Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Dinosaurs and pirate ships, interactive exhibits, games and toys from a bygone age — it’s all at this children’s wonderland.
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
Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.
Things to do
Indianapolis: 3-Day Indy Attraction Pass
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Books, Bites& Brews - Noblesville Shopping & Foodie Walking Tours
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Carmel
Omni Severin Hotel
Breakfast was great, beds were comfortable, room was a nice size.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Beautiful hotel. Friendly staff. Great location. Just wish the bed was more comfortable but wouldn’t deter me from staying again.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
The hotel was limited. Simple coffee and water in the lobby. Other items came with a hefty charge. The gym no longer had the free weights that were in the pictures. The treadmills have TV's that were not hooked up to anything (no signal). The foldout couch had a single sheet in terms of bedding for ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Expensive food and drinks--excellent otherwise
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
Clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
Everything was fine, especially the friendly staff. The hotel is hard to find, because the sign on the street has the name in such small letters that it is easy to miss (we drove by twice before finding it). The room was excellent, although the faucet on the sink was loose. But otherwise a comfortable, ...
Reviewed on 3 May 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.
