{"id":27581,"date":"2014-03-14T06:38:03","date_gmt":"2014-03-14T13:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=27581"},"modified":"2014-03-14T06:38:03","modified_gmt":"2014-03-14T13:38:03","slug":"move-to-indianapolis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/move-to-indianapolis\/","title":{"rendered":"31 Things You Need To Know About Indianapolis Before You Move There"},"content":{"rendered":"

1. We Have One Of Those Circles That People Drive Fast On<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user The359<\/div>\n

I\u2019m pretty sure when everyone in the world hears the word “Indianapolis<\/a>” their brain automatically fills in \u201cMotor Speedway\u201d after it. We love the I.M.S. and we’re proud of hosting “The Greatest Spectacle In Racing.” But to be honest\u2026<\/p>\n

2. Most Of Us Aren’t Racing Fans<\/h2>\n

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For the racing fans that might read this I said \u201cmost of us.\u201d I don\u2019t want any Jeff Gordon fans trying to gun me down. Events surrounding the races (mainly The 500) can be fun, but enjoying those events and tailgating at the track doesn\u2019t make you a racing fan. It\u2019s not that we\u2019re ashamed of the racing heritage. But in my experience, most of us from Indy don\u2019t care all that much. Hey look! They\u2019re turning left! Wait a sec\u2026 they\u2019re turning left again!<\/p>\n

3. We\u2019d Rather Watch Our Beloved Colts<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user AlbertHerring<\/div>\n

This used to be a basketball city, but the Manning machine turned it into a pigskin worshipping epicenter. You should go to a game at least once. The fans are way nicer than any other football teams, and Lucas Oil Stadium is great. If you can\u2019t score a ticket then go to the >Indianapolis Colts Grille right downtown.<\/p>\n

4. Hope You Like Craft Beer<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Adam Lehman<\/div>\n

There are so many players in this game right now. Sun King, Flat 12, Fountain Square, Triton, Bier, Three Wise Men, just to name a few all make wonderful brews. Who would’ve thought one of America\u2019s most obese cities would drink so much beer?<\/p>\n

5. Reggie Miller Can Convince You To Move Here In Nine Seconds<\/h2>\n

This is the greatest moment for one of Indianapolis\u2019s greatest players. If you don\u2019t know what I\u2019m talking about, you should watch this video so you don\u2019t embarrass yourself when you\u2019re at a party and people are trying to prove they have been Pacers fans their whole life. We\u2019ll always love Reggie, and chanting the name Reggie at sporting events. You think it’s a coincidence this list has 31 points?<\/p>\n

6. Be A Kid Again At (Or Just Take Your Kids To) The Children’s Museum<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Clark Maxwell<\/div>\n

I spent so much time there as a kid I primarily tell time via loop de loop water towers. How old can I be and it not be weird that I\u2019m pretending to be a dinosaur excavator?<\/p>\n

7. You\u2019ll Be Inspired At The Indianapolis Museum of Art<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Serge Melki<\/div>\n

You\u2019ll just start saying IMA for short after you move here. Free admission year round, Summer Nights outdoor movie screenings, world renowned art exhibits, and the gardens make this place a great quick stop or full day. You can probably score a date with anyone if you tell them you\u2019re going to the IMA.<\/p>\n

8. This Lady Is Not A Crossing Guard!<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user puroticorico<\/div>\n

Because art.<\/p>\n

9. You Need To Be A Die Hard Fake Fan Of The Indians<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user peterrieke<\/div>\n

Victory Field is a \u201cmust do\u201d event during the summer, especially on firework nights. This is one of the best AAA baseball stadiums in the country. You\u2019ll have a great time grabbing a Sun King, (sort of) paying attention to the ball game, having a great view of the city, and probably heckling outfielders if you sit in the lawn. Not that we condone such behavior.<\/p>\n

10. Scotty\u2019s Brewhouse Is Our Best Friend<\/h2>\n

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Source: Scottys Brewhouse<\/div>\n

Brewhouse is Scotty\u2019s last name, right? This restaurant was originally launched by Scott Wise in Muncie<\/a>, but it\u2019s taking over the whole state. There are currently three in the Indy metro area. Those of us that are of the connected generation appreciate Scotty for his social media savvy. Oh, and the Mofo Mustard sauce.<\/p>\n

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11. Where We\u2019re Going, We Don\u2019t Need Roads<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user konomike<\/div>\n

Since the winters are nearly unbearable and because of developments in the downtown convention center area, you can get around without stepping outside via the skywalk system. Hop around between Lucas Oil Stadium, The Convention Center, Circle Center Mall and more, and laugh at the peasants on the sidewalk.<\/p>\n

12. You Can Find A Job Here<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user Victorgrigas<\/div>\n

CareerBliss named us as the ninth best city to find a job, and Forbes lists us at No. 24 for Best Places for Businesses and Careers. It\u2019s becoming known as the \u201cSilicon Valley of the Midwest.\u201d At least that\u2019s what people from Indy are saying. No bias though right?<\/p>\n

13. All Other Fancy Restaurants Pale In Comparison To St. Elmo<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Intiaz Rahim<\/div>\n

This is easily the most upscale place in the whole city. If you feel like eating the best steak the state has to offer, their famous shrimp cocktail, and dining with the stars (Colts players), then you might want to save a year\u2019s worth of cash.<\/p>\n

14. Unigov Might Confuse You A Little Bit<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user Massimo Catarinella<\/div>\n

In 1970, the city and county government consolidated into one. When you\u2019re looking at numbers you\u2019re seeing statistics for all of Marion County, technically making it the 13th largest city on paper. It\u2019s not exactly comparing apples to apples though. It\u2019s the 29th largest metro area just behind Columbus, OH. Just a heads up for if you\u2019re moving here expecting densely populated neighborhoods. You\u2019ll need a car for sure. Good thing it\u2019s\u2026<\/p>\n

15. Easier To Get Around Than\u2026 Someplace That\u2019s Not Easy To Get Around<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Serge Melki<\/div>\n

Thanks to 465, it doesn\u2019t take long to get anywhere, and the city sprawls because of the interstate system. One might argue that it\u2019s easy to find parking because well\u2026 there usually aren\u2019t many people trying to find parking. But it\u2019s easy! And for those living closer to downtown, biking is a breeze because\u2026<\/p>\n

16. The Cultural Trail Is Perfect<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Eric Fischer<\/div>\n

Because of the Cultural Trail, Indianapolis is on the map for being a trailblazer (ha!) of bold ideas like this. City officials from all over the world have been coming to see what we\u2019ve done. The trail is full of art, cheerful visitors (in the summer), bike paths, and connects to so many great places in town.<\/p>\n

17. Silver In The City Is Like A Hipster\u2019s Moving Truck Wrecked And Everything Spilled Out<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Mike<\/div>\n

For all the dainty, local made, hipster-esque materials to fill your apartment (or suburban house most likely) this place is awesome. I\u2019m a huge fan and every time I\u2019m on Mass Ave I spend at least 45 minutes in this store. When you\u2019re done buying bacon themed gifts you can cross the street and\u2026<\/p>\n

18. Be Amazed By The Culinary Wizardry Of Subzero Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt<\/h2>\n

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Source: Travis Sawrie<\/div>\n

I\u2019m gonna guess that freshly made ice cream and frozen yogurt via liquid nitrogen isn’t a normal occurrence where you\u2019re from. You\u2019ll feel like a kid being amazed at the workers doing their thing. I\u2019m no expert but this is seriously some of the best ice cream I\u2019ve had in Indy. They also have lactose free options. I still love it even though it’s a chain.<\/p>\n

19. You\u2019ll Be Spoiled With Live Music<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user Hailestorm<\/div>\n

The Rathskeller\u2019s beer garden and The Lawn in the summers, Radio Radio, Old National Center, The Vogue, Birdy\u2019s, Hoosier Dome (the new small venue), Melody Inn, and The Irving Theater will keep you entertained. If you\u2019re feeling brave you could go to The Emerson Theater at 10th and Emerson. I can\u2019t believe my parents were cool with letting me play and go there as a high schooler.<\/p>\n

20. If You\u2019re Gonna Play In Indiana, You Gotta Have A Pork Tenderloin In The Band<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user Glane23<\/div>\n

I actually didn\u2019t know this growing up because it was just a normal part of our food culture, but this is what we\u2019re known for in Indiana. The best kind of pork tenderloin is when the diameter of the pork is twice the size of the bun. Speaking of food…<\/p>\n

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21. It Doesn\u2019t Get Fresher Than The City Market<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikimedia user Greg Wagoner<\/div>\n

The historic City Market just keeps growing in popularity. You\u2019ll love checking out the vendors, wine and cheese shoppes, and retailers. On certain days of the week, there are 16 rotating taps of Indiana craft beers in the Tomlinson Tap Room. It\u2019s a one stop shop for fresh produce, baked goods, fish, and meat. And since I\u2019m already talking about my favorite food group…<\/p>\n

22. Goose The Market Is Like A Meat Museum<\/h2>\n

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Source: Travis Sawrie<\/div>\n

The kind of museum where you go and stuff your face with sandwiches meant to make you go OMGZ! These guys know what they\u2019re doing when it comes to preparing a sandwich with perfectly cured and cooked meats. You can find a treasure trove of craft beer and wine in the basement.<\/p>\n

23. You Can Pretend You\u2019re In A Fancier City On The Canal<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user Serge Melki<\/div>\n

This is easily my favorite part of the city to just take a stroll in. It\u2019s so clean and elegant, and makes me say things like \u201cclean and elegant.\u201d You\u2019ll come across European style bridges, modern designs, Segway tours, gondolas, the Indiana State Museum, and the NCAA Hall of Fame at the end of it.<\/p>\n

24. We Naptowners Actually Love The Skyline<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user MCC_Indianapolis<\/div>\n

We know it\u2019s not a massive skyline you can see from space, or one that strikes awe and wonder in everyone who sees it. But seeing the skyline reminds us of home, all the fun we have downtown, and it\u2019s a symbol of pride.<\/p>\n

25. You Need To At Least Pretend To Hate Tom Brady<\/h2>\n

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Source: http:\/\/www.quickmeme.com\/meme\/35o553<\/div>\n

Unless of course you\u2019re a girl that doesn’t care about football. If you\u2019re from Indiana and you\u2019re an out of the closet Patriots fan, then I have no words for you. You\u2019re excused if you\u2019re from Boston, but make sure to let people know you\u2019re from there or else you might get deported by Robert Mathis himself.<\/p>\n

26. Most People Are Indoctrinated Into Being A Purdue, Notre Dame, Butler, Or I.U. Fan<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user David Bergin<\/div>\n

If you went to one of these schools, you have every right to be a die-hard fan. Please keep the double sided I.U. Basketball and Notre Dame Football fanboy-ing to a minimum. Just about everyone supports the Butler Bulldogs even if you’re a die hard fan of one of the other teams, because their our only real hometown team in Indy. Here at Movoto Real Estate<\/a>, we\u2019re a little partial to Purdue with our founder being a Boilermaker and us having an office near campus. Go Boilers!<\/p>\n

27. The Pacers Are On Fire<\/h2>\n

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It took a while for the team to rebuild after our best friend Ron Artest aka \u201cMetta World Peace\u201d ruined everything. Paul George is the whole state\u2019s current man crush. During the lull hardly anyone would go to games, but so far this season there have been 20 sellout crowds.<\/p>\n

28. Our Neighborhoods Are Making A Name For Themselves<\/h2>\n

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Source: Wikipedia user Nyttend<\/div>\n

Having distinct neighborhoods is something Indy has lacked historically. However, recent cultural upswings are looking great for distinct areas like Broadripple, Fountain Square, and Irvington.<\/p>\n

29. \u201cDevour Downtown\u201d Does Not Mean You Eat The Buildings<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr user susi.bsu<\/div>\n

Instead of letting everyone slip into a deep seasonal depression in winter, Devour Downtown gives the people of Indy a reason to venture away from their homes. For about two weeks, you get to sample Indianapolis\u2019s best eats for a major discount. This is the only opportunity I really get to eat at famous St. Elmo\u2019s.<\/p>\n

30. You Won\u2019t Be Making Any Weekend Trips To Pawnee, IN<\/h2>\n

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Source: NBC<\/div>\n

Sorry to break it to \u201cParks and Recreation\u201d fans, but Pawnee is a completely fictional town. It\u2019s filmed in \u201cHollyweird\u201d, but my guess is you know about 10 different Ron Swanson type guys if you\u2019re from Indiana<\/a>.<\/p>\n

31. You\u2019ll Never Get Mad At The Guy Blogging About Indy<\/h2>\n

There are so many things to love and, if you\u2019re like me, you love this city with all of its ups and downs. There\u2019s far too much to mention in even 31 points, so let us know some things you love about Indy in the comments!
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