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Tours & Experiences in Madison IN
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Indianapolis Mobile Pub Tour and Experience
Experience Indy as a local!
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Indianapolis with our Dutch build pedal-powered pub tour, an adventure like no other!
The first 20 minutes of your Experience starts at The Hangar where you will have the option to snag craft cocktails and local beers to-go, sign waivers, etc. From there, you'll takeoff on a 1-hour and 40-minute excursion through Indy, truly experiencing Indy like a local.
We will take you off the beaten path. These are the spots that tourists rarely discover, offering an insider's look into the soul of the city.
Whether you’re a local looking for a new way to experience Indy or a traveler eager to see the city through a new lens, our mobile bar tour promises an exhilarating blend of laughter, camaraderie, and urban exploration.
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Downtown Madison E-Bike Guided Tour
Explore the heart of Madison on eBike! Whether you’re visiting Madison for the first time or are a local, our tour has something to offer everyone. Led by experienced guides, this tour takes you through the city's vibrant neighborhoods, past iconic landmarks, and along the beautiful shores of three of Madison's lakes.
Our guides provide recommendations for places to visit, eat, and drink so you can make the most of your visit to the capital city.
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Flying Dress Photo Shoot in Madison WI
You are cordially invited to the most memorable experience of your life…
You may not know this but, the most exciting thing that has happened to photography since well…photography, is happening right here in Madison!
It’s your turn to indulge in a once-in a-lifetime photoshoot creating images you will cherish forever. Slip on the dress and transform into someone you have never experienced before.
You are the Emotion…You are the Intrigue…You are the Moment
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Top Shelf 14-Passenger Winery Tour
We have excellent reviews! We know to treat people like we'd like to be treated. We are
also very flexible.
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Top Shelf 14-Passenger Brewery Tour
We have excellent reviews! We know to treat people like we'd like to be treated. We are also very flexible.
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Madison UW Campus Haunted Ghost Tour
Join American Ghost Walks for a tour around the UW campus in Madison. We let you in on the legends, history, ghost stories, and real paranormal experiences that have been reported on the University of Wisconsin campus, including around Library Mall and up and down Bascom Hill.
This is an outdoor walking tour, so please dress for the weather. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.
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Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Indianapolis
Unleash your creativity in Indianapolis with a hands-on Mosaic Lamp Workshop, perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike. Under expert guidance, craft your unique lamp using vibrant stained glass and decorative beads, immersing yourself in the rich history of Turkish mosaic artistry. The workshop lasts 1 to 2 hours, allowing you to design, glue, and embellish your lamp before enjoying Turkish tea and delights. This experience not only fosters creativity but also provides a fun atmosphere for friends, families, or team-building events.
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Craft Fine Italian Pizza in Indianapolis (Includes 4-Course Meal)
Join a small-group culinary workshop in Indianapolis and explore the authentic flavors of Italian pizza-making in this immersive Cozymeal class. With space for only 8 guests, you’ll learn hands-on techniques for dough and toppings while preparing a complete menu.
The menu you will prepare includes:
- Starter: Roasted peppers stuffed with sea scallops, pesto and Parmesan
- Main course 1: Ricotta and Fontina pizza with wild mushrooms and oregano
- Main course 2: Sicilian pizza with tomato sauce, eggplant, capers, olives and mozzarella
- Dessert: Tiramisù with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream
Your Italian chef will guide you through mixing, kneading and pairing toppings to bring authentic pizzas to life.
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1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience
Located just minutes from the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, we offer a thrilling arena where you can channel your inner warrior. With 20 axe lanes equipped with high-tech scoring systems, you'll receive expert guidance from seasoned coaches who ensure safety and technique as you learn to throw axes like a pro. Gather your friends or colleagues for unforgettable team-building events, birthday parties, or a fun night out. Enjoy a room for up to 16, and delight in a variety of games and refreshments available on site. Unleash your competitive spirit and forge unforgettable memories at this unique axe-throwing venue.
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Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Madison by 3Quest Challenge
Explore Madison with 3Quest Challenge! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Madison.
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Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Indianapolis
⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025
We're not just photographers, we're storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip.
In Indianapolis, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You'll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here.
We're proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.
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Drop In for 1 Class
Drop in to Still your mind, Rejuvenate your body, and Cultivate your soul.
If you've done hot yoga elsewhere, you will feel the positive difference practicing with us. If you've never done hot yoga, no worries. Join us for a Hatha class that we have designed to be uniquely tuned to working adults in America.
Still unsure? Schedule a private session with Sky. She will guide you through the postures of our sequence, assist you with modifications to the postures, to help you find the best possible experience.
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2 Hour Axe Throwing Experience
Feel the rush of Axe Throwing in Indianapolis! Test your new targets with games like tic‑tac‑toe, bowling, alien invasion, and more. and more joy. A League‑certified coach shows safety and perfect form, then invites you to join a league. Axe‑throwing is the thrill you never knew you needed!
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Madison to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - Departure Private Transfer
Book your Private Departure Transfer from Madison hotel or any address to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN).
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• We track your Flight
• Door-to-door Service
• No Hidden Charges
• Clean cars & Professional drivers
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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Madison by Crazy Dash
With Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to explore Madison in this exciting scavenger hunt! Use an app to find things around the city in any order you want, take photos, and collect points. At the end, take a look at the rankings to see your score compared to others across the country. All scavenger hunts have a live remote host that will help via chat. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come join us in Madison today!
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Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum Admission Ticket
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum- where the world's finest cars of yesterday live today! Over 120 classic, antique, vintage and special interest cars are displayed with other automotive related exhibits on three floors. The museum is located in the original 1930's national headquarters of the legendary Auburn Automobile Company and is a National Historic Landmark. The museum is open from 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Visit the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, a place where automotive history comes to life! Shop the Museum Store Online Today!
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Indy Walking Tours
Indy Walking Tours is a guided 90 minute comprehensive walking tour through the city streets of Indianapolis.
Our easy stroll through the city streets of Indianapolis will cover the:
Indiana War Memorial Historic District, Mass Ave, the Wholesale District, City Market, the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument just to name a few.
In addition to learning about the rich history of Indianapolis, you'll also hear a story of local true crime, funny anecdotes, little known folklore, the inspirations and meanings behind historical statues, architecture and monuments, and more.
Be sure to wear comfy walking shoes as our walk will cover 1.5 miles with a short break midway.
This is the most comprehensive and interesting tour in Indy and a fun activity for all ages.
If you are planning for a large group or just looking for more booking options please contact us.
Min requirement of 4 people for all tours. If 4 people are not booked within 24 hours of your tour, you will receive a refund.
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The Original Madison Ghost Walk - Capitol Square
Madison's original ghost tour. This haunted history walking tour of Madison’s historic Capitol Square will give you a unique perspective on the history of the city. Your guides are expert storytellers who will let you in on the ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal activity that are sprinkled throughout Madison’s past.
This is an outdoor walking tour, so please check the weather before coming and dress accordingly. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.
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Trolley Pub Public Tour
Check out the best Madison has to offer on this two-hour pedal powered pub crawl. You'll stop by some of the hottest spots in Downtown Madison on our mobile bar on wheels. Tours are BYOB with our on-board cooler and you can play your own music.
The tour is the most fun way to experience the city and our trained guides help have a blast.
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Self-Guided Audio Tour Lake Superior North Shore
Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Superior North Shore road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along Highway 61, all based on your location.
You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of Minnesota's most photographed lighthouses, a historic mansion that's also the site of a famous murder mystery, and an iconic 932-foot-high scenic lookout over Lake Superior.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you.
- Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
- Travel at your own pace
- Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
- Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
- Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates
- Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
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Japanese Street Food Class in Beech Grove
Learn to make these Japanese Homestyle meals. Full of 'Umami" flavor and not too hard to make. You will receive recipes and know where to get your products to replicate a home.
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Skip the line to RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum
A Hall of Fame, museum, and library representing the RV and Manufactured housing industries. This facility is truly the only one in the world. Located within a 50 mile radius of where over 80 percent of the RV's in North America are manufactured.
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Outdoor Escape Room in Indianapolis - Mile Square in Downtown
An immersive clue-solving adventure around Mile Square in downtown Indianapolis. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget!
Reschedule anytime with no fees.
It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more!
Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like!
PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.
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Skip the Line: Admission Ticket
Elkhart, Indiana is the RV capital of the world and the Hall of Fame Museum is the only one of its kind in the world with the most extensive collection of antique RV's dating back to 1913. Special highlights from the RV Founders Hall include the personal units of celebrities such as Mae West and Charles Lindberg and the "Road Back into Time" where you can follow along with the history of the RV industry.
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Wisconsin's Madtown: A Madison Self-Guided Walking Tour
Travel between two lake-side terraces and enjoy some of Wisconsin's best cultural sites along the way with this self-guided and self-paced walking tour!
• Visit some of Madison historically rich architectural gems such as the State Capitol, Der Rathskaller, Bascomb Hill, Memorial Union and much more
• Hear from producer Frank Burge, an award-winning writer, essayist and midwestern local
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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Fountain Square Food Tour
Fountain Square served as the southside's primary commercial corridor since the 1860's. Its laid back atmosphere, beautifully designed buildings and accessibility made it a popular neighborhood for decades. In the early 20th century, the neighborhood had more theaters than any part of Indianapolis, and became an important cultural destination.
Fountain Square has recently seen a rapid transformation to a neighborhood with unique restaurants, and trendy art galleries located in renovated buildings. The Fountain Square Food Tour will give you an in-depth look at the area and its surroundings; from humble beginnings to grandeur, rapid decline to resurgence. We will enjoy food from long standing institutions, and hip new destinations.
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Smartphone Guided Indianapolis Downtown Sites Audio Walking Tour
Walk through the soul of the city and discover it’s iconic landmarks of Indianapolis. Go at your own pace, anytime. See the state house, soldiers and sailor monument, Indiana War Memorial & Museum, university park, Obelisk Square, war memorials, churches, statues, fountains, libraries and so much more. You’ll see that and hear the stories of the people that made the this city.
Why choose this tour?
Great price for a great experience!
See the sites at your own pace. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Stop anytime. Continue anytime.
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Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Indianapolis by Wacky Walks
Use an app to explore Indianapolis in this fun royal scavenger hunt! In Wacky Walks, you will compete in royal tournaments to determine a King or Queen throughout the game. The King/Queen will lead the team in finding items around the city and doing challenges for points. Take a photo of the item or completing the challenges through the app. The goal of the game is to keep your King/Queen title the longest and gain as many points as possible during your game. You can play for as long as you choose, in any area of the city you'd prefer. A remote host will be chatting with you throughout the game if you need help. Come play Wacky Walks in Indianapolis today!
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Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Ready to uncover Madison’s spookiest secrets? Join us for a thrilling and fun walking ghost tour through the city’s most haunted historic spots! Led by expert local guides—Madison’s official haunted history gurus—you’ll hear real, chilling tales of the city’s dark past and the spirits that still roam today.
Explore iconic sites and hidden gems on Madison’s #1 guided ghost tours and haunted pub crawls. Experience spine-tingling stories nightly, revealing centuries of wicked history and visits to haunted buildings and bars. Wander haunted streets after dark and discover local legends, from infamous witch trials to scandalous tragedies.
Learn why Madison is one of America’s most haunted cities as you stroll through its historic district. Tours cover about a mile of ghostly ground, showcasing authentic tales and deep connections to the eerie past. Get ready for a hair-raising adventure on this captivating journey through Madison’s haunted history!
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Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Discover Indianapolis’s most spine-chilling secrets on the city’s #1 Ghost Tour—an authentic, thrilling, and hauntingly fun experience! Join us for a bone-chilling walk through the most haunted and historic spots in Indianapolis. Led by expert local guides—Indianapolis’s official haunted history experts—you’ll hear real, hair-raising tales of the city’s dark past and lingering spirits.
Offered nightly year-round, our tours uncover centuries of wicked history as we visit Indianapolis’s most haunted buildings and bars. Hear captivating ghost stories, from infamous witch trials to tragic murders. Wander the haunted streets after dark as our guides bring eerie tales to life at iconic sites like the Indiana Repertory Theatre, the Indiana State Capitol, and Monument Circle.
Each step reveals hidden history and authentic hauntings. Though we won’t enter buildings, you'll stand on haunted ground, feeling the energy of Indianapolis’s spooky past beneath your feet!
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When to Visit Madison IN
Cruise season patterns based on scheduled ship visits and passenger volumes
Summer Season
Jun – Aug
3,300 estimated passengers across 19 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Autumn Season
Sep – Nov
2,100 estimated passengers across 12 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Cruise Lines Visiting Madison IN
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