Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Indiana Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Indiana Convention Center, a top convention centre in Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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 Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and enjoy other activities in Wayne such as running.Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Children's Museum of Indianapolis is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Indianapolis Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Indianapolis Zoo home during your holiday in Indianapolis? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Downtown Carmel
Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection
4stars
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
The building itself is very noisy. Not sure if it is the venting or plumbing.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Bottleworks Hotel
Interesting place. Excellent service and staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Omni Severin Hotel
Nice room very quiet friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol
Rooms were very clean and the staff were all very friendly
Reviewed on 23 Jan 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, Indianapolis Art Center and Holliday Park 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.
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.
Near Eastside
Travellers enjoy Near Eastside for its breweries and churches. Consider checking out Mass Ave Cultural Arts District while you're in the area.
