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 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
Five floors of fun and inspiration at this interactive children’s paradise with pharaohs, pirates, dinosaurs and hands-on science.
Indianapolis Zoo
Forest, desert, plains and ocean, you will find animals and plants from different habitats around the world at this city centre attraction.
Activities
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Omni Severin Hotel
Best staff! They went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
Nice place and potentially walkable to appointment at the Pyramids the next day, as well as a few restaurants. Short drive to several restaurants and to Kroger Gas, where we make heavy use of the discount program. Good value; one of the less expensive hotels in the immediate area.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
We loved the Hotel
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
yes
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
Room was clean, pool was nice and clean, shower was nice, very good water pressure. Area is very nice Little outdated, otherwise decent place to stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
All good and satisfied. Thanks.
Reviewed on 5 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.
