Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Carmel
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 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.
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
Let the little ones play to their heart’s content among interactive exhibits which are educational as well as fun.
Indianapolis Zoo
This world-class facility combines pioneering conservation and research facilities with state-of-the-art exhibits and good, old-fashioned fun.
Activities
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Omni Severin Hotel
The valet service was so slow we had to wait over an hour to even get into the hotel then we get to the hotel and go downstairs to the bar. Nobody comes to us for at least 30 minutes. This weight staff is terrible absolutely terrible. I didn’t even wanna tip them a dollar but my daughter made ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
When we arrived we had to cancel the hotel had no hot water
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
The hotel offered a unique experience from the the usual chain hotel experience.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
The only thing bad was the elevators were kinda scary lol lots of popping and slowly opening doors felt like we were stuck in one
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
All good and satisfied. Thanks.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
Great
Reviewed on 8 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.
