"Dog reads"

Voted one of America's most walkable cities by Sports Illustrated, Indianapolis, Indiana, ensures you don't have to be a Hoosier (or a Hoosier dog) to enjoy exploring on foot—or paws! Although this metropolis is known for speed with the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway at the heart of the city, it also boasts an astounding 207 park properties around town. Here are a few great places that welcome both you and your pal:

Aesop's Tables
Nestled in the heart of the Massachusetts Ave. cultural district is this fido-friendly Mediterranean café. Along with delicious dishes from Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Morocco, Turkey, and more, this restaurant also welcomes dogs on its European-style patio.

Broad Ripple Farmers Market
Market-friendly dogs are welcome to this Wednesday evening and Saturday morning gathering of local farmers and artisans. The Broad Ripple Farmers Market is part of the newly formed farmers market consortium in Indianapolis, and strives to provide the freshest locally grown seasonal produce. With a couple of dog-specific booths thrown in the mix, this is a great place to taste the local flavor with your pal; short leashes recommended.

Fountain Square
While there are many great places to walk around and hang out with your dog downtown, just southeast of downtown is a quirky and quaint square, perfect for soaking in some real Indianapolis culture. Fountain Square is packed full of vintage and antique shops, cafés and restaurants with outdoor seating for you and your dog, and a vibrant arts scene with dog-friendly concerts in the garden.

Broad Ripple Bark Park
Located just across the street from the Wednesday Broad Ripple Farmers Market, this off-leash dog park is a great spot to run around freely on those city paws. A Pooch Pass is required to enter, and can be obtained from the park office with a copy of your dog's shot records, a signed waiver and application, and a fee.

Mutt Strut 2012
The 9th annual Mutt Strut will be held on Saturday, April 28,2012, rain or shine. This event allows you and your buddy to walk the 2.5 miles around the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway, along with a fun-filled day of events: live music, canine massages, and the Indy Dog and Disc Club performing on the track. At the end of the day, the Top Dog will be awarded the prize of ambassador of the Mutt Strut 2013. All donations will support the Humane Society of Indianapolis.

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