Indiana Insider Blog

Indiana is home to a staggering number of great museums and cultural attractions, but the admission costs for a whole family can add up in a hurry. To make access to these beloved Hoosier institutions more affordable for families who... Read more

Sometimes you just need some sugar in your life! These 20 Sweets and Candy Shops have just what you are looking for. From chocolates and candy canes to pies and gummy bears, this group of Indiana confectioneries will satisfy any... Read more

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... Read more

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... Read more

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... Read more

Pumpkin spice everything has arrived and fall frenzy is in full swing. If a Nickel Plate Express train ride isn’t on your fall bucket list, it should be! A relaxing and comfortable way to see Indiana’s stunning fall foliage, here are four... Read more

To describe Mercantile 37 and Wheelers Café and Market as a little bit out of the way is something of an understatement, but what you’ll find when you get there makes the trip all worthwhile. Tucked into the northeastern reaches... Read more

It’s the 10th 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... Read more

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... Read more