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Noblesville [1] is a city in Central Indiana.

[edit] Get in

There is no bus or train accessiblity to Noblesville, however, since it is close to Indianapolis you can see arrival options there too.

[edit] By car

Noblesville is situated between two major highways: Interstate 69 and Interstate 65. From Indianapolis and Michigan you can read Noblesville by way of I-69. From Chicago take I-65 and then SR-32 East, which will lead you directly into downtown.

[edit] By plane

• Indianapolis International Airport [2] is about 25-30 minutes from Noblesville.

• Metropolitan Airport 10401 Willow View Rd., Fishers. +1 317 849-0840. [3]

[edit] Get around

A car is a must in Noblesville. Since it started out as a suburb, of sorts, its wide area is much more friendly for cars.

[edit] Car

General speed is between 55-70 on interstates and highways, and generally 35 on other roads unless otherwise posted.

[edit] Bike

Noblesville is very flat, making biking very easy for all levels. Sidewalks are extensive, and if you chose to ride on the street be prepared to deal with car drivers who aren't too used to your presence. The downtown area is quite easy to bike around, however the further out you go the further the treks.

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[edit] Outdoors & Landmarks

• Hamilton County Courthouse Downtown Noblesville. French Renaissance building completed in 1878. Served as the county courthouse until 1992, now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Free.

• Hamilton County Museum of History [4] Built in 1857, and listed in the National Register of Historic Places the museum was originally the county sheriff's home and the county jail, up until 1977. The building houses historical antiques and artifacts, history about the county and a genealogical library. Free.

• Indiana Transportation Museum 325 Cicero Rd. +1 317 773-6000. [5] A volunteer run museum specializing in the railroad history of Indiana. Ride along in an old steam or diesel train along 35 miles of rails the museum maintains along the old Nickle Plate Road. Check out more then 50 rail cars of all shapes and sizes. Reopening in April 2007. Admission $2-3.

• Potters Bridge 19401 N. Allisonville Rd. +1 317 773-6000. Hamilton County's only covered bridge is located in this county park. The bridge was built in 1870-71 and crosses over the White River. Walk through the bridge and view the river through the many windows looking over it. They also have accessibility for canoes/kayaking. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places.

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[edit] Festivals & Events

• Late September-Late October Pumpkin Harvest Festival 11366 State Rd. 38. E. +1 317 773-3344. A month long celebration of all things pumpkin, fall and and regionally historical. Hayrides, a silo slide (yes a slide in a silo), candle making, pumpkin toss (poor pumpkins), pottery making, cloggers, Civil War reinactments and plenty of food to boot. Grab a funnel cake and pick a pumpkin for your fall celebrations. Fun for all! Cheap fun too.

[edit] Music

• Verizon Wireless Music Center 12880 E. 146th St. +1 317 249-2710. [6] Indy's largest outdoor music venue featuring major concerts with covered and lawn seating. Concerts have featured the likes of Sade, Aerosmith, Lollapalooza tours, Nine Inch Nails, Metallica, Mariah Carey, Depeche Mode, Lyle Lovett and tons more. Only open during the warm monthes. This is where the big Grateful Dead riot happened back in the 90s and Phish carried on the travelling spirit. Lyle Lovett and Julia Roberts got married here too.

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[edit] Moderate

• Lutz's Steakhouse 3100 Westfield Rd. +1 317 896-5002 [7] Serving up steaks and seafood to mainly a retiree crowd, you can get a hearty meal for a good price. With a retro and cheesy interior - the same for 30 years. Start your meal off right with a famous "onion-ring loaf" and order a fresh-fried lobster for dinner. Go early for the freshest best meals.

[edit] Cheap

• Alexander's on The Square 864 Logan St. +1 317 773-9177. Step back in the 50s with this retro ice cream shop in the heart of Noblesville. High stools and plenty of ice cream and treats to go around. Homemade chocolates, homemade ice cream and hometown friendliness. They have the best waffle cones in town, freshly made all the time. Open 36 flavors with plenty of toppings. Oh yeah, they do have a deli, how could I forget with all the ice cream? Opening during warm monthes!

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Drinking age is 21. You cannot buy booze on Sundays. Some of the below venues do open up to all ages, and it is mentioned if there is a age restriction.

• Barley Island Brewery 639 Conner St. +1 317 770-5280. [8] The county's only brewery. Award winning bears with amazing unique labels. With names like Black Majic (coffee beer), BarFly Pale Ale, Dirty Helen Brown Ale, and 60 Schilling Scotch Ale - you are gaurenteed a tasty and unique beer experience. Live music, tv trivia, game room with pool table, darts and jukebox. Poker tables are also available. Families welcome.

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[edit] Get out

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