The Martinsville center is around 18 miles north of Bhc Meadows Hospital and 18 miles south of Capitol Sports Center.
The climate in Martinsville generally ranges from hot, humid summers to moderately cold winters. The weather is partly cloudy year round with temperatures varying from 23°F to 86°F. The city is famous for its laid-back lifestyle, beautiful scenic vistas, and winding rivers. If you are looking to experience the great outdoors with a kayak ride down the river or an afternoon spent on forest trails, the ideal time to visit is from early June to late September.
Wingate by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Plainfield offers government/military discount, and so does Super 8 by Wyndham Plainfield/Indianapolis ARPT area. With indoor pools and 24-hour fitness facilities, they both provide all the essential amenities.
If you're looking for AAA discounts, Indianapolis Airport Suites offers one and is conveniently located by the airport - though it is a bit far from Martinsville city center.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Indianapolis Airport West is another comfortable location near the airport offering senior discounts.
De Lyn Jewelry, a family-owned and locally operated boutique, offers high-fashion, unique and designer jewelry at affordable prices. It also carries elegant ladies' accessories and one-of-a-kind estate jewelry pieces. You will also be spoiled in options here with jewelry options including silver diamond, silver gemstone, gold, and even copper magnetic bracelets. If your male partner likes jewelry, he too can pick out exquisite pieces instead of twiddling his thumbs at his smartphone while you shop to your heart's content; the store offers an extensive men's jewelry selection.
A to Z Auction House holds public auctions every Tuesday and Friday at 6 p.m. You'll find a wide variety of items that vary from week to week, including estate items, antiques, furniture, glassware, jewelry, tools, collectibles, and more.
Berries and Ivy Country Store is another value gem that features a fun mix of antiques and collectibles, furniture pieces, artwork, jewelry, and more. Primitives and an upscale country style are a specialty. This family-owned business also features locally created quality rug hooking and hand-painted gourds, and can accommodate group visits and schedule group classes.
If you are looking for that perfect custom accented furniture piece for your home, you can visit Reinvention. This fun downtown shop in Martinsville features custom furniture redesign services along with a wide variety of home decor items. Stop in and browse for the perfect accents to complete your home. You can even watch projects in progress.
Or visit Rustic Grace Barnwood Furniture, a shop with a social conscience. It stocks materials from old barns that are reused to create beautiful, functional new furniture. All the proceeds from the shop go toward a residential program that works with troubled young men, and the young men even help to make the furniture.
For music lovers, Tom Fiddlery is the area's go-to shop for anything and everything musical - instrument sales, accessories, and lessons. They also run a performance venue featuring performances from artists throughout the year.
For the style-savvy, Wigs & More is a nifty boutique that sells a wide assortment of high-quality wigs, hairpieces, and extensions, but that's not all. You'll also find beautiful costume jewelry, scarves, hats, purses and more!
Knead the Dough Bakery is another family-owned business that offers delicious handmade donuts, cake, other sweet goodies, and freshly baked bread. You can stop by for a snack or swing through the drive-thru. They make freshly baked treats for your furry friends as well.
Beefcake Burgers is for those who can't live without a good, juicy burger. Choose from a selection of pork tenderloin, chicken sandwiches, or salads. Don't miss their hand-dipped ice cream and shakes.
Satisfy your waffle cravings at “The Waffle Whitch.” This eatery offers familiar flavors made with a fun, "whitchy" twist! “Sandwhitches” served on flaky croissant waffles, paninis, freshly made soups, and desserts will have you coming back again and again!
Martinsville also offers the best of international cuisine. Los Tres Caminos has an extensive selection of fajitas, steak plates, combination dinners, vegetarian plates, and desserts while Li's China Buffet serves a variety of hot and cold dishes, including seafood, soft serve ice cream, and fresh fruit.
The 68-acre Fred and Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve is a nature lover's delight with its steep hillsides and ravines, beautiful old trees, and various rare plant and animal species, including the hooded and worm-eating warblers and the eastern box turtles. There is a natural trail inside the preserve as well.
Martinsville Candy Kitchen prides itself on their famous handmade candy canes. That's right - candy canes are made from scratch at this old-fashioned candy store/soda shop/ice cream parlor. A large window lets you watch the magic happening in the kitchen as they create delights such as peanut-butter fudge, cinnamon logs, and cherry cordial bark.
Cedar Creek Winery & Brew's tasting room offers a European flair in a relaxing setting for you to taste the wine and beer crafted at Cedar Creek. You will also find a beautiful array of gift and food items.
Hunter's Honey Farm should be a must-stop on your visit to Morgan County. You'll want to take a tour, taste the honey, and shop at the “all things honey” gift shop.
If you're a fishing or camping enthusiast, Morgan-Monroe State Forest is the place for you. Spread over more than 24,000 acres, it offers various camping sites, three lakes, picnicking and multiple hiking trails.
Martinsville Golf Club is a must-visit for golf connoisseurs. Featuring a par 71 course, it has 18 holes, rolling terrain, classic design, and ample natural beauty.
Morgan County Farmers Market is another must-do when you're visiting Martinsville. From May through October you can visit the Martinsville Square on Saturdays to find fresh produce, locally grown meats, handcrafted items, and baked goods.
For the geeks and nerds visiting Martinsville, Dwarven Hold Games is the perfect place. Dedicated to offering a fun, family atmosphere for all ages to explore and enjoy a wide variety of board games, tabletop accessories, and role-playing games. They offer demos of multiple games, space to create and paint miniatures, and fun events three times each week. Stop in and discover your family's next gaming adventure!
If you're a fan of the renowned jewelry artist Pam Hurst - whose creations have been featured on the Academy Awards and the Golden Globes - you won't want to miss out on your chance to visit The Sterling Butterfly. This gift shop and art studio stocks Pam Hurst creations along with various local and regional artisan-crafted products, fashionable apparel, accessories, and unique gifts.
In the mood for a little kayaking? Head to Waverly Canoe Company, which offers canoe and kayak tours for the entire family on the White River. You can explore some of Indiana's most scenic natural beauty.
Martinsville is a hidden gem. Although though the city shines in the commercial and industrial sphere, it still retains its pristine beauty and tranquil surroundings. Visit the city for nature walks, shopping, and gastronomic delights.
Below are reviews of the city of Martinsville, IN from an actual visitor's perspective.
The vintage shopping is top notch. Really enjoyed the flea markets!
Martinsville is a nice city and close to so many things without being right downtown Indianapolis.
Plenty of shopping and restaurants to choose from!
THIS HOTEL IS THE BEST HOTEL I HAVE EVER STAYED IN!
It's location. Close to Indianapolis and just off of I-69.
Martinsville is a laid back little town that doesn't lack for a little southern hospitality.