- TripBuzz found 121 things to do with kids in or near Carmel, Indiana, including 102 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Indianapolis, Noblesville, Plainfield and Fishers.
- From Monon Waterpark to Laser Flash, the Carmel area offers 64 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
- Carmel offers a rather substantial population due to its rapid growth over the past decade and is just over 20 miles from downtown Indianapolis. The city itself has dedicated a great deal of time and money toward the city center along with its arts and design district. Along with the numerous shopping and entertainment options, there are still outdoor attractions as seen with two major bike trails.
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Irish classics such as shepherd’s pie and hand-breaded Dublin fish ‘n’ chips served alongside Guinness, Stella, and other beers
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Both children and adults can find the Monon Waterpark worth the while, with its large water-slides, lazy river, and plenty of other water-features. The water is always warm, being heated to 78 degrees.
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Laser Flash is a laser tag facility featuring a 7,800 square foot laser tag arena. The arena can support up 42 players at once and utilizes a LT-12 laser tag system. Laser Flash also maintains an arcade and small pizzeria.
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In addition to a skate park, Monon Community Center has aquatic facilities containing a lazy river and a variety of water slides. The center also has fitness rooms with exercise equipment.
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An ice skating rink, the Carmel Ice Skadium offers a variety of attractions and amenities to skaters. The rink offers cosmic skating, with a special light and sound show, as well as programs like Skating to the Movies.
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A modern, 125 acre park, Coxhall Gardens features a variety of amenities and attractions, including twin bell towers standing 90 feet tall. The park also features a lake for recreation and a children's garden.
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Located along the banks of the White River, the River Road Park has several features including paved trails, ball fields, and an archaeologically-inspired playground. Visitors can also learn about Native American life and area history at the park's interpretive building.
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Named for the nearby artesian well, Flowing Well Park provides free drinking water for visitors. The park has 1.5 miles of trails for walking where wildlife and wildflowers can be seen and ponds where fishing is allowed.
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West Park is a large park featuring open fields and numerous walking paths. Visitors during the summer months may enjoy a splash park and imitation creek. The park also maintains a playground, covered picnic area, and public restrooms.
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The Cool Creek Park Nature Center is a center commonly visited by nature lovers. During trips to the center, guests learn about the natural science of the park and are educated about the importance of conserving the natural habitat.
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With panoramic views of White River, Hazel Landing Park 44 acre park provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, hiking, and other activities. The park has an 18 hole disc golf course that leads visitors into the woodland area.