What's the surrounding area like?

Bankers Life Fieldhouse is located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. It is a very safe area and there are a lot of bars, eateries and shopping malls all within easy reach of the arena. You will also find several hotels near Bankers Life Fieldhouse within walking distance.

How can I spend a day in Indianapolis before heading to the concert?

America's 12th largest city has a lot to offer before and after a concert or game. Whether you're into fast cars, high culture or shopping, there's plenty to do. Here are a few places to check out:

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

If you just happen to be in Indianapolis on Memorial weekend, then why not try to get a ticket for the Indy 500? The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the largest capacity sports venue in the entire world. It is also home to the NASCAR Brickyard 400. Of course, tickets are not easy to come by so you need to get in there well in advance. Otherwise check out the Hall of Fame Museum. You can also grab a guided tour around the track on non-race days or take a tour of the grounds.

Indianapolis Museum of Art

The Indianapolis Museum of Art is one of the largest and oldest museums in the United States. It contains over 54,000 works from over 5,000 years of history spanning four continents. Admission is normally $18 for adults but if you head there on the first Thursday of the month between 4pm & 9pm you can get in for free. Access to the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, the cafe, and the museum store is free.

Circle Centre

If shopping is your thing, head down to the Circle Centre where you will find over 100 retailers including the anchor store Carson Pirie Scott. You can relax at one of the mall's eight restaurants or catch a movie at the United Artist Theater.

Where are the best places to eat and drink near Bankers Life Fieldhouse?

St Elmo's Steak House

St Elmo's is a couple of blocks from the Bankers Life Fieldhouse and it has some of the best steaks you could hope to find in the city. Try out the World Famous St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail with lots of fiery sauce. If you're going to a Pacers game, they do a pre-game special menu with filet mignon ($40), grilled salmon or amish chicken (both $30) if you show your ticket.

Scotty's Brewhouse

Comfort food is the order of the day at Scotty's Brewhouse. This is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat, have a few beers and to catch up on your favorite sports before heading to the big game. Besides, the opportunity to build your own burger should never be passed up.

Eagle's Nest Restaurant

The Eagle's nest offers a 360° view of the Indianapolis downtown skyline and makes an ideal location for a romantic dinner for two. The restaurant is situated on the rooftop of the Hyatt Regency Hotel and, if the views weren't enough, the restaurant revolves too!

Is there anything else I should know?

One great thing to know about the city is that you can get around a lot of downtown using the skywalks so you don't have to step outside if it's a bitter winter's day. You can walk from the Circle Centre Mall to your central hotel and even to the Lucas Oil Stadium without setting foot on the sidewalk.

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What's the best way to get to the Bankers Life Fieldhouse?

Bankers Life Fieldhouse is in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

The arena is easily accessible from interstates 75, 60 & 465 for those arriving by car.

If you are driving, you should know that Indianapolis has a series of one-way streets, which you will need to negotiate getting into and out of the arena.

The Indianapolis Amtrak station is also just a 7 minute walk from the arena.

There is no metro system within Indianapolis so you will need to drive, take a bus or a taxi.

How much are drinks/food in the Bankers Life Fieldhouse?

A beer will set you back around $8 and be warned that the concessions stands stop serving alcohol pretty early on for both concerts and game nights. A bottle of water generally costs around $4. A burger is priced at around $7 and sodas cost about $5.

Does the venue have WiFi?

Yes, there is free public WiFi at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

Is there any parking?

There is ample parking around the arena in downtown Indianapolis. There are many parking lots located within walking distance but there are no official Fieldhouse operated parking lots.

How much does parking cost?

You can park within a couple of blocks of the arena for as little as $5. A few steps from the arena, parking in covered lots is available for around $10. You can even park at a meter for $1.75 per hour, which is only chargeable until 9pm.

What time do the doors normally open?

Doors generally open 90 minutes prior to game time. This is usually the case for special events too.

Any other important information I should know?

Don't try to take any expensive camera equipment or accessories such as selfie sticks and tripods as you are likely to be turned away. This is true for game nights as well as concerts and special events.