Massachusetts Avenue, or Mass Ave., was one of Indianapolis original commercial corridors. The route bringing merchants and travelers into the city intersected two of the city’s most historic neighborhoods, Chatham Arch and Lockerbie. This tour provides a cultural and culinary exploration of one of the most historic and noteworthy areas in the city. Enjoy specially created dishes at a variety of establishments that tell the story of the neighborhood, from its humble, working class roots, to its current role as one of the hottest parts of the city featuring shopping, arts, restaurants and nightlife. Your food tour may include authentic German cuisine, the city’s official sandwich, high-end midwestern inspired dishes, a sampling of local beers, original look at hand made meatballs and hand made chocolates. Historical highlights may include James Whitcomb Riley home, Murat Theatre, Real Silk Lofts Stouts (nation’s oldest shoe store) and The Athenaeum (home of the Rathskeller, the oldest and longest running restaurant in Indianapolis. Price includes gully guided historical walking tour, all restaurant gratuities. tour guide gratutiy and water. Restaurant and menus may be subject to change. This is a walking tour. Price does not include transportation to Masschusetts Ave.
