Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Petrol heads won’t be able to resist a visit to this legendary home of American motorsport.

Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.

Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Let the little ones play to their heart’s content among interactive exhibits which are educational as well as fun.

Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Indianapolis Zoo
This world-class facility combines pioneering conservation and research facilities with state-of-the-art exhibits and good, old-fashioned fun.
Top hotels in Downtown Carmel

Ironworks Hotel Indy
Very happy with our stay
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Omni Severin Hotel
It was a joke cant sleep all night, heater was broken and it was extremely noise when I urn it off the room start to be really cold … I’m Going to fill a formal complain to get my money back
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Bottleworks Hotel
The stay was quiet and relaxing. Our only complaint is that the bed was incredibly stiff and uncomfortable. If the mattresses could be a bit softer, I would rate it five stars!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
Don’t have a pet
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Really enjoyed this property
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis North
Was a nice facility only issue is the thermostcintrol. The room was so hot i could barley sleep. Had to open a window to cool the room kff.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Carmel

Castleton
Travellers come to Castleton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Castleton Square and Dave & Buster's while you're in town.

Broad Ripple
While Broad Ripple isn't home to many top sights, Glendale Town Center and Indianapolis Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meridian-Kessler
If you're spending some time in Meridian-Kessler, Indiana State Fairgrounds and Marsh Grandstand are top sights worth seeing.

Mapleton/Fall Creek
Travellers enjoy Mapleton/Fall Creek for its museums and live music. Consider checking out Freetown Village while you're in the area.

Martindale-Brightwood
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Martindale-Brightwood. You might want to make time for a stop at George Washington Park or Willis Mortuary.

Near Northside
Well liked for its riverfront and historical sites, Near Northside is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Methodist Hospital and Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, and jump on the metro at Methodist Station to get around the city.
