There’s a genuine fervour for sports in this city which is reflected in the priorities of its residents. Although Indianapolis boasts of being the ‘Amateur Sports Capital of the World’, it’s the big time events which have put this town on the map. The Indy 500 is the oldest car race in the world, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year who come to engulf themselves in the power and thrills of auto racing. The infamous speedway also hosts the Brickyard 400 and America’s only Formula One Championship race.

Circle City Grand National Rodeo: is a two-day event which brings cowboys from around the country to show off their skills, including bull and buck riding and lasso competitions.

Indianapolis is home to Indianapolis International Airport, which handles around seven million passengers every year. Some 20 different airlines fly in and out of the airport to more than 100 destinations around the country and farther abroad. The airport’s single modern terminal has all the amenities a traveller may need, such as ATMs, a bank and currency exchange offices. Other facilities include restaurants, shopping and a meeting room with complete business services. An information desk can be found in the Arrivals area.

Banks: 09:00-15:00, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday; 08:00-13:00, Saturday
Department Stores and Shops: 10:00-18:00 daily, some closed on Sunday
Museums: 10:00-17:00, some open on weekends
Business Offices: 09:00-5:00, daily