Bloomington is located 50 miles south of Indianapolis in the state of Indiana. One of the top places to visit in Bloomington is the Indiana University and its museums. You can take a tour of the campus, view art at the Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University or listen to a concert at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Other excellent museums around the city include the WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology, as well as the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center. Guests at Bloomington hotels can also take a look at the stars at the Kirkwood Observatory or explore local heritage at the Wylie House Museum.
Looking for things to do in Bloomington outdoors? Go boating, water-skiing, and kayaking on Monroe Lake in the Fairfax State Recreation Area. Plus, enjoy hiking, camping, and trekking at the Hoosier National Forest and the McCormick’s Creek State Park. On the weekends, shop at the Bloomington Farmers' Market for delicious local produce. Sports lovers can catch a game at the Assembly Hall. In the evening, head downtown for top dining and entertainment. Don’t miss a show at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater and lookout for the university calendar of events.
