Overview
Cicero is a town on the northern suburb of Indianapolis in the Nine-County Region of Indiana.
4 sights · 6 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Cicero
Sheridan Historical Society
The museum collections document the Native American, rural and industrial history of Sheridan. A new museum is being planned in conjunction with Boxley Cabin. Volunteers chronicle family histories of more than 500 famili…
Boxley Pioneer Veterans Park
Built circa 1828, the log cabin home of George Boxley, an anti-slavery activist, has been restored. Additional archeological excavations for pioneer artifacts are still underway on the property around the cabin. By appoi…
Arcadia Heritage Depot
Listed on the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures, the Depot was built in 1869. It now is home to town artifacts including the ticket booth for the old opera house, World War II memorabilia, and authentic "…
Nickel Plate Arts Trail
Extending 30 miles (48 km) from Fishers to Tipton, the Historic Nickel Plate Arts Trail runs through Fishers, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta, and Tipton. The first of eight Indiana artisan trails adopted by the st…
Hamilton North Chamber of Commerce
Serving Cicero and neighboring towns of Arcadia and Atlanta, the Chamber can provide information about area businesses and upcoming events. The Chamber of Commerce also is home to a Visitor Information Welcome Center, op…
Red Bridge Park
On the western edge of Morse Reservoir, the park has a boat dock rentals as well as a pool and community shelter building. Fishing is allowed within the park with the proper permits, but you can’t swim in the lake or lau…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jul. (climate data from nearby Cumberland)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- IND Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis — 32 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LAF Purdue University Airport, West Lafayette — 52 mi away. Directions
While you can get close by plane, a car is a necessity to reach Cicero. There is no bus or train accessibility to Cicero directly from Indianapolis but there are train rides to Cicero from Fishers which is just in the suburbs of Indianapolis, however, since it only about an hour outside of Indianapolis you can see arrival options there too.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Sheridan Historical Society, Arcadia Heritage Depot, Hamilton North Chamber of Commerce
- Lunch Alexander’s on the Water
- Afternoon Strawtown Koteewi Park, Atlanta New Earth Festival
- Dinner 10 West
Day 2
- Morning Boxley Pioneer Veterans Park, Nickel Plate Arts Trail, Red Bridge Park
- Lunch Jan's Village Pizza
- Afternoon Lights Over Morse Lake, Bear Slide Golf Club
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Northern Hamilton County is comprised of Arcadia, Atlanta, Cicero and Sheridan. Each town has some notable attractions worth the drive. Hamilton County is located just north of Indianapolis comprising of rural communities full of scenic drives and agricultural heritage.
- Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau is located in Carmel.
Get in
While you can get close by plane, a car is a necessity to reach Cicero. There is no bus or train accessibility to Cicero directly from Indianapolis but there are train rides to Cicero from Fishers which is just in the suburbs of Indianapolis, however, since it only about an hour outside of Indianapolis you can see arrival options there too.
By car
From the metropolitan Indianapolis area, take U.S. 31 north to 236th Street. Cicero is off State Road 19 to the east of U.S. 31. It is a 45-minute drive north of downtown Indianapolis. Cicero is north of Noblesville, the Hamilton County seat, on State Road 19, followed by Arcadia and Atlanta. All are within 10 minutes of each other off of SR19. Sheridan is in the northwest corner of Hamilton County, off State Road 38, a few minutes north of Zionsville.
By plane
In addition to the Col. Weir Cook Indianapolis International Airport, located off of I-70 in Indianapolis, smaller planes can schedule a landing at one of two airports in Hamilton County and nearby Boone County, just west of Hamilton County. Both offer aircraft charter, sales, rental, catering, and flight school.
- Indianapolis Executive Airport 11329 East SR 32, Zionsville. +1 317-769-3288. This airport also is home to a Hamilton County Welcome Center, open 6-8PM daily.
Get around
By car
The region is connected by a series of State Roads and highways. General speed is between 55-70 on interstates and highways, and generally 35 on other roads unless otherwise posted.
See
See Sheridan Historical Society
The museum collections document the Native American, rural and industrial history of Sheridan. A new museum is being planned in conjunction with Boxley Cabin. Volunteers chronicle family histories of more than 500 families and can provide genealogy research upon request.
See Boxley Pioneer Veterans Park (George Boxley Cabin)
Built circa 1828, the log cabin home of George Boxley, an anti-slavery activist, has been restored. Additional archeological excavations for pioneer artifacts are still underway on the property around the cabin. By appointment or call for hours.
See Arcadia Heritage Depot
Listed on the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures, the Depot was built in 1869. It now is home to town artifacts including the ticket booth for the old opera house, World War II memorabilia, and authentic "Arcadia Glass."
See Nickel Plate Arts Trail
Extending 30 miles (48 km) from Fishers to Tipton, the Historic Nickel Plate Arts Trail runs through Fishers, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta, and Tipton. The first of eight Indiana artisan trails adopted by the state, the Trail is accessible by rail through the Indiana Transportation Museum or automobile on Allisonville Road and State Road 19 as well as by river. The trail focuses on the more traditional forms of the arts and encompasses food, culture, and community heritage.
Do
Outdoors
- Morse Reservoir This man-made lake, located between Cicero and Noblesville has 1,500 acres for boating and water activities and 35 miles of shoreline. More than 95% of the shoreline is residential, but recreational boating is allowed. Launch your boat from the Carrigan Road Bridge marina. Morse Lake Park, by the dam on the east side of the lake, allows supervised swimming in the lake and year-round picnicking as well as fishing.
Do Red Bridge Park
On the western edge of Morse Reservoir, the park has a boat dock rentals as well as a pool and community shelter building. Fishing is allowed within the park with the proper permits, but you can’t swim in the lake or launch your boat here.
Do Strawtown Koteewi Park
Five miles outside of Cicero, this 800-acre park has also become a hotbed for archeological activity. Students from state universities have discovered arrowheads, pottery and other items dating back to 1400 AD. Some are on display at the Taylor Center of Natural History on the park grounds. It offers a canoe launch on the White River for boating and fishing, nature trails for hiking or cycling, equestrian trails for riding, and wetlands and prairies. It offers an archery center, treetop trails, an equestrian center, snow tubing, an archaeological arventures, all open seasonally.
Festivals
Do Lights Over Morse Lake (4th of July)
The town of Cicero partners with the Indiana Transportation Museum to provide a transportation train to and from this annual festival. Activities include music, kids’ carnival and, of course, fireworks. This is a great small-town way to celebrate Independence Day. If you want to spend the night, riding the train connects you to Fishers hotels.
Do Atlanta New Earth Festival (Late September)
Main Street. This weekend-long event features arts, antiques, crafts and collectibles. Hundreds of vendors line the main street selling everything. Woodcrafts, t-shirts, racing memorabilia, even knives. The Indiana Transportation Museum offers a train shuttle from Noblesville at Forest Park.
Golf
Buy
Eat
Eat Alexander’s on the Water
Open seven days a week during the summer (closed for winter), this old-fashioned ice cream shop offers 16 ice cream flavors for Morse Reservoir boaters. (A full-service shop, which also offers sandwiches, is in Noblesville.)
Eat 10 West
Rustic-chic tavern featuring eclectic American fare such as steak, burgers & pasta, plus a bar area.
Eat Jan's Village Pizza
Tired of those national chains cheap, artificial pizza? Try a real mom and pop pizzeria. Jan's Village Pizza guarantees you'll love their pizza - good taste and good quality matter!
Sleep
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