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Category: Hamilton County

3 Romantic Train Rides Aboard the Nickel Plate Express

By Dagny Zupin on Jan. 21, 2020

Valentine’s is right around the corner, which means restaurant reservations are filling up fast. Think outside the restaurant box this year and head for one of three romantic train rides in Noblesville! Hop aboard for a romantic cruise on the Nickel Plate Express and choose from three delicious ride…

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Make the Season Magical Aboard This Holiday Train Ride

By Dagny Zupin on Nov. 18, 2019

Nothing says the holidays like a train ride, warm cup of cocoa and tasty sugar cookie. Indulge in all three this holiday season by climbing aboard Nickel Plate Express' holiday train ride, the Reindeer Ride in Noblesville. A family holiday experience, the Reindeer Ride is an hour-fifteen minute…

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Have You Tasted Your Way Down Restaurant Row in Westfield?

By Amy Lynch on Sep. 19, 2019

The city of Westfield in northern Hamilton County is building a big reputation for itself as a one-stop destination dining hotspot thanks to a walkable grouping of Park Street restaurants. You will love Westfield's Restaurant Row. Parking’s a little tough to come by on the street itself but…

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Mercantile 37: Shopping & Caffeine Await at This Hidden Gem

By Amy Lynch on Aug. 20, 2019

Travel is permitted, but it is still best to practice social distancing as we continue to fight COVID-19. Not all Indiana businesses are currently open, so call ahead before leaving home. For more information about Back on Track Indiana, click here. Please take precautions, plan ahead, and follow…

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Celebrate 10 Years of Tenderloin Tuesdays™ this July in Hamilton County

By Katie Utken on Jun. 28, 2019

It’s the 10 th anniversary of Tenderloin Tuesdays and to celebrate this beloved, mouthwatering summer tradition in Hamilton County, we’re rolling out all the stops. More than 20 participating restaurants are offering one of two Tenderloin Tuesday™ discounts: a tenderloin meal (fries and drink…

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Four Reasons to Ride the Nickel Plate Express this Summer

By Dagny Zupin on Jun. 06, 2019

Summer is the perfect time to venture outside and see Indiana’s natural beauty. The countryside is filled with green and the sky fluctuates between a brilliant blue or a myriad of warm, watercolor painted sunsets. Nickel Plate Express traverses the Hamilton County countryside, offering passengers a…

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These 6 Excursions Get You Off the Beaten Path in Hamilton County

By Katie Utken on Mar. 29, 2019

Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, a new place to go with your group or a solo adventure, Hamilton County, Indiana is your destination for off the beaten path excursions. 1. Flat Fork Creek Park Flat Fork Creek Park isn’t your average walk in the woods. While strolling through…

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Four Places for Action-Packed Indoor Fun in Hamilton County

By Hyacinth Rucker on Mar. 04, 2019

Is your family looking for something fun to do but the weather isn't cooperating? If you answered yes like our family, you'll love the four ways we found to have an active day of indoor fun in Hamilton County, Ind. First stop - Topgolf Whether you’re an avid golfer, just beginning or in between…

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Try Not to Stair: 15 Beautiful Staircases Around the Hoosier State

By Visit Indiana on Jan. 31, 2019

Stairs can be tiring to climb, but they can also be absolutely beautiful to look at. We've compiled a list of 15 staircases throughout the Hoosier state that provide a unique climb and a photo-worthy visual just begging for a spot in your Instagram feed. Lanier Mansion State Historic Site -…

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The Votes Are In! These Are Indiana's 10 Best Museums

By Visit Indiana on Nov. 20, 2018

Each year, readers of VisitIndiana.com vote for the Best of Indiana. This year, voters selected the state’s best State Parks, Burgers and Museums! With so many amazing Indiana museums to choose from, it was a tough choice, but voters narrowed the list down to the 10 best museums! Which museum took…

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