Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Opened in 1909 and nicknamed "The Brickyard," this venue has the largest seating capacity of any sports facility in the world and hosts the Indianapolis 500 every May.
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, nicknamed "The Brickyard," opened in 1909. Its oval track is about 4 kilometers per lap, with permanent seating for more than 250,000, making it the world's largest sports facility by capacity. It is also a U.S. National Historic Landmark. The Indianapolis 500, held on the Memorial Day weekend, is the single-day sporting event with the largest global audience. Practice runs and celebrations take place throughout May before the race. On non-race days, you can join the in-track bus tour, riding one lap around the circuit, and pose for photos at the finish line's "Yard of Bricks," where you can kiss a brick. VIP tours take you into the pit area and onto the victory podium. Check the official website for ticket and tour details, and buy race-day tickets several months in advance. The track is in the town of Speedway, about 8 kilometers northwest of downtown, so driving or taking a taxi is recommended.
Opening hours
Tours about 09:00–17:00 (check website)
Nearby sights
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
- Newfields (Indianapolis Museum of Art)
- Indianapolis Zoo & White River Gardens
- Crown Hill Cemetery
- NCAA Hall of Champions
- Indiana State Museum
- Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library
- White River State Park