White River Gardens, Indianapolis

Name: White River Gardens
Address: White River State Park | 1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, 46222, United States
Telephone: (317) 630-2001

#48 among attractions in Indianapolis

Botanical garden, Park, Relax in park, Garden

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Facts and practical information

The White River Gardens are botanical gardens located adjacent to the Indianapolis Zoo in Indianapolis, Indiana, in the United States. The gardens are a part of the White River State Park. ()

Elevation: 689 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°45'57"N, 86°10'33"W

Address

White River State Park | 1200 W Washington StWest Side (Canal and White River State Park District)Indianapolis 46222 United States

Contact

(317) 630-2001

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Day trips

White River Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, Victory Field, Indianapolis Zoo, Lucas Oil Stadium.

0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, Indianapolis
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art stands as a cultural cornerstone celebrating the art, history, and cultures of the American West and Indigenous peoples of North America.
~1970 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Victory Field, Indianapolis
10 min walk • Victory Field, nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana, is a quintessential American ballpark that beckons baseball enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This modern facility, known for its classic charm and fan-friendly atmosphere, serves as the home of the...
~1270 ftW
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Indianapolis Zoo, Indianapolis
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Zoo is a vibrant destination for animal lovers and families looking for a day of fun and education. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, this zoo is part of an elite group committed...
0.8 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
20 min walk • Lucas Oil Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It replaced the RCA Dome as the home field of the National Football League's Indianapolis Colts and opened on August 16, 2008.
~1800 ftN
Sport venue, Sport
Indiana University Natatorium, Indianapolis
9 min walk • Indiana University Natatorium is a swimming complex on the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis campus in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.
~1980 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis
10 min walk • The Indiana State Museum is a museum located within White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The museum houses exhibits on the science, art, culture, and history of Indiana from prehistoric times up to the present day.
0.8 miE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Indianapolis
20 min walk • Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The parish's origins date to 1837, when it was first named Holy Cross parish.
~1710 ftE
Park
White River State Park, Indianapolis
9 min walk • White River State Park is an urban park in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Situated along the eastern and western banks of its namesake White River, the park covers 267 acres.
0.6 miNE
Museum, History museum
Indiana Historical Society, Indianapolis
16 min walk • The Indiana Historical Society is one of the United States' oldest and largest historical societies and describes itself as "Indiana's Storyteller".
~1510 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
NCAA Hall of Champions, Indianapolis
8 min walk • The NCAA Hall of Champions is an interactive museum and part of a three-building complex that houses a conference center and the corporate headquarters of both the National Collegiate Athletic Association and National Federation of State High School Associations in White River State Park in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.
0.8 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis
21 min walk • Indiana Repertory Theatre, frequently abbreviated IRT, is a professional regional theatre in Indianapolis, Indiana that began as a genuine repertory theatre with its casts performing in multiple shows at once.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to White River Gardens?

Nearby attractions include McCormick Cabin Site, Indianapolis (5 min walk), Indianapolis Zoo, Indianapolis (7 min walk), NCAA Hall of Champions, Indianapolis (8 min walk), White River State Park, Indianapolis (9 min walk).

How to get to White River Gardens by public transport?

The nearest stations to White River Gardens:

Train

Indiana University/Riley (21 min walk)
Indianapolis Union Station (23 min walk)

Bus

Indianapolis Union Station (22 min walk)
G • Lines: 39 (29 min walk)