Podcast Tour Indianapolis: The House That Peyton Built

1 hour 37 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

Explore how Indianapolis pulled off one of the boldest civic gambles in American history. Walk from the concrete plaza where city leaders tested their amateur sports strategy to the vanished footprint of the air-pressurized RCA Dome. Trace game-day energy down Georgia Street, step inside the century-old dining room of St. Elmo Steak House, and stand before the brick cathedral of Lucas Oil Stadium. Uncover how Peyton Manning transformed a basketball heartland into an NFL powerhouse while examining the public costs behind the myth.

- A 2.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 97 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's Included

Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Begin your self-guided tour at this address. Open the app here and start when you are ready.

End point

The self-guided tour ends at this address. You can continue exploring the area independently afterward.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 37 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The foundational site of the municipal sports strategy that prepared Indianapolis for major league competition.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The site of the Hoosier Dome, the air-supported arena where Peyton Manning engineered his legendary offense.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The pedestrian-first urban promenade engineered to host millions during Super Bowl XLVI and game-day celebrations.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    An Indianapolis culinary institution since 1902, famed for its fiery shrimp cocktail and private Manning rituals.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The massive retractable-roof venue funded largely by taxpayers that replaced the intimate Hoosier Dome.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The nine-foot bronze monument immortalizing Manning's pre-snap command at the gateway to downtown.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Red Thread

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Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
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Historical Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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