Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Carmel
Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Roar with the fans while engines scream, watch world record attempts or try driving at top speeds for yourself at this world-famous racing track.
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Indianapolis Zoo
Forest, desert, plains and ocean, you will find animals and plants from different habitats around the world at this city centre attraction.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Five floors of fun and inspiration at this interactive children’s paradise with pharaohs, pirates, dinosaurs and hands-on science.
Activities
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Midwest National Parks – Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Omni Severin Hotel
"Wonderful experiance!. I had a small problem with the first room. Although clean, I found leftover socks on the floor. Called down to the front desk, was greeted with sincere apologies, a new room was immediately assigned, and they came up to my old room with the new room key... and carried my luggage ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
The Fontana Hotel
"It was clean and staff was polite and helpful"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
"It was great"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
"We stayed here to see Morgan Wallen. The hotel staff decked the lobby out for the concert, it was a fun vibe and place to hang before the show. Staff were incredible, especially the vallet crew. With Morgan in town parking was a nightmare, so vallet was worth it. Room was clean, bed was comfy, id ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
JW Marriott Indianapolis
"First time staying at this location but it won’t be our last. The location, staff, restaurant & bar & most importantly, the room itself were all wonderful."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Carmel
Downtown Indianapolis
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Indianapolis. Lucas Oil Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Canal Station or Indiana University-Riley Station to see more of Indianapolis.
Mile Square
The fascinating museums and prominent monuments are top of the list for many visitors to Mile Square. A stop by Monument Circle or Indiana Repertory Theatre might round out your trip.
Speedway
You'll enjoy the museums and breweries in Speedway. You might want to make time for a stop at Indianapolis Motor Speedway or Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.
Wholesale District
While visiting Wholesale District, you might make a stop by sights like Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Indiana Repertory Theatre.
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.
