Terra Haute - Indiana - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Terra Haute, French for high land, is the ninth largest city in Indiana and a perfect place to choose for your next vacation. It lies on a plateau along the Wabash River and dates back to 1816. If you are driving to this town, I - 465 and I-70 will take you right into town. In addition, the nation's historic road, US Highway 40 runs right through the heart of town. It is only a few miles from Indianapolis airport and sports a wealth of hotels and restaurants for a comfortable stay.

For art lovers, this will be a dream vacation. Visit the Arts Information and Sales Gallery to see art exhibitions by local artists. The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Art Gallery hosts the work of local and out of state artists as well as that of the students of this school. The University Art Gallery features an outstanding schedule of exhibitions throughout the year of modern and contemporary art.

There are many cultural activities taking place in this town at various times of the year. Hear the sweet voices of the Terra Haute Children's Choir, listen to the musical strains of the Terra Haute Symphony Orchestra or attend a concert by the Sweet Harmony Women's Barbershop Chorus. The Community Theater of Terra Haute is the second oldest non-professional theater in the state and features film series as well as live performances.

Take a tour of the downtown, which is home to the Swoop Art Museum and the Children's Museum. Enjoy the baking and racing memorabilia of the Clabber Girl Museum and Bake Shop and rest for a while in Deming Park. The Flame of the Millennium is a beautiful sculpture at the entrance to the Rose Hulman Institute of technology and is a photo opportunity for just about all tourists. Terra Haute is the site of the summer training for the Indianapolis Colts, so you might just get an autograph from your favorite player.

This city is a shopper's dream come true with the numerous shopping centers. You can buy just about anything your heart desires in this city. It will leave you with lasting memories and if they do start to fade, you can always come back and make some more.