you need to take a Tour: + It's honestly embarrassing how little I truly know about the history of Indianapolis and what really isn't taught about the state in the local school system. + Sampson's passion for history shows as he tells the stories, often accompanied with photos, during the tour stops. He is extremely knowledgeable and happy to have a discussion and answer questions. + Walk/Talk tours vary based on location (Indiana Avenue and Irvington) and time. During the NCAA tournament, a special Basketball themed Walk & Talk on Wheels was offered in the form of a Trolley tour or on a Pacer's Bikeshare Bike. The Bike tour was fun, but a bit more of a challenge, due to the fact I couldn't remember the last time I was on a bike. + Ticketing is done through Eventbrite and reasonably priced; however, beware, there is a slight minimal fee due to Eventbrite's system + Tour is about an 1.5- 2 hours, based on questions + During tour during Covid times, everyone wore masks and kept to the recommended social distance

Take a wonderful tour of Indianapolis with a learned Indiana native Carrie Zimmerman !!!…read more We were so fortunate to get the information and entertaining facts about the industries, sports and famous people of Indianapolis. We certainly felt grateful to hear of this city's amazing history. We went to the Speedway, heard about the famous authors, Brad Tarkington, Silverstein, Kurt Vonnegut and saw some beautiful architecture which included Monument Circle, museums, the theatres along Mass Ave, and the canal.

I did a "quickie" visit recently to Indy and really just had 1 full day to check it out. Since it…read morewas very late Fall, most other local tour companies had packed it in for the season. Not Ms. Carrie! She is out there hitting the road, enlightening visitors and showing the sights of Indianapolis to a appreciative audience. Circle City Tours is very flexible and will work with your schedule and timeline. I was picked up downtown for the tour but for a slight fee, Carrie dropped me off at an Airport hotel. I was grateful for her immense knowledge of the city, particularly historical facts. LOVED the trek through lovely Crown Hill cemetery, which is not morbid at all. Carrie pointed out the many grave sites of noted politicians, authors, artists, ex-Presidents and the locally prominent who lie in repose there. The Civil War burial section was also very touching. Ms. Carrie pointed out magnificent churches, memorials, art and children's museum, local eateries (Shapiro's Deli=yummy!) and the White River State Park area. We even got to check out all the Christmas decorations up at the Indy Speedway. She packs a lot into the 3-hour tours but when it's over, you feel a sense of accomplishment that you learned so much about Indianapolis-- a city made all the more beautiful than it already is, by the beautiful ministrations of Carrie and Circle City Tours. 5 YELP STARS.

I booked a ghost tour for a team outing. I should say I had no expectations other than I thought…read morewe'd be going into buildings, etc (I didn't read reviews or background). We met at monument circle and unfortunately it was very loud (a band playing that you could hear all over the circle and motorcycles enjoying the weather). Our guide did the best he could to talk over. I can't wait to research some of the stories. We ended our tour at Slippery Noodle with a small surprise and the best stories. The bar offered free cover for attendees so we took advantage. I'd recommend the tour, but I recommend reading the site so you know what to expect.

They're awesome guides. She's wonderful! Humor is involved! I will go again! They do multiple in…read moremultiple cities!​

This neighborhood is my favorite one to walk around. It's packed with historic homes that ooze…read morecolor and charm. There are beautiful plants, cute alleyways, brick walkways, and the fall foliage is a star here. The neighborhood is in walking distance of Mass Ave, so grab a boba tea and go for a nice stroll to soak it all in. The James Whitcomb Riley home is also located here, so don't forget to check it out too.

James Whitcomb Riley once called this lovely neighborhood his home. Nestled in the heart of…read moredowntown Indy, stand a unique set of historic homes. Brick and cobblestone streets are lined with lovely gardens filled with hostas and hydrangeas. Tree roots push up the brick sidewalks in interesting patterns. The middle of September, they host a Market Day with artisans, food trucks and garage sales. Friendly neighbors open the neighborhood all day. We never miss this fun event and a chance to enjoy the unique architecture. I did not see restroom facilities so that was only downside.

We went on a paranormal tour during the Halloween season and had a blast. Tickets were 20$ I have…read morealways wanted to go down to the catacombs and it didn't disappoint.

Wow this was really cool and informative!…read more Who knew there are underground catacombs at the Indianapolis City Market? We enjoyed our 30 minute guided tour. It's around $12, and highly recommend

Dave has traveled to over 65 countries and is, quite simply, the best at what he does. Dave creates…read moreunique trips that are tailored to the individual client and what they want to experience. I just had lunch with a friend who had just returned from a trip to Italy Dave had helped him plan and he said it was absolutely spectacular. Anytime in the future I'm travleing overseas, I'm booking with Experience Travel!

I recently returned from a trip that Dave helped me plan and book. When we first met, his…read morepersonality made it an easy decision to pick him and we were not disappointed. We went to Poland, Germany, and Italy for a total of 3 weeks and Dave helped with a majority of it. I did book parts by myself with points and the group tour. I will say this if you are worried about going independently don't be. With a good guide book and Dave's advise and hotel selections you will have more fun then a group tour and have it on your own schedule. The booking process: Dave was understand and listened to what kind of experience you want and what your budget is, just make sure you are honest with him upfront about the budget so that he can help steer you in a good direction. We were very happy with our hotel selections and the locations. We told him what we wanted to do while we were there and he gave us a selection and if we weren't quite feeling it he listened and got right back with something more we wanted. Not only did he find good hotels for a good price, with the selections he made for us we felt more like a part of the city and taken in by the culture and the staff. He also booked our airfare, which was on pare with what you would get doing it yourself online but without the headache of having to do it. Listen to his advice about layovers! If it wasn't for him making us have a longer layover in JFK we would have miss 2 flights!!!! Last minute changes: So after all his hard work and a great vacation plan, we found out my wife was pregnant and Dave was super nice about everything and rebooked it all with the new dates with no additional commission. Yes we had change flight fees, but that was it and Dave made what could have been a huge mess just another simple step. Personality and Customer Satisfaction: You can't say enough about Dave as a person Cost/Value: To be honest it cost about the same as if I would have bargain hunted on expedia or whatever the difference is that I had a name and person to fall back on if something went wrong. With that I will be using Dave again.

The tour guide was very, very knowledgeable about the history of Irvington and the ghost stories…read moreand a great speaker. I loved his perspective and how he brought the stories to life. I've lived here my whole life 57 years and never once heard those stories. It was something new to me. However, There were far too many people on the tour and I honestly couldn't hear some of what he what saying. It was a long time on my old feet but worth every penny. I just wish the group would have been smaller. Also, there were lots of volunteers who helped stop traffic and kept us all on the route. They kept us safe. I appreciated them. If you're having trouble keeping up like me just ride along in your car and get out at the stops to listen to the talks.

Fantastic tour! Alan E. Hunter is a great storyteller who brings Indy's spooky history and true…read morecrime past to life. Even locals will learn something new. Totally worth it, just maybe skip it if you scare easily!

Wonderful way to see the city. Our tour guide was excited about his city and very knowledgeable…read moreabout all its history. Nice diversity of haunted history both old and more recent. The previous review did a disservice to themselves by not reading the description of what a ghost walk entailed and this tour was no exception to a typical ghost tour. They must have had it confused with a paranormal investigation. It was a fantastic value for the money to both see the sights and gain insider knowledge about the local hauntings of Indy. The only "drawback" was that the tour description online said the tour would be 60 minutes and it ended up going for about 1 hour and 50 minutes. The tour guide in the beginning told us it would likely be one hour and 15 minutes, which was also OK, but nearly 2 hours in we were really hurting as there were more steps and standing than we anticipated. I tipped him generously since he took an extra 30+ minutes of his time, likely just out of his passion for history and the kindess of his heart. One thing you should also note is that the tour does not go in a loop and ends in a different location from where it begins, which adds extra steps on the route. That is not typical in ghost tours that I have done in other cities, so something to note. All in all, I'm delighted to have done it and it was absolutely worth the cost of admission. Pay no mind to the previous reviewer - she is no fun at parties and wants everyone else to be miserable too.

If I could give zero stars, I would. If I had any self respect I would have left with in the first…read more10 mins. To start our tour guide did NOT wear a U.S. ghost tours T-shirt and have a lantern. He was wearing a large top hat and looked like Mr. Penguin from Batman. We started at the IRT theatre and learned about an old director who died outside of the theatre and supposedly haunts the theatre. However we could not experience the hauntings ourselves. He walked by the doors and checked to see if any were unlocked. He found one door that was unlocked, and we walked into part of a lobby area. I'm pretty sure we were trespassing. It was at this point that my husband and I realized that we were not going into ANY of the places on our tour, to do any sort of ghost hunt or experience any paranormal activity. Keep in mind for this tour we bought the addition of the sound dopplers. The tour was simply a history tour of our capital of Indianapolis. I would have had more fun going around by myself and my husband to supposed haunted and actually creepy locations of Muncie and Anderson Indiana. I just wasted 2 hours of my life and around $65.00. They referred to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as the Indianapolis Murder Speedway. He said that that is what people call it... Umm no. I go to the race every year and NO ONE has EVER called it that. No one has been murdered at a race... No thrill no chill, zero starts don't do it.

It's been too long since my last review of the Cultural Trail. It can become easy to take treasures…read morelike this for granted after the initial buzz and excitement wears off. The truth is, the Cultural Trail weaves into our city so seamlessly (thanks to the landscaping and design) that it's a natural part of the fabric that makes our downtown so special. I'm thrilled about the latest expansions and can't wait to see how we continue to celebrate and utilize this great win for Hoosier pedestrians.

If you're seeking an inspiring and unique way to experience Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Cultural…read moreTrail is your answer! This trail is a testament to the city's unique character, offering a glimpse into its hidden gems, from serene parks and vibrant playgrounds to eclectic restaurants and cozy coffee shops. The trail offers a sense of empowerment, allowing you to choose the mode of transportation that suits you best. Whether you conquer the 8-mile-long trail or opt for a shorter, more stroll, like my mom and I did, the choice is yours. We explored the downtown part of the trail, close to the federal building, all the way down to the river trail. It was a short distance but a journey filled with memorable experiences. One of the things I loved about the trail was how many interesting sculptures and pieces of art we saw along the way. Each one had a description and information about the artist, which added to the experience. We also stumbled upon some fantastic restaurants and coffee shops that we probably wouldn't have found otherwise. If you're visiting Indianapolis and looking for a fun and unique way to explore the city, check out the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. It's a gem that's worth discovering!