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Bloomington serves as the county seat of Monroe County and ranks as the seventh-most populous city in Indiana. The community is defined by its role as the home of Indiana University Bloomington, the flagship campus established in 1820 that enrolls over 45,000 students.
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Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art
Located in Eastern Heights, the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art is an attraction at Indiana University Bloomington. It opened in 1941 as the Indiana University Museum of Art under the direction of Henry Radford Hope.
The museum was originally established as the Indiana University Museum of Art in 1941.
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Best Hotels in Bloomington
26 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Comfort Inn Bloomington
Comfort Inn Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Courtyard Bloomington
Courtyard Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Bloomington
Fairfield Inn & Suites Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Graduate by Hilton Bloomington
Graduate by Hilton Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Hampton Inn Bloomington
Hampton Inn Bloomington offers comfortable lodging in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington is a hotel situated in the Eastern Heights area.
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Hyatt Place Bloomington
Hyatt Place Bloomington offers comfortable accommodations in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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POSH on Kirkwood
POSH on Kirkwood is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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SpringHill Suites Bloomington
SpringHill Suites Bloomington is a hotel located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Bloomington
107 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Amrit India
Amrit India serves Indian cuisine in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Anyetsang's Little Tibet Restaurant
Anyetsang's Little Tibet Restaurant serves Tibetan cuisine in the Eastern Heights.
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Avers Pizza (North)
Avers Pizza (North) offers pizza and American cuisine in Eastern Heights.
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Blooming Thai
Blooming Thai offers authentic Thai cuisine in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Juannita's Restaurant
Juannita's Restaurant serves meals in the Eastern Heights.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Bloomington
21 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Crumble Coffee and Bakery
Crumble Coffee and Bakery is a café in Eastern Heights that serves coffee shop and pastry fare.
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The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe
The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe serves freshly baked pastries and breads in the Eastern Heights.
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Crumble Coffee and Bakery
Crumble Coffee and Bakery is a coffee shop that also offers baked goods in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Hopscotch Coffee
Hopscotch Coffee is a café located in Eastern Heights that serves coffee.
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Needmore Coffee Roasters
Needmore Coffee Roasters is a café located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Soma Coffee House and Juice Bar
Soma Coffee House and Juice Bar offers a variety of coffee drinks in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Soma Coffeehouse And Juice Bar
Soma Coffeehouse And Juice Bar is a café located in Eastern Heights.
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The Inkwell
The Inkwell is a café located in Eastern Heights, offering a relaxed atmosphere for coffee lovers and casual meetings.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Bloomington
17 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Serendipity Martini Bar
Serendipity Martini Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere in Eastern Heights.
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Sleeper's Bar
Sleeper's Bar is a bar located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Friendly Beasts Cider Company
Friendly Beasts Cider Company is a bar located in Eastern Heights.
Best Things to Do in Bloomington
9 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Monroe Convention Center
The Monroe Convention Center is a large venue in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art
Located in Eastern Heights, the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art is an attraction at Indiana University Bloomington. It opened in 1941 as the Indiana University Museum of Art under the direction of Henry Radford Hope.
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WonderLab Museum
WonderLab Museum of Science, Health & Technology is an attraction located in Eastern Heights.
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Cascades Falls
Cascades Falls is an attraction located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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The Farmer House Museum
The Farmer House Museum is located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood. It offers visitors a glimpse into local history through its preserved architecture and exhibits.
Best Shops in Bloomington
46 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Bloomington Thrift Shop
Bloomington Thrift Shop is a retail location in the Eastern Heights neighborhood.
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Half Price Books Outlet
Half Price Books Outlet offers a wide selection of books at discounted prices in Eastern Heights.
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Indiana University Bookstore
The Indiana University Bookstore is a shop located in Eastern Heights.
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Morgenstern's Bookstore & Café
Morgenstern's Bookstore & Café offers a curated selection of books alongside light refreshments in the Eastern Heights.
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The Indiana Shop
The Indiana Shop offers a variety of goods in the Eastern Heights neighborhood. It serves as a convenient local retail spot for residents.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Bloomington
33 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Crestmont Park
Crestmont Park is a public park located at 1209 West 15th Street.
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Lower Cascades Park
Lower Cascades Park is located at 2851 North Old State Road 37. It provides open green space and recreational opportunities for visitors.
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Park Ridge East Park
Park Ridge East Park is located at 4421 East Morningside Drive.
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RCA Community Park
RCA Community Park offers a spacious green area for recreation and community events at 1400 West RCA Park Drive.
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Rev. Ernest D. Butler Park
Rev. Ernest D. Butler Park is located at 812 West 9th Street.
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