Evansville Indiana Attractions Guide

Your Evansville Indiana Travel Guide for Fun Things-to-Do!

Evansville, Indiana, with its great central location in the Ohio River Valley, is a great place to hold a business convention or to visit and enjoy their many attractions. It is located in Southeast Indiana on US Hwy 41, on the edge of the Ohio River. The Evansville Plaza Hotel & Suites is located in the north part of Evansville on Hwy 41 near the Evansville Regional Airport.

Many come to Evansville to enjoy the attractions offered here, including college or minor league sports, museums, concerts, and plays. There is a state nature preserve located here and also a native American historical site. Other things to do in Evansville include golf, shopping, & dining.

Evansville Sports Venues

Sports enthusiasts will be happy to learn that Evansville is home to two universities and that means lots of college sporting events to enjoy. They are also home to two minor league professional sports teams, so there are numerous opportunities to catch a good game or other sports competition.

Evansville Outdoors: Water Sports, Golf, Parks, Trails and Fun!

Evansville offers outdoor fun for everyone. There are several parks, including the 200-acre Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, which is a great place to take relaxing nature walks. There are also many nearby golf courses set in lovely surroundings complete with rolling hills, lakes, creeks, and wildlife.

Evansville Arts & Culture

Evansville Indiana has several local venues for performances in music, live theatre, dance, and other performing arts. There is a theatre which has been renovated in the elegant 1920's style, and a popular outdoor amphitheatre, in addition to several other locations.

Evansville Museums and Historical Attractions

Evansville is home to several museums & historic sites that represent the cultures of the many people who have helped Evansville become what it is today. There is a native American historic site that dates back to 1100 A.D., and museums that feature exhibits from different cultures, including French and African-American. There is also a children's museum and a museum which is actually an old ship used in World War II.

Enjoy Evansville Shopping

If you like to shop, Evansville offers many satisfying options, including three good shopping centers located a short drive from the Evansville Plaza Hotel & Suites. One of the most popular is Eastland Mall, a beautiful two-level mall with over 130 stores and a big food court.

Annual Evansville Cultural Events & Fairs

In addition to the many attractions in the Evansville area, there are several festivals, concerts, and exhibits held annually One of the biggest is the Evansville Freedom Festival, a fourth of July celebration culminating in a fireworks display over the river. Another big event is the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, which has been compared in size to the Mardi Gras in New Orleans. There are many other events throughout the year in the Evansville area, most with music, food, arts & crafts, and more.

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