Day Itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
113 mi2 mi
Lush Gardens, Craft Breweries and Home of the Hoosiers
This day starts with a visit to a local art community and coffee shop as you fuel up for the busy day ahead.
A walk through the tropical oasis of Garfield Conservatory will keep you warm and happy as you appreciate the impressive display of plants and art.
Later, the discovery of a winery, brewery and distillery will keep you drinking at Cedar Creek while you enjoy the countryside of rural Indiana.
No visit to Indiana would be complete without visiting the land of the Hoosiers at Indiana State University at Bloomington.
Of course, this route has been created with your electric vehicle in mind so the day ends with a convenient charging station in Terre Haute.
A walk through the tropical oasis of Garfield Conservatory will keep you warm and happy as you appreciate the impressive display of plants and art.
Later, the discovery of a winery, brewery and distillery will keep you drinking at Cedar Creek while you enjoy the countryside of rural Indiana.
No visit to Indiana would be complete without visiting the land of the Hoosiers at Indiana State University at Bloomington.
Of course, this route has been created with your electric vehicle in mind so the day ends with a convenient charging station in Terre Haute.
08:55
Indianapolis
Make sure your car battery is fully charged as you set off for a day of discovery.
3.7 mi
15 min
09:1530 min
Normal Coffee
Café
Open Details
Start your day off with a visit to Normal Coffee. Located inside the Tube Factory Art Space, this is an independent coffee shop with a cool, community focus.
With an eclectic rotating art exhibit plus some roaming chickens in the garden, it's a quirky little place and perfect for getting your caffeine fix while supporting local artists. There's even ping pong out back!
Phone 317-600-3538
Opening Hours Wednesday - Friday: 9:00 - 18:00 Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 - 15:00 Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Learn more about the art collective behind this local coffee house here.
With an eclectic rotating art exhibit plus some roaming chickens in the garden, it's a quirky little place and perfect for getting your caffeine fix while supporting local artists. There's even ping pong out back!
Phone 317-600-3538
Opening Hours Wednesday - Friday: 9:00 - 18:00 Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 - 15:00 Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Learn more about the art collective behind this local coffee house here.
0.5 mi
5 min
10:001 hr
Garfield Park Conservatory
Landmark
Open Details
Just a short drive south outside of urban Indianapolis is the green oasis of Garfield Park. This beautiful space is the perfect way to start your day with a walk through the 10,000 square foot conservatory.
Featuring hundreds of tropical plants from around the world including palms, orchids, ferns, vanilla and even banana, you'll be warm in the conservatory even on the coldest days.
This unique space also has many educational activities and art exhibits.
Phone 317-327-7183
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 13:00 - 17:00 Monday: Closed
Garfield Gardens
Featuring hundreds of tropical plants from around the world including palms, orchids, ferns, vanilla and even banana, you'll be warm in the conservatory even on the coldest days.
This unique space also has many educational activities and art exhibits.
Phone 317-327-7183
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 13:00 - 17:00 Monday: Closed
Garfield Gardens
31.5 mi
50 min
12:001 hr 30 min
Cedar Creek Winery, Brewing Co and Distillery
Landmark
Open Details
Indiana is home to several wineries and Cedar Creek Winery and Beer is one of the finest. Only an hour or so outside Indianapolis you'll find yourself far removed from the hustle and bustle of urban city life as you drive the country roads towards Painted Hills.
More than just a winery, the family-run Cedar Creek is also known for its brewery featuring 76 types of beer and they also boast a distillery. Have a seat and enjoy sampling their products while you enjoy lunch with "Drink at the Creek".
Phone 765-342-9000
Opening Hours Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 - 20:00 Friday and Saturday: 12:00 - 21:00
Cedar Creek Winery and Brew Company
More than just a winery, the family-run Cedar Creek is also known for its brewery featuring 76 types of beer and they also boast a distillery. Have a seat and enjoy sampling their products while you enjoy lunch with "Drink at the Creek".
Phone 765-342-9000
Opening Hours Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 - 20:00 Friday and Saturday: 12:00 - 21:00
Cedar Creek Winery and Brew Company
24.6 mi
40 min
14:1545 min
Monroe County History Center
Landmark
Open Details
Driving further south, you'll arrive to the next destination of the day: Bloomington, home to one of America's largest and oldest universities. Founded in 1820, Indiana University is home to the "Hoosiers" and you'll find this proud statement throughout the Monroe County History Center.
Along prominently displayed Hoosier memorabilia, you'll also find plenty of artifacts and historic items showing the proud history of Monroe County with both permanent galleries and rotating exhibits.
Phone 812-332-2517
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 16:00 Sunday and Monday: Closed
Monroe County History Center
Along prominently displayed Hoosier memorabilia, you'll also find plenty of artifacts and historic items showing the proud history of Monroe County with both permanent galleries and rotating exhibits.
Phone 812-332-2517
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 16:00 Sunday and Monday: Closed
Monroe County History Center
0.9 mi
20 min
15:301 hr 30 min
Eskenazi Museum of Art
Museum
Open Details
The Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art, located on the campus of the Indiana State University is an excellent example of why it's worth it to scout out university art museums.
You'll often find amazing art exhibits without the cost and crowds of the well-known large city museums and this museum is no exception as it's seldom crowded and admission is free.
The iconic I. M. Pei–designed building features seven galleries, educational spaces and an art lab as well as a coffee cafe and gift shop.
Phone 812-855-5445
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 12:00 – 17:00 Monday: Closed
Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art
You'll often find amazing art exhibits without the cost and crowds of the well-known large city museums and this museum is no exception as it's seldom crowded and admission is free.
The iconic I. M. Pei–designed building features seven galleries, educational spaces and an art lab as well as a coffee cafe and gift shop.
Phone 812-855-5445
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 12:00 – 17:00 Monday: Closed
Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art
0.6 mi
15 min
17:1515 min
Sample Gates
Landmark
Open Details
No visit to Indiana State University would be complete without a stroll through the famous "Sample Gates".
Built in 1987, Edson Sample's signature gates mark the grand entrance to the University's "Old Crescent" and provide a perfect photo opportunity.
You'll pass through here as you leave the museum and walk back to your car.
Built in 1987, Edson Sample's signature gates mark the grand entrance to the University's "Old Crescent" and provide a perfect photo opportunity.
You'll pass through here as you leave the museum and walk back to your car.
52.7 mi
1 hr 10 min
18:455 min
Electrify America Charging Station
Open Details
You can charge your car here.
Type: CCS 3 stations, 6 plugs Power: 150-350 KW
Type: CCS 3 stations, 6 plugs Power: 150-350 KW
0.3 mi
5 min
18:551 hr 30 min
Monical's Pizza of Sycamore Terrace
Restaurant
Open Details
Just a short walk from the electric car charging station is Monical's Pizza. You can be sure of a delicious dinner here this evening with your choice of 13 pizzas, four pastas and numerous sandwiches or salads.
There's something to please everyone here and with great service and plenty of TV's to watch, you'll have an enjoyable dinner while your car is charging. Phone 812-877-2959
Opening Hours Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00 Friday and Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Monicals Pizza
There's something to please everyone here and with great service and plenty of TV's to watch, you'll have an enjoyable dinner while your car is charging. Phone 812-877-2959
Opening Hours Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00 Friday and Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Monicals Pizza
0.7 mi
5 min
21:0010 hrsHotels
Home2 Suites By Hilton Terre Haute
8.6
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With free parking, a fitness centre, jacuzzi, and an indoor, heated saltwater swimming pool you'll have a great night at Home2Suites.