Activities for Big Kids in Indianapolis
73 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Indianapolis. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, Inc., Circle City Tours, Create Art Studio. 50 listings work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
How to use this big kids list
Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 73 indexable picks for this page in Indianapolis, IN, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.
Quick fit
32 for infants, 54 for toddlers, 69 for little kids, 73 for big kids.
Weather and access
50 rainy-day backups.
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Top Picks
Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, Inc.
5 starsKids love creating their own art in workshops and seeing works by African and African American artists that celebrate beauty, culture, and heritage.
Circle City Tours
5 starsKids love seeing Indianapolis from a new perspective and hearing fascinating stories about the city's history and landmarks.
Create Art Studio
5 starsCreate Art Studio makes every child feel like a real artist in a fun, encouraging space designed just for them.
Indianapolis Zoo Skyline
5 starsKids love getting up close to dolphins, orangutans, rhinos, and hundreds of other animals in beautifully designed habitats.
Frank's Paddlesports Livery
5 starsKids love paddling along the White River through Indianapolis, a unique water perspective on the city that feels like a genuine outdoor adventure righ
Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, Inc.
Ages: Toddlers to teens (2-17)
Circle City Tours
Ages: Little kids to teens (6-17)
Create Art Studio
Ages: 3, 12
Indianapolis Zoo Skyline
Ages: All ages
Frank's Paddlesports Livery
Ages: 8, 17
The Whispering Shelf
Ages: 3-16
Goodies and Giggles Toy Store
Ages: 0, 10
Cultural Arts Gallery
Ages: All ages
Happy Hen Toys
Ages: 0-10
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Track Tours
Ages: Little kids to teens (5-17)
4 Kids Books & Toys
Ages: 0, 10
Growing Places Indy
Ages: Toddlers to teens (2-17)
Dig Dig for Kids
Ages: 2, 10
Faraday Toys
Ages: 3-12
Oldfields-Lilly House & Gardens
Ages: All ages
Arts for Lawrence
Ages: 4, 16
The Toy Pit
Ages: 6, 16
eXplore Brown County
Ages: 8, 17
Holliday Park
Ages: 0, 13
Mind Tripping Show
Ages: Little kids to teens (6-17)
Coxhall Gardens
Ages: All ages
Westermeier Commons Playground
Ages: 2, 10
Holliday Park Nature Center
Ages: 3, 13
Harrison Center
Ages: 6, 17
Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park
Ages: All ages
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail
Ages: All ages
Kids Ink Children's Bookstores
Ages: 0, 12
Hot Spot Collectibles and Toys LLC
Ages: 6, 17
Indy Arts Council
Ages: 6, 17
St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion
Ages: 3, 14
Strawtown Koteewi Park
Ages: 6, 17
Historic Potter's Covered Bridge
Ages: All ages
Its A Block Party
Ages: 2, 10
Old World Gondoliers
Ages: All ages
ArtMix
Ages: 3, 11
Lawrence W. Inlow Park
Ages: 0, 12
Newfields
Ages: All ages
Tab Recreation
Ages: 3, 17
$$Mama Carolla's
Ages: All ages
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Ages: 0, 17
$$His Place Eatery - Chicken & Waffles, Ribs & Soul Food (86th & Ditch Rd)
Ages: All ages
Parkside Public House
Ages: All ages
Eagle Creek Park
Ages: 0, 17
Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages: 1, 12
Eagle Creek Earth Discovery
Ages: 3, 13
Indianapolis Zoo Bicentennial Pavilion
Ages: All ages
White River Gardens
Ages: All ages
Indianapolis Ghosts: Ghost Tours and Haunted Pub Crawls
Ages: Big kids to teens (9-17)
Indiana Statehouse
Ages: Little kids to teens (6-17)
Indianapolis Artsgarden
Ages: All ages
$$Shin Dig
Ages: 6, 16
Garcia's Gardens
Ages: Infants to big kids (0-10)
$$Cafe Patachou
Ages: All ages
Conner Prairie
Ages: 3, 12
Indianapolis Art Center
Ages: 4, 14
Visit Indy
Ages: All ages
Combat Ops Entertainment-Indy
Ages: 8, 17
Morgan's Outdoor Adventures
Ages: 6, 17
Frank & Judy O'Bannon Soccer Park
Ages: 5, 16
Indianapolis Zoo
Ages: All ages
Half Price Books
Ages: 2-18
Morse Park & Beach
Ages: All ages
Indianapolis Zoo Gift Shop
Ages: 2-12
$$Good Morning Mama's
Ages: All ages
Dan Wakefield Park
Ages: 2, 10
Rascal's Fun Zone
Ages: 5, 16
React
Ages: 7, 17
Bel-Aire Park
Ages: 2, 10
Adrenaline Family Adventure Park
Ages: 5, 17
Garfield Park Sunken Garden
Ages: All ages
Grassy Creek Regional Park
Ages: 2, 13
Christian Park
Ages: 2, 16
Wildwood Park
Ages: 2, 12
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Indianapolis?
- Indianapolis has 73 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, Inc., Circle City Tours, Create Art Studio, Indianapolis Zoo Skyline, Frank's Paddlesports Livery.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Indianapolis?
- 50 indoor or rainy-day activities in Indianapolis are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, Inc., Create Art Studio, Indianapolis Zoo Skyline.
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